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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1915
Page
4
An early 20th century price snippet shows Year and Six Month and Three Month and One Month rates in advance. Figures include two dollar and change terms and a misprint acde. The fragment hints at subscription costs and payment timing.
The acting secretary has been elevated amid international tensions, making him the de facto head of the State Department. The promotion places Robert Lansing among historic successors to Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, and Adams, with broad Cabinet rank and broad backing from the President. The nation congratulates Lansing on the appointment and its significance.
The Life editorial argues that in 1914 New York State saw at least fifty vaccination deaths, while smallpox caused only three. It claims prevention via vaccination caused seventeen times more deaths than the disease and oddly asks if smallpox could be used to prevent vaccination.
Dr William J Mayo in Baltimore discussed cancer realities noting surface cancer differs from internal forms especially stomach cancer and that skin lesions do not always originate from surface faults.
The article cites Dr Mayo stating that consuming very hot drinks can burn the stomach and may be linked to cancer. He warns many people drink beverages too hot to hold in the mouth and urges heed to this medical guidance from Farm and Fireside.
The piece criticizes jingoistic boasting and the urge to provoke war for glory. It contrasts nationalist cheers with the murk of real battles, questioning whether rulers who glorify conflict earn lasting respect. It suggests wiser leaders should prize peace, industry, and dignity over martial bravado.
Daily market update lists butter eggs poultry hay and grain prices with closing day levels. Includes no 1 timothy hay at 22.50 and various creamery butter and egg figures.
Nostalgic advertisement describes bilious attacks as liver failure and indigestion causing constipation, fermentation, nausea, vomiting, and headaches. It recommends Chamberlain's Tablets to tone the liver and cleanse the stomach, noting a quarter price and wide availability.
A Jennings Louisiana testimonial says a nervy run-down woman recovered in four months after using Vinci. The letter claims improvement from fatigue, dizziness, and pale weak condition and promotes Miller's Drug Store and other druggists selling Vinci with a money-back guarantee.
In Winchester Virginia the estate of Albert C S Reily deceased is referenced in a decree appointing A J Tavenner Commissioner in Chancery to value assets settle debts and determine shares. Creditors and lien holders are notified to appear July 26 1915 at Chester Virginia to proceed with the order with publication as service.
Mr Lew Jackson cider and vinegar maker is hobbling with crutches near his Fairmont avenue home after a fall at his evaporating plant. He sprained a tendon severely and received medical care before returning home.
Death took Eva Glaize the seven year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Statton Glaize of Meadow Mills on Sunday June 20 1915. She had been ill for over three years and was cared for by loved ones until the end. A bright patient child, she sowed seeds of kindness and left grieving relatives and friends who cherished her memory.
Fragmentary note reflects on the reach of upright influence, praising duty and honesty as guiding virtues. The text alludes to broad social impact without naming people or places, conveying a moral perspective on character.
The Friendship and Sarah Zane Fire companies accepted invitations to attend the Fourth of July event in Hagerstown Maryland. They expect large delegations and were invited by the Antietam Fire Company and the Maryland Guard.
The Argonaut reports a novel auto race course at Salduro Utah on the Western Pacific line. A 65 mile long by eight mile wide natural salt bed provides a smooth, level surface two to twenty feet deep with crystallized 98 percent pure salt. The dry surface offers a white, hard track for racing.
A study exposes a 6500 resident area near Manhattan’s financial district heavy with newly landed immigrants exploited by dubious guides. Most workers are porters and unskilled laborers. a single block reports 65 tuberculosis cases yearly. Philanthropy could target this enclave near the financial hub.
A humorous early 19th century style anecdote recalls Little Jimmy arriving late to school on his third day. His mother questions him at noon as he boasts that other children were simply waiting for him to arrive.
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