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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1928
Page
2
Virginia appeal urges residents to pay capitation taxes by May 6 to be eligible for the June 19 special election on constitutional amendments and the November 6 election. Keezell notes two important elections and stresses registration and tax payment for 1925 1927 assessments.
The article discusses a June 19 election not political in nature, highlighting Byrd programs of economy and progress. It notes a revenue deficit shift to a surplus, abolition of the real estate tax, and substantial sums returned to Valley counties. It quotes Republican candidates and mentions the Citizens Committee of 88 and legislative votes.
A speaker urges voters to study the amendments and participate in the November election. He stresses efficiency and modernization of methods as key to welfare and advises ensuring qualification before next Sunday. George B. Kelzell signs the appeal.
A wide list of firms and companies from various regions contributed to the festival fund, including W Charles Hellmuller Co, Hinde & Dandi Paper Co, Levering Bros, Illinois Glass Co, National Ammonia Co, Nivison Weiskoff Co, Rochester Rex Co, Seaboard Brass & Copper Co, Texas Co, Tygart Valley Glass Co, and Williamsport Paper Co, among others. The notice catalogues donors from manufacturing, banking, paper, cooperage, and related industries.
Daily wholesale prices show ranges for flour, corn, bran, mixed feed, middlings, scratch, and various poultry items. Figures include flour per barrel at 8.50 to 9.00 and poultry prices from 7 to 50 dollars per unit, with other feed items in a similar per ton or per unit format.
Corrected market list shows butter at 2.40 to 2.50 per pound creamery, country butter 2.00 to 2.10, flour barrels 9.50 to 10.00, 12-pound sacks 0.65, and grains with corn 6.25. Livestock prices include old hens 6.80, spring chickens 4.00, cattle calves and lambs listed, hay 14.00 to 17.00, and miscellaneous feeds priced across the board.
The Standard Oil Company funds large multi column ads across newspapers to promote the Apple Festival in Winchester Virginia. The campaign builds on last year’s pre festival push and showcases an apple tree in bloom beside a scenic road to lure motorists to celebrate spring and visit the Shenandoah Valley.
The Standard touring service claims it helped over 25,000 travelers last year and offers road advice by letter or wire. A coupon can bring you a free road plan, guiding you to the right roads and stations for a safe trip.
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