Oil storage proposed to boost naval fuel preparedness
The Washington Post suggests the Navy store crude oil when cheap to guard against shortages and high prices. Stored oil would allow production of benzol and tolavel for explosives and gasoline for motors in wartime, while leftover residue remains usable as fuel. Norfolk Virginian Pilot notes the idea as scientific preparedness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Navy
Washington Post
Navy Department
United States
Germany
Norfolk
Whiskers Theme of Endless Shaving lament
The narrator laments perpetual whisker growth and the toil to shave. He describes crying out in morning and night while lather foams and he continually shear. The passage highlights the burden of maintaining a clean face through recurring grooming.
Whiskers and Woes at Barbershops in a Satirical Rhyme
A comical verse ribbing gender roles and barbering habits. It questions men’s fixation on shaving and the social gaze while imagining women’s beauty standards and the oddity of barber shop life. The speaker laments wasted time and the pressure to maintain a sharp edge.
Orders to Recruit 150 Men for Virginia Company
Capt Robert Y Conrad of Winchester arrives in Harrisonburg en route to Lexington. He receives mobilization orders from Col Robert Leedy to raise Company I to 150 men by Friday as Virginia troops near Richmond. Enlistees aged 18 to 35 get railroad fare paid to Winchester if accepted after examination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisonburg
Robert Y. Conrad
Winchester
Virginia
Robert F. Leedy
Luray
Richmond
Conrad
Lexington
Virginia Military Institute
PHILOSOPHIC VIEW OF A FRETFUL MOTORIST
A fretful motorist vented about car troubles and jokes about patience and temperament. He contemplates enduring annoyances with fortitude and humor as he seeks a graceful exit from pursuing marriage to the daughter.
Grand Opera Echoes of Speculator Larceny
A columnist recalls attending a grand opera but laments buying a ticket from a speculator. The opera itself was fine, yet the narrator fixates on the petty larceny behind the ticket markup and the broader theft of access.
Stephens City Notes Highlight Summer Visits and Movements
Mrs. Bm. D. Grove and daughters Katheryn Craig Smith and Susan Grove of Frederick Md occupy their summer cottage on Greenhill avenue. Kennett Otten of Wilmington NC returns from Roanoke College with Merwh Downing Stickley. Mrs. J. W. Fulenwider of Monroe NC visits Rev. and Mrs. R. H. Cline. Mrs. Luther Hottel visits relatives in New Market. Mary Virginia Weaver Kathleen Adams of Front Royal visit Mrs. J. D. Steele. Mary Carver heads to Luray to stay with Mrs. G. T. Chapman. Virginia Dean Florence Guard depart for University of Virginia summer session. Prof. A M. Smith to attend high school conference at UVA. Kate Niswanger injured hip after staying with Mrs. Altha W. Steele.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephens City
Bm. D. Grove
Katheryn
Craig Smith
Susan Grove
Rederick
Greenhill) Avenue
Kennett Otten
Wilmington
N. C
Roanoke College
Merwh Downing Stickley
J. W. Fulenwider
Monroe
R. H. Cline
Luther Hottel
New Market
Mary
Virginia Weaver
Kathleen Adams
Front Royal
J.D
Mary Carver
Luray
G. T. Chapman
Virginia Dean
Florence Guard
Umniiersity of Virginia
Univerity of Virginia
Kate Niswanger
Altha W. Steele
Speaker condemns paid advertising masquerading as news
At a press meeting a speaker argued that some columns labeled as news are really paid advertising. He noted that resolutions of respect or condolence from lodges, obituary poetry, and cards of thanks are charged at 5 cents per line and should be treated as advertising, not news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democrat
Newspaper ad charges and community notices discussed
A discussion on charging for newspaper articles follows with analogies about fair pricing, noting newspapers invest in advertising space and staff costs. Local items report Miss B C Shull and Bean Campbell visiting Winchester, Mrs S G Jamison fracturing a rib with Dr Swan attending, and visits by Mr C B Keeler, Mr Dennis of Martinsburg, Rev Digges preaching, and Mrs George W Kneisley’s illness improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. C. Shull
Bean Campbell
Winchester
S. G. Jamison
C. B. Keeler
S. C. Kline
Swan
Dennis
Martinsburg
W. Va
Digges
Presbyterian Church
NAIN BREVITIES SUMMARY OF JUNE NEWS
Mrs Roland Buncutter and children visited relatives in Winchester last week. Miss Thelma Putt of Davis W Va visits Miss Louise Thwaite. Lucille Buncutter returns from Albin visit. C C Hawkins of Stines Chapel visited Braithwaite family. D S Fries and Messie Fries of Winchester visit old farm home. E H DeHaven and daughter Madeline recovering from auto crash near Hancock Md. Russell Cather regains use of crushed hand. W L Fultz of Winchester and W C Parlett of Albin visit Buncutters. Heavy rains damage strawberry crop in some areas. Friends hold all day session at Apple Ridge meeting house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nain
Roland Buncutter
John Barrett
Winchester
Thelma Putt
Davis
W. Va
Louise
MissLucille Buncutter
R. W. Greenawalt
Albin
C. C. Hawkins
Stine’s Chapel
S. D. Braithwaite
D. S. Fries
Messie Fries
E. H. DeHaven
Madeline
Hancock
Russell Cather
W. L. Fultz
W. C. Parlett
J. M. Buncutter
Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Offers Stomach Relief
Hundreds suffer digestive troubles in the area. Mayr's Wonderful Remedy is advertised as a permanent relief. Testimonials from F A Reeder and William H Lacy claim drastic improvements after using the treatment. The ad promises no distress after eating and gas relief with a money back guarantee after try.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayr
F. A. Reeder
Helena
William H. Lacy
Washington
D. C
Forethought saves costs say Caldwell family
I WwW Archer of Caldwell Ohio notes their family has relied on Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for years. They keep it during extended visits and find it readily obtainable everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archer
Caldwell
Ohio
Chamberlain
Marlboro Social Notes Reflect Regional Visits
Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Spitler of Luray Virginia visited N. D. Long for several days. John Omps and family from Whitacre Virginia visited Ed Kneeast on Wednesday. Laura Pangle returned to Baltimore after weeks there. Mrs. S. G. Jamieson and Boss Stickley of Strasburg were in town for business. H. E. Shull and E. P. Ward with Jasper Pangle traveled to Winchester on Saturday. Mrs. E. R. McDonald has returned to Memorial Hospital Winchester. Mrs. Carl Warch and three children of Baltimore are visiting R. J. Pangle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marlboro
Jacob Spitler
Luray
N. D. Long
John Omps
Whitacre
Boss Stickley
Strasburg
H. E. Shull
Winchester
E. P. Ward
Jasper Pangle
E. R.mcdonald
Memorial Hospital
Carl Warch
Baltimore
R. J. Pangle
Preparedness Parade Photos From Washington Displayed
Rare photographs reproduced of the great preparedness parade in Washington on June 14 with President Wilson marching in line. The images appear in the Washington Sunday Star section featuring Blanogravure plates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wilson
Washingston
Humorous Exchange About Work and Cats
A playful dialogue contrasts toil in ordinary life with political labor. A visitor jokes about not fearing cats, while a child stirs with a quip about rats, reflecting a light social moment in a domestic setting.
Mrs Van Wombat Hosts Buffet at Women's Lunch
A luncheon hosted by Mrs. Van Wombat drew praise from the men present. A separate portion of fruit salads macaroon and ham sandwiches were served, marking a noteworthy change for the event.
Evidently Off Again and a Mean Disposition
In a light exchange the characters joke about temper and a sharp gambler persona. The dialogue contrasts a marked temper improvement with a boastful bluffing player who then flaunts his winning hand to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jagsby
Watch vanishes in the night gag ends in surprise
A speaker recalls waking with a strong sense his gold watch had vanished. He checks but finds no theft. The ruse ends with the watch not gone yet somehow moving on its own.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jinker
Blinger
Two Divorce Decrees for Restless Child
Mrs Diversey shows the two divorce decrees to a curious child while Mr Diversey resists being amused. The scene depicts a domestic dispute referenced in a humorous wartime column.
Giving Credit to a Talker on Faults and Growth
A reflective verse notes a speaker's blunt talk about faults and self improvement. It suggests if we lack improvement the speaker remains entertaining. The lines blend humor with critique about personal growth and accountability.
Meter in poetry and a gas meter joke
A humorous dialogue where a boy asks what a meter in poetry measures and another boy quips about hot air. The scene includes a mother commenting on virtues and a father figure named Mrs Boozer reacting to painting the town red as not one of them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie
Tommy
Quantz Couple to Move to Youngstown Ohio
Mr. L L Quantz and his wife plan relocation to Youngstown Ohio where he has secured a new position. Mrs Quantz will join him soon as they establish their future home in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ll. A. Quantz
Chambersville
Youngstown
Ohio
Advertise In The Star
Classified request urges merchants to place ads in The Star newspaper. It notes reach, timing, and contact methods for submission and rates.
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A.L. Nail
Glennet Kumpe and Sons
Yellow Springs
Hark White
Olli Limeberg
Morgantown
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William Cooper
Lola, Pingley
Winifred Rogers
Jacob Kecktey
Near Rosenberger
Harry White
Rosie Light
Beulah Cooper
Ollie Lineberg
Marion Lineberg
Cove
Sam Loy
Jamés' Loy
Mount Olive Church
Bradfield Regulator Co
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E. Piccadilly St
Fred. H. Winkfield
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W. T. Knight
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