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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1922

Page

7

Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Helped Women Through Change of Life

Testimonials from Mrs. Keller of Afton Tennessee and Mrs. Mary Lister of Adrian Michigan praise Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for alleviating changes of life symptoms. The ad describes hot flashes smothering spells and nervous fatigue and positions the remedy as a natural restorative and preventive for common female ailments. It invites readers to request the company’s free private text on ailments peculiar to women.

Afton Tenn Bie E. Pinkham Lydia E. Pinkham Keller Mary Lister Adrian Mich Frank Street Adrian, Mich

Divorce Easy in Uruguay and the meaning of FOB

The article notes Uruguayan divorce rules favor the wife who declares she wants a divorce, with swift absolute divorce granted. It explains that husbands face court procedures, while wives keep their names and identity. It also defines FOB as free on board and explains bill of lading markings for freight costs.

Uruguay Usband Chicago Kansas City

Education versus business in a public talk clash

An educator challenged the crowd asking if education harms business. A small man replied Ivan and revealed he once sold the book What Every Girl Should Know, a product with falling demand.

Ivan

Dressmakers win praise in London court testimony

A London court heard testimony that a woman aiming to hold her own in exclusive English society must acquire 10 to 40 new gowns annually at about 200 dollars each. The remark underscored the fashion expectations of high society.

London

Wealth Properly Characterized

A pithy line defines wealth as a man’s richness equal to the number of things he can afford to ignore. The quote emphasizes restraint and value over abundance.

Trustee's Sale of Frederick County Property

Trustee to sell at public auction on July 1 1922 in Winchester Virginia a 25 acre tract home of the late Emma Baker located one mile SE from Mt Williams Frederick County. Terms require one third cash and balance in two yearly installments with bonds and deed of trust and insurance policy. M M Lynch trustee.

Emma Baker Frederick County Virginia Court House Winchester Mt. Williams M. M. Lynch

Timber Sale Sealed Bids Open Near Mountain Falls

The Handley Board of Trustees invites sealed bids for about one million feet of timber including white oak red oak chestnut and poplar on the 1250 tract near Mountain Falls Frederick county Virginia. Bids due June 27 1922 with right to reject. Land rights reserved. Payment one half cash and land notes.

Mountain Falls Frederick County Virginia Handley Board of Trustees Handley Board John I. Sloat Commercial and Savings Bank Winchester

Wall Paper and Window Shades Auction At Baltimore Store

Thomas and Messer Company at 1015 W Baltimore offers wallpaper at 100 each and 121 20 apiece and window shades at 49c, inviting customers to shop the sale.

Thomas & Messer Company

Reputed Chickens Stolen Sparks Tough Talk Between Boss and Sambo

A harsh exchange portrays a boss and Sambo arguing over a feared reputation for stealing chickens. The dialogue hints at social dynamics and racial stereotypes of the era without graphic detail.

Auto Crash Sparks Light Hearted Exchange Between Elaine and Donald

In a brief exchange after an auto accident Elaine asks about injuries and Donald replies with a trivial scratch. Elaine expresses concern and the conversation ends on a somber note.

Elaine Donald

Weather records show Winchester heat peak at 95

Sunday saw a 95 degree high with 67 overnight low. humidity reached 100 percent at times as hundreds sought indoor relief. A gust passed late, offering brief cooling, while rainfall remained none for the week. F. J. Sohneiderhan, Pathologist.

Winchester

Marines Arrive at Gettysburg Camp for Two Week Stay

The vanguard of the Fourth Brigade United States Marines arrived at Gettysburg Pa today from Quantico Virginia with heavy trucks and gear. The main body, marching 14 miles from Thurmont Maryland, is due this afternoon and camp pitching is underway on the battlefield.

Agsted Gettysburg United States Marines Quantico Thurmont

Women and Success: envy and achievement described

A line about success notes that some women envy it while others attain it for themselves. The statement reflects differing attitudes toward achievement among women.

Lewis Called To End Strike

Government moves to resolve the bituminous coal dispute with Secretary of Labor Davis arranging talks with John L. Lewis in Washington. A potential national conference of operators and union leaders may be convened to seek a settlement before President Harding.

Washington Davis John L. Lewis United Mine Workers Harding Lewis

Winchester player knocked out by thrown ball during practice

Persell Plank of the Winchester team was knocked unconscious at the New Market field when Garland Potts threw the ball during warmups before the game with New Market. The ball struck his cheek bone near the eye, leaving him unconscious for a time.

Persell Plank Winchester New Market Garland Potts Plank

Injury at New Market Game Leaves Player Confident

A New Market physician treated an unnamed player after a ball struck him. He complained this morning of numbness where the impact occurred but believed the injury would heal.

New Market

Yard Party By Woman's Missionary Society At Ridgeway

The Woman's Missionary Society hosts a yard party on the School House Lawn at Ridgeway Thursday July 6. Proceeds support church and mission work in the area through casual lawn games and refreshments.

The Woman's Missionary Society School House Ridgeway

Mineral Waters advertised at Rock Enon Springs

Frederick County Virginia advertises five kinds of mineral waters claimed to aid kidney trouble and eczema. Rates shown as 2 dollars per day and 10.50 dollars per week offered by White J. M. Lockhart with schedule mon wed fri 2w.

Frederick County Virginia

To Prevent Foot Trouble In Shoe Fitting

The article stresses measuring the foot from heel to ball rather than to the toe. Proper measurement ensures the shoe accommodates the widest part of the foot, resulting in a longer but narrower last. This prevents foot misery and improves comfort.

Cardboard Wind Blocks Stop Doig Intrusion

A fragmented note describes using cardboard to block wind rattling bedroom windows at night. It mentions dark bits wedged into window sides to halt the Doig disturbance.

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