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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1930
Page
4
Advertisement text shows newspaper imprint with publication note for The Evening News Co. of Winchester. Subscription rates listed by mail and carrier for various durations. National advertising reps are Devine Tenney Corporation in New York Des Moines Chicago.
The fragment notes that Associated Press content is exclusive for reporting and not to be redistributed by others, indicating control over news articles and usage restrictions. It references Senate and defense topics but lacks full context or details.
A religious text fragment reflecting on faith charity and spiritual gifts from First Corinthians. It discusses love enduring beyond tongues knowledge prophecy and the coming perfection. A prayer thanks God for earthly love and guidance in faith.
Richmond Times Dispatch hosts Garden Week drawing thousands from across the continent for tours of historic Virginia estates including Stratford and the Lee family birthplace. Proceeds support restoration of the Stratford garden, adding cultural significance for Virginians and visitors alike.
Richmond News Leader reflects on Robert Bridges as poet laureate and survivor of the king's troubadour tradition. It notes his blend of fancy and duty, his focus on technique and rare popular appeal, and mentions notable works like Awake My Heart and My Delight and Thyme as among the few widely known pieces.
A literary fragment questions which author among Walter de la Mare and peers wrote a commemorative sonnet for the Theatre of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Bridges, Houseman, Yeates, and Stephens are considered. Yeates and Stephens are identified as Irish.
Virginia announces a new Du Pont cellulose plant to convert wood pulp into cello phane wrapping material. The facility, near Ampthill between Richmond and Petersburg, will employ about 400 and start production around January 1.
Martial viewers who rarely attend films may see unusual cinema this year with the June release of With Mander Byrd at the South Pole. Expert cameramen accompanied the Byrd expedition from start to finish, shooting hundreds of thousands of feet of film now being edited.
Quotation from Mrs. Osgood urges steadfast effort under adversity. It stresses not yielding to weariness, and maintaining a stout heart and firm will in the face of sorrow. The message promotes perseverance through trials.
The famed key to the Bastille, presented to George Washington by General Lafayette, is displayed at Mount Vernon highlighting a historic gift. The artifact is shown in a public exhibition marking Washington’s revolutionary era connection.
A vintage diet ad touts Kruschen Salts as a fat loss method claiming 20 pounds fat reduction and increased vitality. It promises energy, clearer skin, and sharper minds after taking half a teaspoon in hot water each morning, with an 85 cent bottle lasting four weeks.
A Richmond News Leader piece cites Rev Dr F T McPaden praising men's civic and fraternal clubs. It notes Mexico revolutionists near end of resistance and Kiwanis statistics: 1 766 clubs with 101 000 members. Miss Mary Jo Matthews, Queen Shenan IV, receives a film offer.
Miss Elizabeth Kern becomes the towns first woman post master. A police call system soon to be in operation. Dad Ryan launches a public campaign for Shenandoah Valley Inc. Heavy fines to farmers allowing stock to graze highways. Wheat sells at 1 65 per bushel.
In a spring matchup, Washington routed the Philadelphia Athletics 9 to 1. The report notes a Northern war headline tone while detailing a local sale of picnic hams for 11 cents by T. M. Barr and a major fire at Oxnard Stables near Upperville that destroyed many horses valued at $30,000.
Boyce Agricultural High School seniors ready for their annual dramatic spectacle set for Friday night May 9 in the Parish Hall. The youthful comedy lines will greet the audience as the seniors present the show.
Nurses favor MELLOGLO French process face powder for its claimed purity and skin comfort. The ad from Baker's Drug Store touts long wear, shine control, and complexion benefits, urging customers to try MEELLO GLO powder.
The establishment of the Order of the Garter is debated among authorities. Selden places its origin on April 23, 1344 while Nichol or Ane attributes it to 1847 and Ashmole provides other attributions.
Two miles out, a prime land parcel offers a best of land setting with striking scenery and appealing natural surroundings for prospective buyers seeking a picturesque escape.
Sheriff Luther Pannett of Frederick County Virginia advertises an auction of 1 share of Peoples Bank of Stephens City stock 1 share of Local Telephone Company stock with terms of sale cash Brumback as auctioneer. Date code 30-81.
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