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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1924
Page
5
Reports from press correspondents in the nearby eastern city say two more metropolitan newspapers will consolidate within weeks. Merger plans are being worked out and expected to complete by the latter part of May due to ongoing inability to cover running expenses.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces an examination to fill a rural carrier position at Kernstown with potential future rural route vacancies. The June 14 exam will be held in Winchester. Form 1977 and applications are available from the vacancy office or the Civil Service Commission in Washington, D. C. Applicants must bring unmounted photos taken within two years.
Russell Jenkins of Front Royal Virginia, wanted on a court sentence, was arrested in Martinsburg after a brief chase and returned to Front Royal. Sheriff Collins and Constable Wilson led the capture.
A meeting of the Ladies' National Memorial Association will be held at 7 30 o clock Tuesday evening May 6 at the home of Mrs W R Willis to name arrangements for the annual observance of Decoration day at the National Cemetery on Friday May 20.
Handley High beat Chambersburg High 6 to 2 in the Cumberland Valley League opener. Hockman pitched seven innings, Patton finished with three hitless innings and five strikeouts. Handley scored in the first, added three in the second, and led the rest of the game. Next home game is against V V A at the ball park.
An old ad urges readers to ask their dealer for Valley Belle Bread during Hot Water Week in Winchester from May 17 to 24. The message repeats the slogan twice, emphasizing the promotional event and dates.
A housewife from Fisherville, Mrs. Frank Painter, describes severe weakness, headaches, indigestion, and nervous symptoms before using Vendor. She reports recovery after treatment, calling herself a "new woman." Vendor is sold in local drug stores and advertised as a cure for stomach and liver disorders.
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