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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1921
Page
4
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A reflective verse by Walt Mason contemplates aging, creative effort, and the satisfaction of a life spent in toil. It contrasts personal achievement with others’ pursuits, noting the peaceful, retrospective view of a life’s journey and the value of authentic toil.
May reports from Washington note a spring fashion surge lifting silk stocking makers as demand soars. Mercerized and lisle hosiery lag, cotton stocks remain at about a third of normal, while Philadelphia strikes push Readings district mills to cap orders.
The Seventh Day Adventists of Virginia announce a ten day tent gathering in Richmond from May 1 to June 5. Clergymen from the denomination will attend from across the state to support the program. Elders and church leaders from Chicago and North America lead outreach, with home missions and related departments involved.
Boyce section notes show Rev B D Chambers returning from Warm Randolph and another staff member moving to Ate. The brief item lists personnel changes in a compact local note.
A series of social visits and funeral attendance is noted across Baltimore and nearby towns. Mr John Smith and family visit Mrs P H Smith in Baltimore. Barrs from Steph ens City spend time with Carpers. Jolliffes return to Sparrow's Point after funeral services for S H Jolliffe.
Daily market prices show country butter and creamery butter and dairy items at varying rates. Pork, hams, and cheese are listed alongside grains, flour, and screenings with noted price ranges and a Baltimore market update.
For sale 50 acres limestone farm on Mac Adam Road with bank barn eight room dwelling and outbuildings. Main Street block of four dwellings six rooms each with cellars alleys sewer water in each. Whole price about 6000 dollars. Interested buyers seek building site or investment to increase value.
An old health ad touts Pepto Mangan as boosting red blood cells and energy. It attacks weak appetite and dull looks, claiming the remedy keeps "full blooded" people vigorous and capable in work and play, with physician endorsement and availability in all drug stores.
The Red Cross reports from the Public Health Service that May 12, Florence Nightingale’s birthday, is designated National Hospital Day. About 8,000 U S hospitals will open to the public with guides. Nurses and soldier patients are highlighted as the day’s features. Visitors are urged to visit or send flowers or smokes to hospital friends.
On the rain soaked Saturday the Winchester Gun Club held its weekly shoot with nine members present. Scores were led by B. Stickley and J. Beverley Jr each at 100 90 and 100 30 respectively, followed by Chapman 100 1, Buckley 100 84, Seabright 50 43, Athey 50 42, Lamp 50 32, and Oates 50 27.
Grimes Va May 7 Mrs Ida B Taylor spent last week in Winchester with relatives and friends. Mr Mathew Kersole Sr and Miss Elsie Pennington of Greenwood visited Mrs D H Hensell. Little Mary Lindamood has had the mumps here. Mrs James A Grimes spent the afternoon Monday with Mrs G A. Mrs Wesley Aleshire spent the afternoon Monday with Mrs Good. George Taylor here Monday for work on Rode Hill farm. F H Beckey and partner Snapp busy for alias Pitzer at Clearbrook. Rain last week brought much needed relief and green grass coats the area. Ambulance addition praised as a great contribution to the community.
Pasture for rent near Kernstown Virginia by OC G Crawford. Summer rooms and apartments available on Peyton Street and North Loudoun Street with Bell phone contact. Also listings for furnished rooms in town and a Ford Touring car for sale. Shady Elm Mill seeks corn. Moore Insurance and Realty Co. advertises a well established bottling business in Charles Town West Virginia.
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