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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1927
Page
4
The Evening Star Winchester Virginia issues daily except Sunday and lists subscription rates for various periods. The paper consolidates with local papers and is a member of the Associated Press with exclusive rights to AP dispatches and local news.
The Mississippi river valley disaster grows and the Red Cross calls for ten million dollars to aid home refugees now numbering over 200,000. The first five million has been subscribed and the appeal urges immediate personal contributions to provide adequate relief to victims of property loss and disease.
Citizens are urged to pay poll taxes by May 7 to preserve voting rights in county offices House of Delegates and State Senate elections. Saturday is the final day for payment to be eligible for the fall primary and general selections.
Community members propose a four or five team summer league in Winchester. The plan calls for service clubs fraternal orders and other groups to organize teams and play regular games, seen as a strong start for local baseball.
An Ernest Starr anthropologist and former University of Chicago professor argues modern youth threaten civilization citing jazz and thrills as signs of a third lack of discipline. Yale Dean Clarence Mendell counters youth today not worse than yesterday, while others align with either view.
Visitors to the National Parks visit Alexandria in the late 19th century era. Officials from local authorities and park services note growing interest in public recreation.
The United States park system added 32 monuments and saw a rise of 260 243 from the prior year. Public pride grows as road and trail construction continues, bringing new routes for visitors. Future additions include Blue Ridge Virginia and Great Smokies North Carolina.
John Archer Carter of the Richmond News Leader writes of spring beauty, noting how each tree shows its own shade of green. He recalls driving through a valley with dogwoods glowing and a dust haze, calling the scene Lori's wood from Dear Brutus and an enchanted forest with troubadours and mythical creatures.
Richmond Labor Herald argues for press independence and warns against political pressure from President Coolidge in foreign policy. The piece calls for a free press that can think and tell the truth, remaining free from partisan demands.
Boyd R Richards declares his bid for the House of Delegates subject to the Democratic primary on August 2, 1927.
Reward offered for information on a stolen 1925 Ford Touring with license number 204370 reported from East Piccadilly Street. Incident date noted as 4-30-61. contact T. M. Funkhouser of Mount Jackson Virginia for tips.
The author argues the United States should defend American ideals, not push policies as ultimatums. They warn against aligning with powers hostile to Chinese nationalism and urge an impartial fact check on the Nanking events, noting ongoing disputes and questioning the outcome of current hardline moves. The piece cites a New York World editorial on how ultimata fuel China turmoil.
Mount Pleasant Virginia May 3. Mr and Mrs Venner Milhon visiting Mrs Milhons parents Mr and Mrs A Seeecare. Miss Pearl Cochran spent a day with her mother Mrs Alice Cochran and Mrs Raymond Racey and children spent a night with the former's parents Mr and Mrs Asa S Racey. Mr Clarence Cochran was calling Frisby Racey on Sunday evening. Frisby Racey called on his brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs Venner Milhon last Wednesday night and also Mr Clarence Cochran. Mr A S Racey was calling on his daughter last Friday evening. Miss Pearl Cochran called on her cousin Mrs Venner Milhon last Tuesday evening. Mr and Mrs Maynard Racey and Mr Miller Rosenberger called on Mr and Mrs A S Racey Wednesday. brother Mr Raymond Racey one day last week.
A commentary notes that fame invites gossip about servants and household staff, highlighting how public interest distorts private lives and feeds tabloid curiosity.
The text states that a few emeralds are found in South America while the bulk of the world supply comes from the Ural mountains in Russia where most of the world platinum is also produced.
An advertisement touts Groves Tasteless Chill Tonic as a strengthening invigorating tonic. It highlights color return and vigor for the reader, describing the product as a reliable tonic available at 60¢.
A nursery tree bearing nuts displayed in a tub at Winchester Fair last year with an exhibit of nuts in McVicar's Grocery Store window. Noted for shade and ease of cracking. Offers a catalogue from Sunny Ridge Nursery Round Hills Virginia.
Administrator C Fred Barr offers three race horses including Peter Point er and Jess M. plus surkeys and race horse equipment. Sale scheduled Saturday May 7 at 1 PM at W T Walls warehouse N Market St Annapolistan. Admr 5 2 51.
Kansas City homemaker Mrs. Margaret Burton shares her personal journey from nervous strain to motherhood. She urges married women to write for her confidential advice on happiness, offering guidance without charge and promising privacy.
A historical beekeeping manuscript has been found and turned over to Cornell University. A scientist predicts future girls of 2000 will have hoofs and jazz bands will feature horns, reflecting a mix of speculation and science in the era.
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