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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1928
Page
4
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A devotional snippet urges parents to have children memorize daily Bible selections as priceless heritage. Includes Prov 15 8 reference about the wicked and upright, and a prayer of praise to the Lord for what pleases Him.
Richmond notes a sentimental tilt toward waltzes amid shrinking dance interest. Abbe Niles cites waltz popularity in The Bookman as clubs favor them, while critics mock aging dancers and insist the waltz remains central to popular music and social life.
The Potomac crossing at Paw Paw will be formally dedicated Friday, easing travel from Cumberland to Washington by twenty miles and cutting mountain grades. It links Cumberland Md and West Virginia towns, shortening paths for motorists and boosting regional business and tourism as the Shenandoah crossing near Charles Town unites two states.
Kansas City Star reports a summer camp policy allowing a special military train age for two weeks or more at various camps. The plan aims to prepare the nation without creating a militaristic system, relying on National Guard members and regular army officers for camp instruction. No total camp numbers are given. approx 273000 attendees with 51351 regular army personnel detailed.
The piece notes about 35,000 young men will enter citizen's military training camps, mostly for peace time duties and daily citizenship. It emphasizes patriotism, respect for authority, good sportsmanship, healthful living, and rights of others as aims alongside preparation to defend the country if war comes.
The British House of Commons rejects the new Church of England prayer book, risking a clash as bishops may implement it despite Parliament. The piece ponders if the church can defy government as in colonial defiance or Henry VIII era confrontations with Rome.
Public sale of the S Dean Rogers Tract in Frederick County Virginia, 179 acres total with 15 acres, adjoining F S Tavenner and Charles Lupton, conveyed in 1922 to Shenandoah Valley Apple Growers Co. Inc. Auction July 14, 1928 in front of the County Courthouse. One third cash day of sale, balance in two yearly bonds at 6 percent, deed of trust and insurance. Special commissioners listed. Bond with security filed. Deputy Clerk certifies bond.
Advertises Capudine as a liquid nerve remedy praised by users for quick safe relief from overwrought nerves headaches and other nerve pains. Claims faster action than tablets or powders and notes it contains no opiates with pricing at 8 and 60 cents at all drug stores.
Leon Duray piloted his racing car around a 2.5 mile Detroit oval to establish a world speed record for automobiles over a non straightaway at 149 mph. The previous record of 147.071 mph was held by the late Frank Lockhart.
In the Virginia circuit court the Peoples Bank files against The Stephens City Steam Flouring Mill and others. Commissioner B P Harrison is fixed to report property, creditor priorities, receiver accounts, and attorney fees, with notice by The Winchester Evening Star for four weekly publications and a July 18 1928 hearing.
A quip contends that true grand opera singers cannot be fully understood in lyrics suggesting clarity diminishes artistry. The remark contrasts comprehension with vocal stature and raises questions about performance style.
Cumberland Maryland reports a special train will run June 20 for the opening of the interstate bridge between Paw Paw West Virginia and Kifer Maryland linking with the Oldtown road. The event highlights a new low grade highway to the Shenandoah Valley with officials including Governor Gore and Congressman Zihlman attending.
In Winchester Virginia on June 20 1928 Judge decides the will of Isaac Stine is to be interpreted by Special Commissioner B P Harrison with tasks to identify devisees value life estate and remainder among Walter Stine and his children assess debts and determine partition options. A fixed notice states the hearing will occur July 5 1928 at 10 AM at 14 Rouss Ave Winchester with further proceedings to follow if not started.
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