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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1923

Page

7

Public Auction of Winchester Real Estate under Lillard decree

Special Commissioner Herbert S. Larrick will sell two parcels of realty in Winchester Virginia by public auction on May 26 1923 at 11 o clock AM in front of the County Court House. Lot A in Frederick County includes 6.8 acres with a two story dwelling, Lot B is 8 East Germain street Winchester. Terms: one third cash, balance in two yearly installments secured by bonds deed of trust and insurance. Clerk J B Beverley certifies bond. 5-2-3wks.

Lata Spat County Winchester Frederick County John H. C. Clayton East Germain Street P. Lillard Ella L. Lillard Harley B. Sell Corporation Clerk’s City of P.lillard

Obituary of Captain William Chipley from 1811 clipping

The Star reproduces an 1811 obituary for Captain William Chipley a Revolutionary War soldier from Winchester. It honors his patriotism long service to the nation and his family while noting his death at 72 after a brief illness. The tribute places his life in the context of American liberty and providential government.

Winschester William Chipley Stephens City Star Marion P. Chipley Charlotte N. C Winchester Virginia William Chipley America

New Pastor to Be Installed at Center Ry Reformed Church

Rev F R Casgil will be officially installed as pastor of Center ry Reformed Church tonight under the Virginia Classis. The ceremony begins at 8 oclock with Rev A M Gluck Rev S A Flickinger and Robert L Love directing. Out of town ministers are noted for their speaking ability and special music will be performed. The public is invited to attend.

F. R. Casgil

Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Claims 98 Percent Benefit

A Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co advertisement cites a survey of 100 women about Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. It states 98 percent reported benefit or restoration to health for ailments peculiar to women, urging others to try the remedy.

Lydia Pinkham Lydia BE Pinkham Medicine Co Lyntt Mass

Mrs Helen Pollard Granted Absolute Divorce in Virginia

Richmond Va May 2 Mrs Helen Gray Pollard has been granted an absolute divorce from Thomas Pollard, a real estate and insurance agent, in Chancery Court of Richmond. Judge William A Moncure sealed the decree terms, noting the bill alleged a statute offense around March 20 1921 in King William county. Pollard was acquitted in Hastings two months ago on a charge involving Thelma Ham Richardson.

Richmond Helen Gray Pollard Chancery Thomas Pollard William A. Moncure King William Pollard Hastings Thelma Ham Richardson

Imagination Laxatives Lose Real Benefit in Medicine

The text argues that most medicines, aside from a few with laxative effects, offer little real benefit and act mainly on imagination. It notes even seemingly effective remedies are scarce.

No Need To Extol Saving and Thrift

A government savings plan helps individuals save in small sums and grow them toward a fair competence. The booklet from the U S government savings system explains treasury savings certificates and other gilt edged securities in clear language and is mailed free to readers who write to the Treasury Department in Washington.

United States Treasury Savings Government Savings System Treasury Department Washington

National Avenue Store Changes Hands

Mr J P Chamberlin and wife sold their National Avenue grocery to Mr B A Grayson of Keyser West Virginia who took charge May 1. Grayson, son in law of Rev S R Ludwig, moved his family to town. the Chamberlins plan to move to an eighty five acre Carroll County Maryland farm soon. They will stay in Winchester a few months more.

J. P. Chamberlin National Avenue B. A. Grayson Keyser Wa. Va Grayson Mr. Grayson Rev S. R. Ludwig WU. B. Parsonage Ludwig Chamberlin Carroll County Maryland

Public sale of two parcels in Frederick County

By virtue of two deeds of trust dated 1913 and 1914, D M Morgan and wife to C B Whitacre and D B Whitacre, trustees, the sale of two parcels is set for May 11 at 11 A M on the premises. Parcel one covers about half an acre with store house granary and barn near North Western grade, near Back Creek. parcel two is about 35 acres northeast of Gore, adjoining Wm E Smith F A McKee and Smith heirs, with bearing orchard. Terms: one third cash on sale day, balance in one and two years, with interest and security by trust and insurance on buildings.

D. M. Morgan C. B. Whitacre Frederick County D. B. Whitacre Back Creek Gore Wm. E. Smith F. A. McKee Wm. Smith

Century Club Hostess Mrs. Baker Recalls Gathering

Mrs. Louis L. Baker entertained Century Club members at her North Braddock street home yesterday afternoon, hosting a cordial social gathering for the organization.

Louis L. Baker Century Club North Braddock Street

Club readings feature American authors and sketches

Various members presented readings and brief sketches of American authors. Refreshments were served during the afternoon.

Capon Bridge Local Items and Weekend Notes

Rain blessed Capon Bridge area Saturday as residents enjoyed events and visits. Rumors of new car ownership, sermons by Rev. Good, and a near accident prompted by a dropped axle were followed by evangelists Doublas and Stone drawing a large Sunday night crowd.

Good M.E Mr. Good Romney Lelia Wolford Winchester J. B. Sirbaugh Cunningham Shepherdstown Frank Schaffenaker J. S. Offutt Turner Sirbough Harry Hiett Capon Bridge

Mrs. H. Clay Krebs Returns to North Braddock Street

Mrs. H. Clay Krebs, who has spent part of the winter in Philadelphia with her daughter Mrs. E. Clay Krebs, has returned and reopened the North Braddock street apartment. She was accompanied by Mrs. Krebs' daughter-in-law, also of Philadelphia, who spent several days in the city.

H. Clay Krebs P. M. Chandler Philadelphia North Braddock Street E. Clay Krebs

Prevention Tips When Ill With Cold Or Headache

A doctors note advises precaution against pneumonia during colds and fever. It recommends cleansing the digestive system with laxatives like castor oil, strengthening with a herbal tonic named Golden Glames, and using anti uric acid remedies from Dr. Pierce's Laboratory after medical self care.

Dr. Pierce N.Y

Wilkes-Barre Officials Travel to Winchester Guests

Mr and Mrs Lewis P Knitter former Mayor and Sheriff of Wilkes Barre Pa motored to Winchester on the way to Atlantic City and are guests of Mr and Mrs T Ritter south of Winchester on the trip.

Lewis P. Knitter Wilkesmorre Pa Winchester New Day Atlantic T. Ritter Winchester

Also Mentioned on This Page

Skill Craft Clothes Shop N. Main Street the People’s Drug Co., Inc The Progressive Drug Store the Nathanson the Rug Store the League Shoe Store East Piccadilly Street R. M. Swimley Stearns’ Electric Spe 1 Ella Lillard Herbert Rrick Admr Corporation Court Herbert S. Larrick Robert T. Barton J. B. Beverley Corporation Court of Tom Pollard Batiste F. S. Emmertson & Co Richard E. Thibaut Niagara Blue Ribbon N. G. Hottle S. Main St Molly Pitcher Gingham Iaterco Moling & Seal Capon. Bridge W.va Benjamin Lockhart Thas John, Nixon Evelyn D. B. Haines A. C. Lovett Lee H. Smith, M. D
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