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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1917
Page
3
Two soldiers swam a stream during a mission near Riverton. Reid reached shore safely after signaling, while Wigginton disappeared and was later found dead. Lieut. Grim and Sgt. Boyce evacuated the body to Front Royal after an investigation and recovery by nearby workers.
The article discusses forming local exemption boards to consider conscription exemptions during WWI. It explains physician led first tests, possible multiple doctors for second opinions, and appeals to the District Appellate Court. Governors may suggest changes while Wilson weighs regulations.
Registra tion returns show about half of men may be exempt from conscription on grounds other than physical. Provost Marshal General Crowder submits a draft of regulations to President Wilson to reduce exemptions. Virginia enrollment totals 189 502 with 65 892 ready for immediate service and 80 823 white possible exemptions.
The lengthy war budget allocation faced delays that risked hindering the construction of the Toad fleet led by General Geithals and the Shipping Board, jeopardizing efforts to finish the program.
The Citizens' Band plays tonight at City Hall Plaza starting at 7 30 o clock. Residents are invited to attend the free concert on the open grounds under evening skies.
A reader notes oversized cuttlefish with suckers that can span the girth of multiple people, referencing information from The Winchester Star.
The Star lists daily price quotes on wheat flour, cracked corn, middlings, bran, timothy hay, mixed hay, corn, creamery butter, young chickens, potatoes, hams, bacon, and other staples. Baltimore figures show butter, live poultry, hay, corn, sheep and lambs, cattle, and related quotations with advisory note on Tuesday updates.
Secretary John Boxell and John Dunn of the Fourth of July celebration committee traveled to Martinsburg to post notices and interview firemen and other groups to secure their attendance on July 4. The Harrisonburg News-Record notes Winchester prepares for the event with five companies and bands from Harrisonburg and nearby towns invited to participate in contests.
Tomato blight can ruin crops. Use Bordeaux mixture when plants reach 15 inches, mixing five pounds lime and five pounds copper sulfate in water, dissolve separately, combine, and spray thoroughly. Repeat every two weeks for three to five applications.
Ox warble flies injure cattle causing reduced hide value and damaged meat. Eggs lay in summer on leg hair. yellow maggots appear September to February under the hide. Small lumps mark grub positions. milk production drops with grubs. Removing shrubs from infested cattle in spring limits next season's egg-laying females.
Grain ration of equal parts corn ents and bran with oil meal should be fed to calves. Calves nibble hay but begin grain early, cracked corn first then shelled corn. Whole oats are better than round oats for young calves. Clover hay or混 clover and alfalfa is superior to alfalfa alone. Fall born calves with some grain and shade can pasture first summer, spring born calves need barn care in first summer.
Ohio State University farm crops expert F. W. Stemple recommends buckwheat as a catch crop when spring crops fail or corn planting is late. Planted July 1 to 10, it matures in six to eight weeks and can restore fertility. it rapidly covers ground, suppressing weeds, and needs less meticulous preparation than other grains. One bushel per acre suffices in broadcast seeding.
Watermelon wilt is caused by a fungus in the soil that enters roots and blocks moisture, leading to drooping leaves and plant death. Remedies urge avoiding infected soil and manure, and keeping people, animals, and drainage water from contaminated fields away.
The text advertises Mothers Friend a prenatal preparation claimed to ease childbirth by softening abdominal muscles and reducing pain. It promises a safe, well regarded formula endorsed by a noted western doctor and offers a free book from Bradfield Company.
A man faced federal grand jury after a raid found no stills or utensils on his Lindamood property but rotten apples in a barrel believed used for liquor. He admitted operating a brandy camp before state prohibition and posted a 500 bond. Prohibition officials and a witness’s wife were present during the raid.
Announcement shows the estate sale of George W. Ward's land north of the Northwestern turnpike near town sold to Mrs H De Grange. The 2238 acre tract cost 64600 dollars about 269 per acre with 90 acres used for apple growing and most trees bearing. Mrs De Grange was formerly widow Thomas W Steck of Opequon.
The text notes gold known in ancient times and cited in Genesis eleven verse two chapter eleven two as an ornament, with early goldsmith trade referenced in Judges chapter seventeen verse four related to gilding idols.
James B Brill, longtime resident of Star Tannery area, died at about 5 30 am Wednesday near Star Tannery. He was about 71, a respected farmer and Gravel Springs Lutheran Church member. Survived by four sons Edward Winchester Sidney A Strasburg Harry and Walter. four grandchildren and two half brothers Charles and Hunter Brill. Funeral at Gravel Springs Lutheran Church yesterday at 3 pm conducted by Rev J W Link. large attendance.
Dr B M Knight on North Main street hosts demonstrations of a new high frequency dental X ray system installed by Dr King of Lynn Maas. The modern equipment, similar to that used at Winchester Memorial Hospital, promises highly satisfactory results for dental appliances.
A playful exchange notes a fondness for sardines and the appeal lies in their packing. The dialogue humorously contrasts liking the product with appreciating the wit of the seller who packs as much as possible.
The 1917 decree from Circuit Court of Rockingham County Virginia directs a commissioner in chancery to examine real and personal estate of Fannie M Emechler and determine share and rent interests. Notices are to be published weekly for four weeks to inform interested parties and creditors. The order sets June 28 1917 as the execution date at Winchester and warns adjournments if necessary.
Fragmentary OCR hints at William Penn and his treaties with multiple Native tribes in the 1680s. Mentions 19 distinct tribes and the reverence for Penn as friend and adviser in Pennsylvania and western New York. Details are incomplete and uncertain.
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