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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1929
Page
4
The Evening Star is issued in Winchester Virginia as a second class matter. It is published daily except Sunday and consolidated with several local papers. Subscription rates are listed for various terms and formats.
A religious fragment quotes Matthew 5 16 urging light before men and a prayer asking protection to keep to the right and avoid wrong. The mix includes a devotional exhortation and a biblical citation.
Virginians express gratitude for President Hoover choosing a Virginia site on the Rapidan river for fishing and recreation. The editor and Mr. Carson receive praise for their efforts in promoting Shenandoah National Park, historic site marking, and Virginia publicity to attract residents, capital, and tourism.
The piece criticizes a federal appointment of Nightengale, a Black man, to Blenheim in Alberne County and the support from Rep Garber. It argues Democrats push “available” Republicans for posts, notes Wick of district loyalty, and predicts further comment if Garber ignores local invitations.
The Roanoke Times reports President Hoover declares he is condemned to work in Washington, aligning with many government employees who must remain at the capital to fulfill duties amid unspecified pressures.
The piece argues Hoover may benefit from a vacation away from Washington during the hot months. It suggests a mountain retreat near the capital as a possibility if he wishes to rest, study issues cooler, and return refreshed when Congress reconvenes in the fall.
The New York Evening Post notes a growing shift toward color in men attire. It cites blue shoes at a National Shoe Retailers' Association convention and colored shirts collars and ne***ties as signs of rising boldness, urging more color while preserving tradition.
J P Morgan Co marks a major finance move after the firm’s head returns from the reparations conference. The new stroke signals intensified merger activity and consolidation in the financial sector.
A report outlines a potential 500 million merger of New York public utility companies with the metropolitan system. It notes similar consolidations in other states and argues utilities attract long term capital and stable investments.
The text notes that public oversight is essential and grows as companies expand and influence the lives and needs of citizens.
A luncheon will be held at 116 North Braddock Street on Tuesday June 25 from 11 30 a m to 2 p m. Price is 50 cents with proceeds benefiting the Epworth League of Braddock Street Methodist Church.
The notice lists Christ Episcopal Church at Boscawen and Washi streets with Rector Rev. Robert B. schedule including 9 45 a m Sunday school 11 a m morning prayer and sermon on The Search After God and 8 p m evening prayer and sermon in Stephens City. A commentary notes the sharp decline of corn rye and wheat is not expected to affect bootleg prices.
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