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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1917
Page
3
Westminster Gazette notes Cherrapunji, a hill village in Assam, reports ten weeks of rain totaling 250 inches this year. The site, famed as Asia’s rainiest spot, averages over 450 inches annually, about fifteen times London’s rainfall, perched on a plateau above Sylhet plain at about 450 feet.
Fragmentary text shows a dialogue about an author Fu ripides, a young Akaa, and a mis-typed heading Proposed encagement wording appears in the garbled, untranslated excerpt with references to papers and a heading Basiftss.
Agricultural expert J. B. Norton outlines essentials for profitable asparagus farming. Emphasizes drainage and near markets, stock selection, rooting depth, seed bed timing, weed and pest controls, fertilization, and room for future yields.
The narrative argues that in draft horses size matters little without agility. Proper action, clean bold movement, and straight, smooth footwork maximize efficiency. Long ground covering strides trump high knee action, with the walk being the key gait for snappy, true performance.
A practical guide to starting pure bred hogs with cheap gift stock and a plan to raise two litters yearly. Use the boar on sows and sows next fall and the following year, aiming for ten to twelve pure bred sows and gifts ready to breed. Well-chosen stock can cover initial costs and boost profit.
Early March is best for pruning fruit trees in the north. Use shoot waste to stimulate trees, and apply wood ashes to cranberries strawberries watermelons and potatoes. Grapevines: sixty buds yield about 150 bunches. fewer buds suit weaker growth. For tree wounds use white lead mixed with raw linseed oil. If heavy snow or ice threatens berry bushes knock off loose heft to prevent breakage.
The Valley Turnpike Directors discuss control of Main Street Harrisonburg and a new 17 year contract. The city would get 720 dollars yearly for street maintenance and road within city limits. Both sides seek to avoid trolley franchises and court disputes over traffic control.
Reported lines from Berlin claim northern Monastir attacks by Entente forces have been repulsed. Allied offensives in Macedonia continue as Central Powers hold ground despite persistent pressure.
The Baltimore Southern Methodist report from Middletown and Stephens City notes a pleasant year with revival efforts and spiritual awakenings. It reports substantial additions to the church membership amid some tension as strongholds of sin were challenged.
Nostalgic editorial-style warning promotes California Syrup of Pigs as a preferred laxative for children and adults. It contrasts harsh traditional medicines with the pleasant tasting remedy, urging mothers to buy the genuine product and beware counterfeits.
Public sale by heirs of Jas M Painter on March 21 1917 at 10 a m at the deceased's late residence near Kidinburg Virginia. 235 acre river bottom tract on Valley Turnpike three miles from Woodstock and two miles from Ndinburg with 11 room house barn and water. Also offering several good horses. Adm's Joseph and Samuel Painter.
The article promotes the external preparation Mothers Friend to ease the tightening and strain on abdominal tissues before birth. It claims safety and effectiveness, endorsing a physician formed formula and urging expectant mothers to begin use at the start of abdominal expansion.
The church notes strong preaching attendance with many young people and community members. Sunday school reports substantial progress with several scholars uniting with the church during the year.
Officials ban a robe being removed until race start with an attendant holding the garment behind the swimmer. The swimmer then dives from the robe as the start occurs.
A note on carnations surpassing roses in ongoing appeal, challenging the idea that flowers exist only for a summer moment. Displays claim carnations bloom year round, enhancing gardening zest and enjoyment.
An old advertisement extols Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound as a cure for gray hair dandruff and itching. It claims darkening effect, thickness and luster with daily use and a 50 cent bottle bought at drug stores.
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