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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1916
Page
2
A national rail stoppage would halt transportation across nearly 300000 miles of track, devastating cities and farmers. The article warns of starvation risk in eastern cities, price collapse for grain and perishables, plant closures, mass unemployment, and overall paralysis of industry.
An editorial excerpt argues against unions demanding higher wages while urging shorter rail freight trains. It notes the rail system’s investments in grade reductions and heavier, longer trains to cut costs and keep rates low, warning that halving trains would raise operating costs and require more crew and new facilities.
Advertising copy touts Tiz as a grand foot gladdener that relieves ache corns callouses and bunions. A 25 cent box is claimed to end foot torture for a year with fresh smelling feet and shoes that fit. Accept no substitute.
An advertisement touts Foley Kidney Pills as prompt aids for dullness, back ache, rheumatism, stiff joints, and other kidney trouble indicators. It claims broad availability and urges advertising in The Star.
A boss calls in a worker amid rumors and fear of trouble. The uneasy scene hints at a disciplinary meeting and possible consequences for the employee.
Andrew J. Feuchtenberger a retired baker and hotel proprietor died unexpectedly at his home north of Harrisonburg after neuralgia attacks. Born in Berlin in 1836 he lived in Winchester before moving to Harrisonburg in 1863. Eight children survive including Sallie John W R Violetta Dora Til den Frederick and others. Funeral held with Mrs. Graichen and Grace Forney in attendance.
Local notes report Mrs Richard Fletcher and son Leslie visiting Mrs Sailes Cooper. Mr and Mrs Martin Kerns and children and Miss Sarah Kerns called at Windsor Forest home of Mr Dean. Welcome newborn girl at Collie Anderson home. Farmers busy plowing for corn. Visitors include Mrs Lou Thompson of Capon Bridge WV visiting Mrs C F Giffin.
A March beauty note promises clear skin by using an ethine double strength prescription. It claims sun and wind worsen freckles and offers money back if the product fails, urging readers to obtain an ounce from their druggist to banish freckles.
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