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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1915
Page
2
The piece extols soy beans as a major future crop likely to rival corn and wheat in acreage. It urges farmers to plant soy for hog feed now and to turn pigs into ripening fields for inexpensive pork, citing Farm Progress.
A Colorado station prepared piece argues concrete silos are increasingly used in farm construction and often outperform stave silos. It cites common failure causes such as insufficient reinforcement and poor mixing, notes long-term durability in some cases, and discusses upkeep including air and acid proofing.
A simple straw thatched dovecot built on the barnyard with a pointed roof, round openings, two nesting floors, and a large capacity attracts passersby. Inexpensive and easy to make, it offers a practical feature for farms.
Community notices announce ongoing preparations ahead of Schmey’s primary election day. Officials urge participation and outline polling locations and voting hours for residents.
William E. Smith declares Democratic primary candidacy for Gainesboro Supervisor in Frederick County. Charles H. Harper also announces as a Democrat for the same Gainesboro District office with a pledge to faithfully perform duties if elected. Election is set for March 3, 1915.
Multiple notices from Frederick County voters announcing candidacies for Commissioner of Revenue in the Northern District. Ava ond Orndoff, Brannon, and Luther R. Baker pledge to faithfully perform duties if elected and seek Democratic support from Stonewall and Gaines Districts.
Several candidates announce for the Southern District post in the Frederick county Democratic primary. W SH submits a pledge to faithfully perform office duties if elected. Isaiah C Roe and Herbert H Shull also declare candidacies subject to the primary.
T Russell Cather announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Commonwealth's Attorney of Frederick County to be decided August 3 1915. He pledges a thorough efficient administration if elected.
Subject to the Democratic primary, Boyd R. Richards announces his candidacy for re election to the House of Delegates. He states he seeks continued service and support from party members.
Public notices name candidates for county offices in Frederick County including re election bid by C R McCann for treasurer sheriff candidate Luther Pannet and supervisor contenders for Back Creek District F D Good and T McIlwee pledge to serve if elected and seek voters support with primary slated for August 1915
It states care over luck drives farming success with notes on pruning for root versus wood growth. It discusses soil depth drainage and friability for orchard plantings and mentions soja bean use in Japan as a dairy substitute after cooking and pressing. It advises succession planting of turnip cabbage and beet greens and staying cultivator active to curb weeds.
The speaker declares candidacy for the Poe Senatorial District covering Winchester Contesti Shenandoah and adjacent counties. If elected, they pledge faithful efficient administration and representation without partisan conflict for Shenandoah and City of Winchester voters.
Electric machinery offers portable flexible power for farm tasks, reducing reliance on animals. It promises rapid rural adoption after reliable energy supply, with benefits in lighting heating and small motors, boosting farm productivity and living standards.
State Veterinarian J G Ferneyhough issued an order lifting Virginia restrictions on hay straw fodder and feed containers from states categorized by the USDA as modified restricted or free. States listed include Delaware Iowa Indiana Montana New Hampshire Rhode Island Michigan West Virginia and the District of Columbia. Virginia will auto adjust state rules as USDA changes occur. Ferneyhough traveled to Asheville North Carolina to address the North Carolina Veterinarians Association on The Foot and Mouth Disease in Cattle.
A claim from a World’s Garden Spot report states New South Wales contains more kinds of flowering plants than Europe, highlighting the region’s botanical diversity.
Woman in distress after failed treatment finds relief with Cardui as her physician and mother recommended. The ad cites increased weight and renewed energy, praising Cardui as best medicine for women and urging readers to request the 64 page booklet “Treatment for Women” from Chattanooga Medicine Co. in Chattanooga Tennessee.
A severe hailstorm struck several Maryland counties yesterday afternoon with hail up to grapefruit size. Crops including peaches tomatoes and cantaloupe were destroyed and florists suffered crop damage. The Naval Academy and state buildings reported broken windows and extensive damage.
A powerful storm damaged both public and private buildings and injured animals under siege, with casualties near poult. the hardest hit counties were Howard Anne Arundel Talbot Wicomico Cecil and the western Baltimore area.
Residents and visitors gather across Middletown and nearby towns as sick Mr. H B Kline improves. Numerous arrivals include Mrs Compton Front Royal visiting Mrs F Estes Kline and families from Washington Moorefield Stephens City Baltimore and Roanoke.
A Harrisburg pair Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Carpenter aged in their seventies report total relief from long standing kidney trouble after using Foley Kidney Pills. They say they feel as vigorous as thirty years ago and note the medicine stops sleep disturbance, back ache, rheumatism and joint pains.
Last Sunday June 20 was a red letter day as the Frederick circuit observed a children's will ceremony. The event marked a notable community moment with families and local officials in attendance.
By trust deed dated August 20 1913 Grace E Keith and John P Keith will sell at public auction in front of the County Court House Winchester Virginia on Saturday July 17 1915 at 12 noon. The lot fronts 57 feet 6 inches on Stewart Street with a rear depth of 150 feet and a 10 foot alley. Improved by a large brick dwelling with modern plumbing electric lights and heating. Terms one third cash balance evidenced by two bonds payable one and two years after sale at six percent interest secured by a trust on the property. Debt of 5500 with interest from May 6 1915. R Gray Williams Trustee. 6 12 4w
By virtue of an execution in favor of J. B. Colt & Co. against Samuel B. Shearer a public sale will be held in front of the Court House Winchester Virginia on July 3 1915 at 10 o clock a m A valuable diamond ring will be shown for inspection the terms cash Sheriff.
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