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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1929
Page
4
The fragmentary notice appears from the Weekly 78ewan era source, noting a newspaper page item from a weekly Times style publication. The readable text includes brands or titles but lacks full context to identify a specific event or outcome.
A devotional fragment presents Lamentations 5 21 and a prayer line about thoughts and God making known. The text emphasizes turning to the Lord and renewing days as of old with a personal religious meditation.
The rise in American apple exports sustains Virginia growers by sending about a quarter of the season’s crop overseas. Through March 16 nearly 7 million barrels or 20 percent of the crop have shipped, with England Germany and Holland key buyers and foreign firms increasingly purchasing barreled Virginia apples. Virginia’s grading law boosts reliable pack quality aiding foreign demand.
General Lejeune, former United States Marine Corps commander, with board approval, expected to accept the Virginia Military Institute superintendent role. The appointment, described as a formality, ties a famed military tradition to civilian service across professions.
Petersburg Progress Index argues the Newark airplane disaster that killed 14 will not halt aviation growth. It compares early auto and rail accidents to aviation, noting progress continued despite past crashes and suggesting a 12 minute flight may deter some, but overall industry will endure.
In Leesburg editorial tone, spring is praised as nature's spur for energy and ambition. The piece links spring fever to renewed resolutions, creativity, and the urge to seek change, work, and new experiences across life and work.
The Virginia annual health report says typhoid deaths fell to 154 last year, a record low by both count and rate. From 586 deaths in 1914 to 212 in 1924 and 175 in 1927, progress credited to public education, sanitation, and the State Board of Health along with local physicians.
Major General John Archer Lejeune is set to succeed William H. Cocke as superintendent at the Y M L Richmond. The selection marks a transfer of leadership in the organization, with Lejeune praised for administrative and military track record.
Roanoke Times notes the death of Marshal Ferdinand Foch commander of the Allied armies in World War I. The article reflects on his pivotal role and enduring legacy in securing allied victory and the global mourning that follows his passing.
In his later years he remained a simple, kind man whose unfailing consideration for others endeared him to the French people. The grief over his passing is described as genuine and universal throughout France.
The Atchison Globe summarizes Lord Birkenhead’s Cosmopolitan forecast that in a century people may work two hours daily live to 150 cure all diseases and perfect climates. It notes such predictions seem laughable today yet no one now declares them impossible.
The author notes a growing Scottish nationalist movement but doubts it will embarrass London. If realized, Scotland could gain Ulster-like autonomy yet fear remains over debt, a separate tax system, and costly administration. A Scottish government would claim more revenue than Scotland currently contributes to the UK treasury.
The tongue is the busiest muscle in the body and depends on healthy teeth for full function. It speaks, sings, and swallows with precision, while decayed teeth threaten tongue movement and comfort. The note urges proper dental care to protect this essential organ.
The sermon argues that Christianity introduced organized wealth sharing to aid the poor. It highlights Paul's funds to Jerusalem, the joy of giving, and the illusion of wealth as personal ownership. The preacher critiques money-focused worship and urges faith backed by generosity.
The State Commission on Conservation and Development plans spring and summer marker placements in Accomac and Northampton counties and along highway 13 in Chesterfield and Powhatan counties near Farmville. Markers will honor Black Heath Salisbury where Patrick Henry lived as governor, Bellona Arsenal, the Midlothian mines, Powhatan courthouse, and Bizarre John Randolph Roanoke in his youth.
The Star presents wholesale and retail quotations for grains, animal products, and dairy. Wheat corn and middlings prices are listed with varied figures. chickens butter and cattle values are shown. local and Baltimore wholesale markets are reported with closing-day adjustments.
Tom Mix stars as a marshal in disguise chasing narcotics smugglers. A white mule leads him toward a secret gold mine, with a modern airplane sequence delivering the big thrill as Dorothy Dwan's character hopes her grandfather’s mine is found.
The Philadelphia Inquirer suggests the Senate would demand reservations if asked to ratify the Ten Commandments, warning that enforcement would create risk and require safeguards.
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