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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1921
Page
4
The fragment lists publishers and multiple paper names such as Morning News The Weekly News and The Weekly Mirror. It includes subscription pricing by mail and carrier, with annual and monthly rates in a Virginia edition. The text is partial but indicates a periodical distribution setup and pricing structure.
The Star Publishing Company publishes all communications to the paper not to individuals connected with the office. Associated Press material is fed for republication and credited accordingly.
Weather expert notes a unusually mild spring causing erratic temperatures across Maryland. Fruit growers fear damage from sudden changes in spring warmth and cold, with potential losses running into millions as crops suffer and markets brace for impact.
President appoints James Davis as director general of the railroad administration. Washington commentary argues for continuity and experienced officials like Hughes and Mellon to stabilize the new regime. Editorial voices urge the Democratic officers to remain in place to guide the transition amid a difficult period.
An old advertisement touts Dodson’s Liver Tone as a safer tonic than calomel for digestive ailments. It claims quick relief from nausea cramps and sluggish bowels, promising a no-salivation alternative and refunds if not effective. The page also notes local names visiting and small notices.
A prose poem by Walt Mason urges training the mind to pleasant thoughts and art to overcome gossip and distress. He emphasizes habit, imagination, and light imagery to soften pain and fear, concluding with a playful invite to a simple ride with loved ones.
Mrs. Lemuel Pugh remains ill. Cleo Bagent visited his parents Sunday. Rev. Samsell of Winchester led a meeting at Mount Hebron United Brethren Church this week. Eva Dolan and children visited her parents in Good, West Virginia. Hunter Cooper from Winchester visited his father John Dailey. Ira Eaton and Mrs. Ikins visited H. T. Bageant. Clark and Mason of Berkeley Springs opened a garage here Monday. Dr. Anderson vaccinated the school last week.
March 31 report from Marlboro lists R J Pangle of Baltimore visiting friends and relatives, Joel Beeler of Lebanon Church calling at J J Pangle's, H B Shull and R J J Pangle at Winchester, A D Cunningham of Winchester visiting J G Mitchell, M P Smith hosts, P R Crabill mentioned, Clagett return to Hamilton, Rev A A Kelley of Winchester visiting E J Brent, and Austin Crabill of Richmond visiting.
In Queen Ann County Virginia Colonial Dames plan a monument to Governor Spotswood the colonial era leader. A location at Swift Run Gap is chosen for the monument site with a corner stone laying ceremony to be attended by invited guests from Massachusetts.
The ad claims Freezone cures corns instantly by applying a small amount from a tiny bottle sold by druggists for a few cents. It promises removal of hard corns soft corns and those between toes without soreness or irritation.
W E Lemley aged about 78 died after a lingering illness at Rockingham Memorial Hospital last Saturday. Born April 29 1843 at Stephens City Frederick County he enlisted at 18 in the Forty eighth Virginia Infantry and served in Evans brigade until surrender April 9 1865. Surviving are three children Toler Co Lemley Mrs J S McNeil and Maude A Lemley of Harrisonburg Funeral services were held Monday at 3 pm at the Harrisonburg Methodist Church conducted by pastor H M Canter assisted by Reverend Walter Williams and Reverend B F Wilson D D.
Virginia welfare and prison reform workers gather in Norfolk at Epworth Church Community House for a statewide conference April 10. Richmond School of Social Work faculty lead daily classes on child work social hygiene and Virginia programs by American Red Cross. Hundreds from charitable groups across the state are expected for what officials call one of the largest meetings of its kind.
In Cumberland Maryland on March 31 a wholesale lumber dealer said rough lumber has fallen to pre war levels but retail quotes stay high. He cited freight rate hikes near 100 percent and labor costs as key obstacles to building. Cement and sandstone costs eased, yet brick and stone saw no notable drops.
A vintage advertisement promotes Cascarets as a pleasant overnight remedy for a sick or bilious stomach. Claims include active liver, clear head, sweet stomach, and regular bowels by morning without equipment or inconvenience. Boxes priced 10, 25, or 50 cents. children are urged to try the candy cathartic too.
Officials of the Pennsylvania Railroad and employee representatives opened an executive session in Pittsburgh on March 31 to discuss wage reductions for all employes and officials.
In midmorning trading prices in New York declined amid weak support and limited short covering. Extensions of early losses ranged from 1 to 2 points, with only a few issues bucking the trend such as Atlantic Gulf and the Narves line rising about 3 points. Call money opened at 6 percent while time funds stayed firm and scarce.
Public sale by trustee of a 134 acre Frederick County farm near Wadesville along Opequon Creek. Property includes dwelling, barn, out-buildings, 20 acres of wheat and rye, near railway, school, and church. Sale April 23 1921 at 12 noon with terms: one third cash day of sale, balance in two annual installments at 6 percent interest secured by deed of trust. Immediate possession to purchaser.
Notice of a public sale at 123 South Main Street on Friday April 1st at 10 a.m. featuring household furniture including beds dressers tables chairs couches lamps quilts and cooking utensils. Terms are cash. Sallie K Loker and Duvall Dunn Auctioneers handle the sale.
Mr. and Mrs Earl Toney who wintered in Florida and visited Earl Toney's father E K J Dunlap for several days left this morning by automobile for their home in Baton Ohio.
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