Pardoned Soldiers Sleep On Post Grant of Unconditional Pardon
Washington June 20. President Wilson pardons two young soldiers sentenced to death for sleeping on post at the front. The order, identical in both cases, frees Private Forest D Sebastian and Jeff Cook, directs return to duty, cites youth, and urges the army to view the act as a call to renewed devotion and discipline in France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wilson
D. Sebastian
Jeff. Cook
United States
France
Calotabs Promised as Best Liver Cleanser
The ad extols Calotabs as the best universal medicine from medical authorities. It claims Calotabs purify the liver stomach bowels kidneys and blood and that a single nightly tablet causes no nausea with a morning appetite intact. Sold in sealed packages for thirty five cents with money back if not delighted.
Disappearance of a Stranger in Winchester Raises War Suspicions
A man suspected of pro German activities has vanished from Winchester after weeks of uneasy rumor. Police and the exemption board will investigate his life since arrival, but his name and lodging are undisclosed. He reportedly lived quietly, claimed to be an inventor, and left behind heavy boxes to be inspected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Winichester
Pannett
O‘sal
Department of Justice
Washington
Baseball Attacks Large Crowd at Harris Addition Diamond
A New York team lost to the National Avenue Nine 23 to 16 at Harris Addition diamond in front of an enthusiastic crowd. The report lists the lineups and notes upcoming games against Spinning Room team of Virginia Woolen Mills and the Has Beens of Winchester with free admission and a collection for improving National Avenue nine playgrounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
National Avenue Nine
Harris
N. Hottel
L. Wallman
D. Hottel
Spinning Room
Virginia Woolen Mills
Maniond
National Avenue Boys
Has Beens
Winchester
John Seal, Jr
Bryan Breckenridge
R C. Ryan
Osmar Swanson
Reservoir Park
Tenant Pays Two Months Rent and Leaves Early
A tenant paid two months rent in advance and departed before half of the agreed term, with his time remaining less than half.
Wheatless Days Invoke Silent Protest by Avid Restaurateur
A local restaurateur avoids wheat on designated wheatless days as a personal protest. The act draws curious customers and sparks conversation about dietary choices and cultural practices.
Port Republic Man Reports Dreco Aided Recovery
Thomas L. Randall of Port Republic Virginia describes how Dreco eased his indigestion and rheumatism, helped him sleep, and allowed a 10 pound weight gain after failed treatments. He praises the drug and notes it is available at Miller's Drug Store in Winchester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Republic
Dreco
Thomas L. Randall
Norfolk and Western Railway
Randall
Winchester
Miller’s Drug Store
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Etta
Anna Grim
Germany
H. D. Albin
Baltimore
Plymouth Rocks
Bird Bros
Parcel Post
D. J. Bush
Iia Town
W. V. Bell
W.S.S
Fletcher
Castori
Perop Kiza
McCormick. & CO
Denny-Clowe CO. Inc
Neel Motor Company
Union Bank of Winchester
Goodyear Tires
John M. Miller
Bell Phone
Osborne
Binders Tedders Osborn
R. B. Kater
South
Braddock Street
Chamberlain
Fannie E. Cather
Amherst St
M. M. Lynch
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