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Winchester Evening Star in Winchester, Virginia
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1922
Page
4
Associated Press credited dispatch policy note
A notice states that Associated Press material credited to the AP or this paper may be republished as part of the news dispatch system. The policy covers use of AP reports and ensures credit remains with the source.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Perry and the Ninth firm in Democratic hopes
The Southwest Times reports a Pulaski meeting with George C. Perry and Harry Byrd signaling strong Ninth District Democratic support for Perry. The editorial notes a businesslike, fact driven tone, the input of Byrd and Combs, and the presence of national and state party backing, implying Slemp's vulnerability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dite Southwest Times
Pulaski
George C. Perry
Harry F. Byrd
C. Bascom Slemp
Ninth
Slemp
Mr. Perry
Virginia
Perry
Combs
Man Tunneth
Harry Byrd
Stage set for Democratic victory in Ninth district election
A political analysis argues the stage is set for a Democratic win in the Ninth district with Perry likely to prevail. It urges voters to participate, warns against manipulation, and stresses individual responsibility to register and vote. Virginia hopes for ten Democratic congressmen after the next election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stuart
Trinkle
Rolling Handy
Handy
Perry
Judge Harrison
Virginia
Byrd
Harrison
Small Town Speed Laws and Rural Road Safety
A Washington Star editorial argues motorists should respect small-town speed limits. It notes rural communities need safe, well maintained roads and that high speeds endanger local children, urging drivers to choose safety over reckless driving through towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Star
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason Aged Worker Pride
The poem recalls a life of steady labor from sheep shearing to painting pumps. It contrasts diligent effort with lazy workers who seek higher pay without showing pep. Now in old age the speaker enjoys a good credit history and a modest pension, while noting a favorable life on Velvet Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily News
Velvet Street
Coal Crisis Offer From G O Snapp at Old Prices
G O Snapp advertises coal for fur nace and threshing, claiming prices hold before another advance after a strike. Orders encouraged at 427 North Market St with phone 414 J.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Market
Examinations for Virginia Postmasters Scheduled
The post office department announced exams to fill 10 second class and 14 third class postmaster offices in Virginia. Second class tests are set for July 18 in Blackstone Covington Fredericksburg Front Royal Luray Pulaski Rocky Mount Waynesboro Woodstock Wytheville. Third class tests on July 15 will cover Beaverdam Broad Way Colonial Beach Damascus Dayton Edinburg Gate City Goshen Gretna North Tazewell Onley Wakefield and Westport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Virginia
Post Office Department
Blackstone
Covington
Fredericksburg
Front Royal
Luray
Pulaski
Rocky Mount
Waynesboro
Woodstock
Wytheville
Beaverdam
Broadway
Colonial
Beach
Damascus
Dayton
Edinburg
Gate City
Goshen
Gretna
North Tazewell
Onley, Wakefield
Westport
Mann Memorial Church Services and Cantata
Services at John Mann Memorial Methodist Church include Sunday school at 11 a.m., preaching by Rev. Taylor Morgan of Danville, Bible class at 3.15, song service at 7.30, and a children’s day program with the cantata Creation’s Chorus at 8 p.m. All are welcome. The Gentle Hunter notes a hunting joke about blank cartridges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Mann Memorial Methodist Church
Taylor Morgan
Danville
Jerry Morgan
Joseph Wheeler
Winchester Shenandoah Valley League Schedule
League games listed for Winchester in the Shenandoah Valley League with home and away dates against New Market Boyce Woodstock Front Royal Strasburg Herrignburs Mt. Jackson and others. Dates range June through September with multiple matches in July and August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Shenandoah Valley League
Waieeenae i Wal
New. Market
Boyce
Woodstock. Ee
Acm
Front Royal
Strasburg
Herrigenburs
Mt. Jackson
Mr Hugh Duffey to Speak at Centenary Reformed
The Progressive Men's Bible Class at Centenary Reformed Church will host Prof Hugh Duffey, principal of the local high school, as special guest for tomorrows regular session. Duffey will address the group and all members and friends are encouraged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duffey
Progressive Men's Bible Class
Centenary Reformed Church
Hugh
Joint Terminal Erection Awarded for Hagerstown Railroads
The contract to build a railroad terminal for the Pennsylvania Railroad and the Norfolk and Western Railway at Hagerstown has been let to W. W. Boxley of Roanoke Virginia. The project involves about $250000 and will employ a large number of workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Railroad
Norfolk and Western Railway
Hagerstown
W. W. Boxley
Roanoke
First Baptist Church to Observe Children's Day
The Sunday School under superintendent Frank T. Woore will hold its annual children's day and Christian education day service tomorrow at 9 45 am. Recitations readings from scholars and special music selections both vocal and instrumental will be featured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
Frank T. Woore
Water Troughs Easy to Build for Farm Use
Agricultural notes detail a concrete water trough design by W G Kaiser. It covers site prep on drained ground, built forms, reinforcing rods, a 1 2 3 cement mix for water tightness, cement wash interior, and slope to prevent cracking from freezing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Kaiser
Saka
Coal Shortage Prompts Gas Price Caution Card Drive
Coal prices rise and production lags. the company warns high costs may force gas rate hikes. It urges consumers to conserve gas, report waste, and use printed SAVE GAS SAVE MONEY cards to learn saving tips and reduce expenses for all.
Coke price rise callers urged to stock up now
The notice warns that coke, a by product of gas works, costs 12 cents a bushel now but will rise to 15 cents after July 1. Customers are advised to place orders before July 1 for delivery after that date at the current price to save money. A G L Co and W G E L Co executives urge stockpiling fuel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. G. L CO
B. W
Mildew Care for Leather Goods
Mildew on leather should be wiped off with a damp cloth or washed with soap and warm water. After drying, oil lightly with castor or neat’s foot oil and re dry. These simple methods prevent mold and are safe for leather goods.
Star Want Ad Offers Hb He Ee Ey Y
Local newspaper lists a star shaped want ad with cryptic abbreviations and letters. The brief note appears as a classified insertion inviting reader responses.
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