This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 9 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1925
Page
7
Readable text shows a pricing note offering 19 cents per yard for fabric yardage and 15 cents per yard for curtain scrim with a special value of 8 cents per yard. This items list emphasizes low prices and bulk textile discounts.
In Dusseldorf on May 7 the Associated Press reports a major German policy struggle. Supporters of high tariffs warn continued reparations keep costs high and risk dumping, while customs union advocates argue Germany should abolish barriers to win broader market access and revive industry through mutual concessions.
Beauty and science authorities are questioned as a supposed method promises permanent root removal for face arms and legs. The product allegedly dissolves hair roots with a cream that lifts hair and leaves skin clear and smooth. It is sold by dealers with a guarantee of no regrowth, though details are vague and marketing heavy.
May 6 social roundup lists visits among Larrick Orn doff Foster and Clouser families in Hogue Creek area. Nearby residents from Winchester Highview and Page county appear, with multiple calls on Orndoff, McFarland and Bayliss households. A Mt Olive Sunday school and prayer gathering May 10 invite the community.
Mexico City reports a 10 percent postage hike to fund efforts against a locust plague sweeping Tehuantepec and northern west regions. The move aims to boost revenue for road building and public works, while broader fiscal measures seek to balance the treasury and reduce deficits.
A bill introduced in Florida could make teaching evolution unlawful in public schools and state supported institutions. The measure would prohibit teaching the theory of evolution and disqualify teachers found guilty from teaching in the state.
At the regular monthly meet the Civic League decided to award prizes for best flower boxes and floral displays. Details of the prizes will be published. Entries should be sent to the Civic League promptly with names. prizes will be awarded in early September.
RIGA May 7 Maisnikoff a Shevist commissary once tasked to kill Grand Duke Michael is reported dead in an accident while on the royal assassination mission. He allegedly reached the grand duke by claiming to be sent by secret aristocrats to Siberia and beyond. British secretary Harry Johnston warned his employe. Maisnikoff and the grand duke’s secretary were in two cars near a forest when agents reportedly murdered them.
London fashionists push a rainbow patent leather trend this spring with beetle wing inspired shoes. Modistes cafe owners and trendsetters tout iridescent surfaces in greens blues and pinks for daytime and evening wear. The look aims to replace white buckskin in summer though comfort in heat remains a concern.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.