Decree Seeks Fiduciary Accounts in Mellinger Estate
In Winchester Virginia on June 22 1921 a commissioner in chancery will convene creditors to state and settle fiduciary accounts of Aaron G Mellinger executor of Daniel H Mellinger deceased and to report real and personal property and entitlements under the will. The notice requires parties in interest to appear with evidence at 14 Rouss Avenue during 9 AM to 5 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Jane Methinger
Daniel H. Mellinger
Rouss Avenue
Winchester
Avenue
Virginia
Trustee's Sale of City Property in Winchester Virginia
By virtue of a deed of trust dated February 25 1915 of record in City of Winchester Clerk's Office Deed Book 31 page 38 the undersigned offers for sale at public auction in front of the Court House in Winchester Virginia at 12 o'clock on Saturday June 25 1921 that lot of land 116 East Cecil Street fronting 29 12 feet with a depth of 100 feet to an alley improved by a five room residence Terms one third cash on day of sale Balance in two equal annual installments evidenced by bonds bearing interest from date secured by deeds of trust on the property and policy of insurance on the buildings Harry H Lynch Trustee 24-4wks inside
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of Winchester
Winchester
Virginia
Cecil Street
Harry H. Lynch
Circuit Court
Frederick County
Mary F. Clark
Lemuel A. Clark
Court House
James Clark
Jamesboro
Polar Bear Swim Noted In Icy Seas
A fragment reports polar bears swimming in open Arctic waters with ease and unconcern, drifting for miles on floes or icebergs. Scientist Dr. R. W. Shofeldt is cited in Forestry Magazine describing their hardy, seaworthy behavior.
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R. W. Shofeldt
Bn Forestry
Cumberland Rake Tale Evokes Laughter at School Play
In Henry A. Byers notes from The Connecticut Wits and Other Essays a story of Cumberland who rakes children to see The School for Scafdal. When they laughed, he rebuked them saying there is nothing to laugh at in this tragedy. The remark follows reports of Cumberland’s last tragedy and audience laughter throughout.
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Sheridan
Cumberland
Scafdal
Henry A. Byers
Connecticut
Best Wood to Resist Decay Across Climates
The forest notes that durability varies by species and climate. It lists black locust, cypress, greenheart, lignum vitae, mesquite, teak, and the cedars as generally very durable woods, with lignum vitae possibly the closest to true resistance.
Reforestation in Korea Starts With Seed Planting Missionaries
A Methodist missionary at Chemulpo planted a handful of seeds to begin Korea reforestation. American Forestry Magazine notes that shade trees were provided for mission stations, and soon boxelder trees began breaking the oppressive barrenness around Korean mission sites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Korea
Chenulpo
American Forestry Magazine
Curious Notes and Facts From a Historic Page
A collage of trivia and quotations on language gender for the sun notes on Latin and English usage, the two capitals of South Africa, early musical notation, Du Fay, a quail festival image, skin thickness of the palm, Celtic isle and its 238 population, and a Washington Irving line on humor, followed by a misprinted telegram line about a parrot.
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Isle
France
He d'Hoecie
Bella Isle
Anna
Inquiries Mention Various Local Customs In Quirky Tales
A coroner in a London borough has conducted 25 inquests over 26 years. The fragmentary text references odd dialect lines and a claim about character as foundation, mentioning Ces Leia and a poem or play.
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London
Baby Born On Peace Day Celebrated At Lincoln Ave
A fragmented notice recounts a baby born on Peace Day with references to Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Mrs. Tracy Patten of Lincoln Avenue Seaton. It urges physical preparation for childbirth and mentions medical advice linked to Pinkham’s remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia Pinksham
Tracy Patten
Lincoln Ave
Sae
Seaton
Local candidates announce 1921 Democratic primary bids
Multiple Winchester and Frederick County officials announce candidacies for the 1921 Democratic primary on August 2. Boyd R. Richards seeks House of Delegates, W Miller Fletcher runs for City Treasurer, Oscar H. Lewis for Commissioner of Revenue, and Funk seeks another House of Delegates seat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Frederick County
House of Delegates
Boyd R. Richards
W. Miller Fletcher
Oscar H. Lewis
Frederick
Nature’s Gift Sets the Lumber Price
The article explains that lumber costs reflect a long growth cycle and natural costs. It notes lumber once rose to high levels but now rests on a rational basis, with future prices tied to natural limits and the time needed to grow trees. It warns that eventual depletion will push prices higher again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mother Nature
Limestone farm with eight room dwelling on MacAdam Road
Sale offers a four dwelling block on Main Street with six rooms each and cellars. Each unit has alleys sewerage and water. Entire property priced at 6000 and described as a good investment with building sites likely to rise in value. Inquire with Haddox Terrace race for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macadam Road
Main Street
Haddox Terrace
Good. & Company
People's Drug Co Photography Offer
Local notice announces camera and film sales and development services with 24 hour processing. Pre war era promotion highlights available cameras, films, and supplies at the People’s Drug Company storefront.
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THE
People's Drug CO
Baltimore's Nickel Nursery Highlighting Salvation Army Care
E M Colman describes the Salvation Army Slum Settlement and Day Nursery at 319 South Anne Street where up to 25 children receive baths, meals, and education for five cents a day. The piece portrays the dire conditions of immigrant families and the program’s emphasis on cleanliness, meals, and Americanization through games and songs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. M. Colman
Salvation Army
South Anne Street
Ly Times
Board of Health
Captain Prendeville
New England
Sue
America
Baltimore
The Story He Did Not Write
A city editor seeks a sob story from a Salvation Army Rescue Home matron. A reporter finds his sister there, secretly sheltering after disgrace, attempting suicide, and hidden from family. Her rescue is staged as a quiet, unnamed separation, and the story remains unwritten.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army’ Rescue Home
Salvation Army
Rescue Home
President Harding's 5000 Dollar Gift Praises Salvation Army
President Harding contributes 5000 dollars to the Home Service Fund and lauds the Salvation Army for its service. The statement emphasizes that no man is ever out unless he admits it and credits the Army for proving this through many cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Home Service Fund
Salvation Army
Warren G. Harding
Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Ad for Women Change Relief
An old advertisement promotes Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound to ease menopausal symptoms. It claims to rebuild the nervous system during the Change of Life, addresses hot spells and feelings of faintness, and offers a free private text-book upon request from The Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. The copy mentions a contact name and address at 608 Frank Street.
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Frank
Street
Mic
Dresden
Tia Pinkham
Nimc
Lydia E. Pinkham
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South Afra
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Cape Town
South Africa
Brooklyn Eagle
Flanders
William du Fay
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Washington Irving
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Anadias
Jud Tunkins
Eran Ces Leia
Ly E. Pinkham
Yours Mere
Sry
Ps Funk
Nickel Nursery
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Harding
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Baker& Son
Royal Cook Book
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Royal
Noeel
Fulton Street
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