Apple Blossom Festival Plans and Local Notes
One year ago Miss Patricia Dacre Morton of Winchester was named queen of the 1931 Apple Blossom Festival. Winchester firms reported over 10 million dollars in 1929 turnover. A Winchester branch of the American Association of University Women formed with Mrs. Herbert S. Larrick as president. A large bus company executive reportedly favors federal control of all lines. More than ten floats have entered the festival parade The Trail of the Pink Petals. Handley High School Cadet Band will perform for the Virginia Music Teachers Association in Harrisonburg. The festival will likely be held mid April due to warm spring weather. Arthur G. Jones Woolen Company workers deepen a well hoping to strike more oil. President Coolidge wears a wrist bandage but provides no reason. Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Lowry hosted for Mr. and Mrs. Loryn Anderson, who are moving to Martinsburg.
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Patricia Dacre Morton
Winchester
Eng
American Association of University Women
Herberts. Larrick
Handley High School
Harrisonburg
Virginia Music Teachers’ Association
Arthur G. Jones Woolen Company
Coolidge
C. 8S. Lowry
School officials vow strict enforcement of new compulsory education law
Local school authorities announce that the new compulsory education law will be strictly enforced. Nemo writes in her weekly column that attendance and compliance will be monitored, signaling firm implementation across districts.
Local Wheat Prices Rise as Farmers Observe Market
Railroad workers threaten a wage strike while officials urge restraint. Farmers in Winchester report wheat at $2 per bushel amid tense economic talks. Patriotic services are planned Sunday night at First Baptist Church.
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Winchester
First Baptist Church
Rankin to Address Democrats of Ninth Virginia District
Congressman John Elliott Rankin of Mississippi will address the Democrats of the Ninth Virginia district at a Bristol convention Saturday. Flannagan invited Rankin to speak before mountain Democrats and assured him of a receptive audience. Rankin, a WWI veteran, lawyer, Methodist and Mason, will mark his 50th birthday on March 29.
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Washington
John Elliott Rankin
Mississippi
Virginia
Bristol
John W. Flannagan
Rankin
Representative Bankhead
Alabama
Flannagan
House
Don’t let them count you out tonic promise
A vintage health advertisement touts S.S.S. as a tonic to rebuild blood, raise hemoglobin, improve appetite and digestion, and enhance complexion. It claims 100 years of use, safety from fresh roots and herbs, and offers regular and double sizes for two weeks.
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S.S.S
Byrd and Peery Attend Bristol Convention in Virginia
The Bristol convention features ex Governor Harry F. Byrd, ex Congressman George C. Peery, E. R. Combs state comptroller, McCall Frazier motor vehicle commissioner, and W. H. Nickels state industrial commission chair. Flannagan seeks another term in Congress, a foregone conclusion after carrying the district in 1930 by a 6,558 vote majority.
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Bristol
Ara
Harry F. Byrd
George C. Peery
E. R. Combs
McCall Frazier
W. H. Nickels
State Industrial Commission
Flannagan
Congress
Local Market Report Highlights Prices for Cattle and Feed
Local market listings show cow and heifer prices near 65 to 66 per bag for certain feeds. Shelled corn and bran appear around 1.20 to 1.35 per unit while mixed feed ranges around 1.10 to 1.20. Butter and dairy products are listed with creamery butter at 30 and country butter at 27. Chickens, eggs, and calves appear in the agricultural market sections with multiple items and price points.
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IMO
Baltimore
Lse
Natex credited with ending sufferings says Vinton man
A long testimonial from J W Amos of Vinton praises Natex for restoring appetite digestion sleep and energy after years of stomach trouble gas constipation and pimples He claims Natex cleansed his blood cured ailments and left him as well as 36 years ago The ad promotes Natex sold at People’s Service Drug Store with druggists nationwide endorsement.
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Natex
People’s Service Drug Store
J. W. Amos
Vinton
Pation
People’s Service
Women urged to learn credit skills in local column
A women’s page urges readers to learn proper credit handling and budgeting. The author questions why men aren’t targeted for financial literacy and calls for inclusive financial education.
Inexpensive Rheumatism Cure Promises Fast Relief
The ad promotes Alleniu for 85 cents from Baker's Drug Store with a money back guarantee if pain and swelling are not halted in 48 hours. It touts uric acid removal within 24 hours and claims relief from sciatica neuritis and lumbago, promising rapid, joyful outcomes.
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Alleniu
Baker's Drug Store
Stanback Headache Powder Adclaims Relief Fast
An old advertisement touts Stanback Headache Powders promising quick relief from headaches and menstrual cramps. It claims effectiveness for neuralgia sore throat and muscle pains and notes the product contains no opium or codeine. The copy emphasizes prompt pleasant mood and general soreness relief.
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Gabe
Public sale of city dwelling in Winchester Virginia
By virtue of a trust dated April 2 1928 from Bessie V Adams et al recorded in Winchester Virginia the trustee will sell at public auction at the county courthouse at noon on Saturday April 2 1932 a lot with a frame dwelling No 440 on Highland Ave fronting 25 feet and depth 150 feet Terms require one fourth cash and balance in one two and three years via three bonds bearing 6 percent interest with deed of trust and property insurance waived Homestead exemption. Jas P Reardon trustee.
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Bessie V. Adams
Corporation Clerk’s
Winchester
County Court House
Highland Ave
JAS. P
Dividend Omission by B and O Directors
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad directors voted to omit the $1 quarterly dividend on the preferred stock amid a long price decline from 1932 highs. This marks the first preferred dividend omission since 1899, following the December 1931 omission of the common dividend.
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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company
Baltimore
Ohio
Fasteeth Keeps False Teeth Secure All Day
New powder Fasteeth prevents slipping or dropping without a pasty taste. Builds confidence for wearers from Baker's Store or any druggist. A physician notes that the age of rackets has vanished and the era of rackets has begun.
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Baker’s Store
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Penney
Coats
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Elsie Janis
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Twin’s Drug Store
Miller’s Drug Store
People’s Service Store
Berlin's Drug Store
Berryville, Va
Boyd's Drug Store
Baker’s Drug Store
Brook's Drug Store
Etta Kett
Caneman
Big Sister
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Don
Eddie
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OKEH
Jon
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Beth Wood
Beth
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