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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1933
Page
4
The piece mocks sensational doomsday predictions and warns readers about a Londoner named E Ware claiming June 12 will bring global catastrophe. It contrasts such forecasts with memories of earlier prophecies by psychists and Ramsey MacDonald’s conference, urging cautious hope instead.
Last Saturday Prince Wilhelm, son of the former Crown, wed a commoner and relinquished his claim to the throne. The Prince of Asturias, son of former King Alfonso, plans to marry a Cuban señorita, which bars him from the Spanish throne. The piece views royal families pursuing marriages for love and notes European houses may benefit from blood mixing.
Discussion notes kidnapping as a possible outlet for talents idle after prohibition. The piece contrasts three national cases where criminals were captured quickly after ransom delivery with the Lindbergh child case, where public effort failed to prevent the tragedy.
Frederick county forecasts 18 estimated 000,000 barrels of apples for 1932. The prohibition question influences the political scene at Chicago. Miss Lillian May Perry, bride of Thurman C. Winchester, noted in the report. Firemen subdued a stubborn blaze threatening oil tanks at Cooper Merchandise and Oil Co. Delaplane resident Dick Butler won a General Electric refrigerator giveaway at Hable's Palace Theatre.
Death notes Miss Georgeanna May Ros daughter of Mr and Mrs G C Rose. F Amos Shryock elected mayor of Winchester by a margin of 116. The Commercial and Law Bank runs an advertise headed Handley Graduates Salute You. Gray and Sheetz offer summer suits 20 to 50 dollars. Stewart Bell Jr receives Handley High School honor award at commencement.
Russell Cather seeks Commonwealth's Attorney in Ederick County. Friendship Fire Company plans to lay flowers on departed members' graves. Rouss Spring water declines 500000 salhons daily due to drought. Handley High seniors were entertained by Winchester Kiwanis Club this week. Virginia headlight law now requires immediate compliance by motorists.
Virginia Department of the Veterans of Foreign Wars holds its annual encampment in Roanoke with a parade drum and bugle corps competition sightseeing tours the proposed veterans hospital and a military ball boxing matches and other events. More than a thousand delegates and visitors are expected to attend sessions with VFW and auxiliary cooperation. Hotel Roanoke designated headquarters for most sessions.
Washington grand jury hears charges against Countess Grace De Benqué and alleged accomplice George A. Gormley. Miss Louise Maret, head of a prominent Washington girls school, says they extorted more than $5,000 by threats of arrest.
An advertisement claims B C relieves monthly pains in three minutes. Prepared by a registered pharmacist, it blends multiple ingredients used by physicians to ease cramps colds headaches neuralgia and nervous distress without opiates. Available in 10c packages.
The article outlines the rest of the week printed on white paper, detailing daily schedules and tasks. It notes reader expectations for clarity and consistency in format and emphasizes the importance of predictable layout for each weekday.
Virginia Oliphant, daughter of a poor aristocratic family, navigates romance with two men, Tony Bleecker and Michael McMillan, while her brother Richard seeks wealth and approval. Michael helps critique Richard’s unfinished novel as Virginia fears disappointing him and faces pressure from Tony’s proposal and Richard’s ambitions.
The report lists rainfall measurements at Winchester for the year to date and present month readings. It includes 18.81 inches year to date, 34.53 inches average annual precipitation for Winchester. Monthly precipitation shows values from February to December with several amounts such as March 2.70 and June 3.81 inches.
By virtue of a deed of trust dated July 1 1930 from Robert Barret and wife and recorded in Winchester Virginia the trustees will sell at public auction in front of the County Court House on Saturday June 10 1933 at 11 pm. The property fronts Fairfax Lane and National Avenue and includes a brick dwelling and a large barn. Terms: one third cash and balance in two annual installments with bonds due in one and two years bearing 6 percent interest. Sale postponed to Friday June 16 1933 at same time and terms.
Public sale by trustee under a 1912 trust deed of land in Frederick County Virginia. A 60 acre parcel located about seven miles west of Winchester on Hague Creek is offered at noon with one third cash down and the remainder in one and two years, interest eight percent, secured by two bonds.
An advertisement for Mitchell's General Health Center highlights drugless therapy and gallstone removal. It lists hours 9 to 11 a.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on weekdays with other hours by appointment. Nature's Way Is The Way to Health.
A compact recipe note describes making colored wife preservers using three tablespoons of armored gelatin in liquid form with one cup powdered sugar one teaspoon butter and flavoring to taste.
Expert guidance stresses balanced grain and protein for pullets to ensure future egg production and disease resistance. Key steps include adequate feeding space, sanitary housing, lice and worm control, shade and fresh water, and maintaining cod liver oil in mash. Plans for winter flocks favor a mix of old and young layers for profit.
A guide on nitrogen application is sent to The Winchester Evening Star by Van Gorden Service Inc. from Washington DC. The document addresses farm practices and soil health, offering practical steps for optimal nitrogen use.
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