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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1935
Page
4
The notice lists advertising prices including 2 cents per word with a 25 cent minimum, memorials at 1.50 for four stanzas, and 75 cents for cards of thanks. Display ads with borders must be in by 10 A.M. on publication day, with 42 cents per inch transient rate and contract rates on request. National reps are Devine Tenney Corp. in multiple cities.
Fragmentary line from a religious text quotes Isaiah to declare peace and the end of war. The message urges nations to lay down arms and abandon warfare.
The New York Herald Tribune argues for universal fingerprinting and strict alien registration to curb crime. It notes lax laws enable criminals of all nations to enter the United States and urges periodic ID checks for licenses hotels and move notices to aid the justice department in tracking hoodlums.
Staunton News Leader reports Richard B. Harrison a 70 year old actor known for De Land in The Green Pastures collapsed after 1 658 performances and will rest briefly. He is faithful to the show and hopes to return soon stating the world needs the play as he leaves for rest during makeup.
Two young evangelical singers aged 24 and 28 tour the country claiming perfect records for never attending theatres dancing sports or drinking wine. They say they avoid seeing evil and hearing none yet their critics wonder if they ever lose tempers play croquet or choose clothes with vanity.
The record notes Andrew Jackson as the oldest president to date, born March 15, 1767, retiring March 4, 1837. It cites over 4 million Americans past age 70, including 400,000 on federal relief and 100,000 on state pensions, and defines episcopal as pertaining to bishops.
An abstract remark contrasts perfection and imperfection with a girl's own list of nevers as a personal measurement. The tone is reflective and exploratory, emphasizing subjective standards over universal criteria.
A reflective parable links spring to revived life and the unseen forces within death. It notes hard hearts can bloom with revival under influence, suggesting inner growth mirrors nature’s return of beauty after dormancy. It also considers the unseen continuance of life beyond apparent stillness.
Washington reports a Post Office Department official estimates that a nationwide drive against foreign lottery tickets could save Americans about 2.5 million dollars this year. Last year purchasers paid around 5 million dollars to varied lotteries mainly operated from Canada. Authorities note 40 percent of this business centers in Boston and New York with fraud orders and seizure of tickets continuing at the border.
Consuelo leaves the fairgrounds with money from the night’s dancing as Marco schemes to steal a diamond. She flirts with Voda for a kiss, takes his silver, and heads back to camp as the plot thickens. Marco promises a hidden gift and awaits her return for a final rendezvous.
John Dillinger and five gangsters suspected in a Chicago bank robbery. Walker McBond says Federal relief money arriving in Winchester does not end Red Cross work. An 1841 Tuleyries estate well reached 565 feet with no water, stirring old excitement. Mr and Mrs Walter Huntsberry return from a southern vacation.
Five years ago the American Federation of Labor accused Soviet officials of inciting riots in the United States. Secretary of State Henry L. Stimson reportedly suffers from a cold. The principal of Middle Town High School denies complaints that gambling is prevalent in several county schools as Justice A J Tavenner receives the issue. The council authorizes the finance committee to float bonds totaling $145000 for improvements.
Ten years ago Senator H F Byrd declares his resignation final regardless of election results. G Fred Yeakley becomes exalted ruler of Winchester Lodge 867. Rev Dr W H Woods prominent Richmond clergyman dies. Hunter Osborne of Berryville is named Democrats' publicity man in Congress. Leslie D Kline, Virginia schools official, travels to Richmond for State Board of Education meeting.
Twenty five years ago reports indicate fruit men would gather in Winchester this Saturday. In other news Rouss firemen vote to dispose of their steamer The Little Giant. Sarah Zane firemen survey merchants on street sprinkler purchase and Virginia Woolen Mill reports fire damage. Mrs Mollie Brubaker wife of Captain C W Brubaker passes away.
Former Miss Stella Carver sues Mrs Stella V Cleveland and Charles W Cleveland in Circuit Court alleging desertion. The action is brought in her behalf by attorney R E Perrine.
An historic note records Cleveland's electric street railway carrying paid passengers about fifty years ago marking an early era of urban transit development in the city.
Special Commissioner announces a public auction of lot No. 304 North Kent Street Winchester Va in the chancery case B Louise Gray vs E Louise Gray et al The sale is March 23 1935 at 11 am in front of the County Court House with a brick dwelling and lot reduced after an 18 inch boundary strip is set The plan provides 39 ft front by 140 ft depth terms require one third cash with balance in two annual installments secured by deed of trust and a bond bearing 6 percent interest.
The article explains starting with the left foot in marching drills as the standard for marking time. It notes the phrase walking into the piece and emphasizes all marchers use the same starting foot for uniformity.
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