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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1924
Page
5
Bristol reports a horned hoofed half man creature near Blountville sparking war talk with Winchester. Officials doubt the tale’s truth calling it propaganda and urging recantation, as Bristol and surrounding areas seek to avert hostilities.
Thousands of overfat people slim by Marmola Prescription Tablets, billed as harmless fat reducers that require no exercise or starvation. Priced at one dollar per box, available from druggists or mailed directly from the Marmola Co. in Detroit, Michigan.
In Armel Virginia on March 27 Mr William Rosen lay critically ill at his home near ree. J R Affleck and family visited relatives at White Post on Sunday Rev and Mrs J C Hogees were in Winchester afternoon at the home of G W Haymaker on Thursday. The stork visited the home of Mr and Mrs Harry Ritter last Friday night and left a fine baby boy. Both mother and son are doing nicely. Local people regretted very much
The column lists visits by Niness of Winchester mailcarrier Mr R A Grim and others. Rosenberry of Wesning, Mr John of Sooscareti visited Rosenberry last week. Mrs W R Armel of Winchester stayed with relatives. Jesse Dellinger recovers from a heavy cold. Misses Brown of Ids town W Va visit sister Mrs Harry Ritter.
March 27 notes show Mrs. Harry Elliott of Berryville visiting her parents. Elwood Elyetts has a severe cold. Mr and Mrs G B Welsh hosted friends with Mr and Mrs gar Pugh. James W remains at home recovering. Howard Whetzel is indisposed. Miss Bruce Castleman of Blayce visited Grantham Welsh's home. friends welcome her back.
March 27 social roundup lists Miss Lela Ludwig visiting Strasburg relatives. Mr and Mrs James J Lagarton back from Daytona Florida with daughter Mrs Albert Conn. Miss Sophie Clark of near Strasburg visited parents. S Larrick returns to Washington after visit. J L Krider of Baltimore spent weekend in town. Rev Franker preached at Grace M E Church South. Miss Sadie Larrick visiting relatives in Mason Dixon PA. T Y Conway vacationing in New York. Miss Rebecca Delinger of Waterlick visited Mrs T W Campbell.
Reliance Virginia report notes Mrs. Burt Headley remains quite ill. Last week her nine children visited for the first reunion in years. Mr. W. W. Tanner of Gladys was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Headley last Friday and Saturday, with W. C. Cooley visiting on the same weekend.
Mr and Mrs R KR Stickley were Sunday visitors at a home near Strasburg. Cal Stickley and Willey were among those calling, while Mrs Co WwW er hosted callers in Strasburg on Monday afternoon.
Richmond March 27. Important decisions by the Chairman favored the Game and Inland Fisheries Department in the special legislative committee's probe into charges that state funds were wasted. Chairman Willis ruled Gordon was not prosecuting counsel but representing Senator Stubbs, and that the committee sat in a special capacity. Evidence on general conduct of Commissioner Lee would not be admitted, and examination of the witness lasted only minutes before adjournment, with cross examination to resume tomorrow.
A WWI veteran group presents a Poppy Memorial pin to President Calvin Coolidge at the White House. Delegation led by General Lloyd M Brett witnesses Captain Homes Carroll of Admiral Peary Post accept the decoration. The pin, crafted by disabled veterans at the VFW Buddy Factory in Pittsburgh, honors the president.
Honolulu march 27 three army aviators were killed today and one injured when a Martin bomber taking off from lake five struck an air pocket and crashed bursting into flames.
Federal grand jury returns indictments charging Representative John W. Langley of Kentucky and Millard F. West with conspiracy to interfere with government operations. Four other defendants are named as participants in plans to move whiskey from a distillery warehouse to Union Drug Co. through four overt acts starting in 1921. Langley, long serving chair of the House Public Buildings and Grounds Committee, denies guilt as Rep Burton of Ohio leads congressional probes into Chicago grand jury findings.
The committee has held a public hearing and formally examined witnesses. It will continue its investigation into charges against Mr Langley and potential related matters before Chicago or Washington grand juries. It has not yet decided whether open hearings will be held.
Richmond March 27 The State Corporation Commission announced a statewide inquiry into motor vehicle carriers to ensure certificates and regulations are followed. Commissioner Shumake said supervisors will visit all regions to cite carriers not complying and bring actions for cause if needed.
Paris March 27 M Poincare informs resident Millerand he accepts task of resuming work on forming the new government. After talks with Parliament he signals a plan for a lean cabinet with reduced ministries and many undersecretaries cut, aiming to stabilize economy and political situation.
Atlanta March 27 1923 report from Southern Railway System Safety Department states 18 310 013 passengers rode trains in 1923 with no deaths or injuries from accidents or negligence. Passenger handling rose by 641 408 over 1922 and average travel distance per passenger grew from 62.17 to 68.5 miles as 177 732 trains operated, up from prior year.
Richmond March 27 Governor Trinkle set aside the week beginning April 1 as Agricultural Independence Week. The aim is to urge farmers bankers and business men to boost production of food and feed on the farm to meet state needs.
Governor Trinkle appoints Joseph C Taylor as judge of Law and Equity Court Part Two in Richmond with unanimous bar endorsement. Condemnation orders by Judge McDowell will add about 190000 acres of Shenandoah forest lands in Rockingham and nearby counties to the National Forest Reserve for preservation.
An advertisement reports Vendol as a healer for nerves digestion and kidney function, claiming rapid relief from stomach troubles gas and dizziness. It features testimonials from a user near Route 1 Box Va praising improved sleep appetite and energy after one week, urging readers to try free samples.
The text outlines Omar Khayyam as an astrologer and scholar who contributed to algebra and geometry. It notes his work on binomial expansion for positive integral powers and references a connection to Newton in the context of the binomial theorem.
Fragmentary notes describe the mosquito as a dangerous creature affecting many people yearly. The text references India and fear driven by superstitions, suggesting health and fear factors linked to outbreak concerns.
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