Coal operators urge broader draft ages to aid war effort
The New York Times notes bitter complaints from ar d mine operators in Pennsylvania over coal labor depletion due to war draft. They urge extending the draft to ages 18 to 65 to fuel industry and support the army, stressing victory rests on meeting manpower needs. General Crowder backs a broad draft to resolve binding labor shortages and recruitment competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Oteo
France
Washington
Scrani Republican
Pershing
Paris
Bboys
Wea
Peace and War Reflections in Wartime Verse
Fragmentary verse envisions a distant peace after war with imagery of dawns, plows, and wreaths for veterans. It contrasts homefront labor with the sacrifice of soldiers and hints at national gratitude and memory for those who won victory over the Hun.
Wartime Regrets and Sharp Puns by Walt Mason
The verse recalls soldiers forced to pay fifty cents during war, predicting loneli ness, lament, and lasting embarrassment. It warns that those who do not loosen up will face bitter outcomes once peace returns. Mason comments on morale, humor, and social bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walt Mason
Engineer Officers Training Camp Opens At Camp Humphreys
General William M Black announces the engineer officers training camp will open about August 1 at Camp Humphreys Virginia. About 7000 to 8000 engineers now in training are eligible. lieutenants may be 22 to 26 years old and captains 26 to 42.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
William M. Black
Army Engineers
Engineer Officers
Humphreys
Pictory star in the sky linked to Allied omens
A Europe dispatch notes a so called pictory star visible in the sky over France. The orb, said to be in the Eagle constellation, bears red white and blue colors with white predominating. Observers claim it is a good omen for the Allied cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eusesius
Constantine
Europe
United States
France
Alexandria Gazette
Bankrupt Petition for Discharge in Virginia Court
Rosa B. Pannett of Winchester Frederick County Virginia petitions for discharge from all debts under bankruptcy law. Court orders hearing set for July 10 1918 at Harrisonburg with notice to creditors by The Evening Star. Clerk Stanley W. Martin issues copies of petition and order dated June 19 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court of the United States
Virginia
Rosa B. Pannett
Lee Pannett Bankrupt Proceedings in Winchester
Lee Pannett of Winchester was adjudged bankrupt under U S bankruptcy acts in October last. He has surrendered all required assets and prays to be discharged against his estate under the acts and court orders. Date noted as June 7, 1918.
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Henry C. McDowell
District Court of the United States
Virginia
Rosa B. Pannett
Wincheser
Frederick
A. D
Alice L. Osburn
Western District
Lee Pannett
Winchester
Court notice to creditors in Harrisonburg district 1918
On the 10th day of June 1918 creditors and others in interest may appear at the specified time and place to show cause why the petition should not be granted. The Clerk will send by mail to residences listed notice. Witness Judge Henry C. McDowell at Harrisonburg June 16 1918. Per D. W. Farman D. C.
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Harrisonburg
Evening Star
Henry C
Herrisonburg
Henry C. McDowell
Stanley W. Martin
D. W. Farman
D. C
D. W. Barman
Bloom area social notes recall local residents and visitors
Bloom Virginia items report Mr. PB Cooper returning from Harrisonburg after serving on a federal jury. Mary Williams of Washington visits her mother Mrs. Arelia Williams. Teets and Albert sisters return to Preston County after visits. Luther Brill of Star Tannery and Rube Long of Middletown are noted as visitors. Several families host guests including the Crabills and Whites.
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Bloom
Sane
PB. Cooper
Harrisonburg
Mary ‘Williams
Washington
Arelia’ Williams
Hilda, Burnive
Mildred Teets
Hilda Albert
Preston County
W. Va
Luther Brill
Star Tannery
Rube Long
Braithwaite Family Returns from Martinsburg Visit
Mrs S H Braithwaite and children Gerald and Howard return after a week with relatives in Martinsburg and Stephenson. Miss Rowena Braithwaite visits cousin Miss Helen Collins in Cumberland. A yard party is planned for Saturday June 29 to raise funds for the Red Cross.
What Savings It Will Do War Bond Stamp Card
One five-dollar war savings stamp will buy one-fifth of a mile of bandages enough for fifty five wounds or will purchase gauze and plaster for one hundred soldiers. It will render painless forty operations and provide safety from lockjaw for fourteen wounded soldiers. It will supply first aid packets for sixteen injuries and adhesive plaster for hundreds of wounded soldiers. Miss Mildred Russell has returned home after six weeks visiting Winchester and other towns.
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Mildred Russell
Services in county preached Sunday June 23
There will be preaching at Round Hill Patxon Chapel and Lamps Memorial on Sunday June 23. Services at 11 a m 4 p m and 8 30 p m. Everyone urged to contribute liberally to the fund for religious work among our soldier boys. W Brubaker Pastor.
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Round Hill
Patxon Chapel
Rector to Do War Work in France
Rev. R A Goodwin, rector in charge of Episcopal churches at Middleburg Aldie and Oatlands, will depart for France soon to engage in war work supported by his experience and service in the local parishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R.A. Goodwin
Middleburg
Aldie
Oatlands
France
Goodwin
Stop Itching Eczema Skin Care In Vintage Ad Claim
An advertisement promotes Zemo as a penetrating liquid to clear skin and prevent staining. It asserts effectiveness against eczema and itchy skin, praising B. W. Rose Co as the maker. The copy markets the product as not creasy and suitable for vigorous skin health.
Change for Special Service in Army
Six hundred grammar school graduates of draft age with necessary qualifications are offered induction into military service in Virginia. They must have practical mechanical experience and will receive further instructions at the University to fit them for special duties in the army.
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Virginia
Chronic Constipation Advice and Treatment
The article explains constipation results from low moisture in the residual matter of food and suggests drinking water, eating raw fruits, and outdoor exercise. It recommends mild laxatives and warns against harsh cathartics, endorsing Chamberlain's Tablets as easy to take and effective. For sale by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Doan's Kidney Pills Public Testimony From Winchester Resident
Winchester residents testify to Doan's Kidney Pills relief with Mrs. D. H. Anderson reporting back pain resolve and kidney function normal after use. Ad stresses price 60 cents and urges readers to ask for the same remedy from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Doan
D. H. Anderson
S. Main 1St
Public Sale of Personal Property by Deed of Trust
Public auction at the residence of William Butler near Trone Frederick County Virginia on Saturday June 29 1918 at 10 am. Sale includes farm horse wagon buggy corn oats feed tools harness plows utensils furniture stove and more. Terms cash. Goods not to be removed until paid in full. James E Anderson Trustee John W Herrell Auctioneers.
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William Butler
Trone
Frederick
Virginia
James E. Andeirson
John W. Herrell
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Bell
United
Morning
Weekly News
Weekly Times
Weekly Mirror
New York Times
People’s Drug Co (Incorporated
People’s Drug Co., Inc
Winchester, Va
Western District of
Ani Ygur Draggiet
Marietta White
J. B. Snapp
Martha Windle
Sarah Crabill
Alice White
Lucy Prevett
Fawcett Gap
Carson Allemony
J. S. White
Ivan Miller
George Hulver
Mary Moreland
Highview
J. S. Crabill
A. L. White
Martha ‘Windle
Annie Crabill
Mr. White
Crabill
Ross Junction
Services
FN County
W. Brubaker
Freds, Boyd
Ty In
Cumberland
Philadelphia
New York
Norfolk & Western
Bristol
Inedate
Pullman
Roanoke
Blue Seid
Onutas
Welch
Nortom
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Shenandoah
Roanok
Memphis
Shénandoah
Mietio
Shoah TuncHon
Washinton
Hagerstown
Philadeiphis
Taunoers
W. B. Pfvill
Pas Traf
Southern Railway
Alexandria
Strasburg
Wstsoornd
Strasbueo Geen
Garrisonburg
Eno
Harisonbuee
Sufte Ane Nia
Isonburg
Harrisonburs
Strasbure
D.H
Washington, DC
Thomas & Messer Co
Baltimore St
Baltimore, Md
Rambler Bicycles
R& Willis
Market St
J. E. Norman
Purcellville
J. T. Fisher
DR. Fahrney
Hagerstown, MD
Diagnostician
Burns
Sverre Spolicaion
Sccm
South Main St
G. W. Kremer
City
Main St
S. Main Street
Star Office
Jorey Helfers
Milton Valley Farm
Berryville
B. Keckley & Co
Asa Crisman
Wan Fed
Tor
Inquire Star Office
North Loudon Street
Ted
H. K. Green
Braddock St
C. B. Henry
Bell _phone
Market Street
Washington, D. C
Twelfth Street
N. W
Washington, D.C
DuPont Co
Hopewell
Uncle Sam
Co. BR. Smaltz
Nat'l Ave
Miller’s. Drug Store
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