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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1924
Page
3
President Cornwall stated his railroad escaped with minimal damage amid heavy rains. He noted larger roads suffered serious damage to bridges and rights of way, while his Winchester and Western line ran through mountains with many torrents and washouts, yet remained largely intact.
Centenary Reformed Church members surprised Mrs. A. M. Bowers on her birthday at her Fairmont avenue home. Friends presented many gifts and cared for a social hour with refreshments as the group wished her many happy returns.
The Ministerial Association of Winchester met in special session and elected officers for the coming year. President is Rev. A. A. Kelley, vice president Rev. W. L. Dudley, and secretary treasurer Rev. J. F. Morgan.
A skin specialist praises Mentho Sulphur cream for soothing irritated and broken skin and clearing eczema after two to three applications. The preparation is said to destroy parasites causing burning and itching and is available at drug stores.
An advertisement emphasizes a product called Mother’s Friend for last minute labor ease. It quotes Ja. F Hartman of Scranton Pa and claims during his first births a doctor and nurse were needed, but later two deliveries were quicker with a nurse only. The ad urges writing for a free illustrated book from Pradfield Regulator Co. Atlanta GA.
As attorney for owner, Lynch will sell at cash auction at 12 o'clock on Saturday May 24 in front of the Court House a lot at No 633 West Market Street Winchester Virginia. It fronts 15 feet on Market Street and 20 feet on the alley with about 190 feet depth and a four room residence. Suitable for store or business.
The Langley case, a Kentucky Republican found guilty of conspiracy in whiskey transactions, is examined by the House committee. Chairman Burton declines to predict actions until appeal outcomes and notes Langley would not perform duties pending appeal. A Zihman case report is expected soon.
Mrs. Jessie McK. Elenbaas widow of John A Elenbaas died at her Middletown area farm after a ten day illness. Born in Illinois she was 51. She and her husband moved to Virginia where he bought a 52 acre tract near Middletown. Funeral at Vaucluse Church with Rev J Hoge Smith officiating followed by burial at Mount Hebron Cemetery.
Floodwaters inundated dences and other buildings leaving homes filled and crops damaged. Bridges were washed away and traffic on the Shenandoah division of the Norfolk and Western Railway was suspended. Rail bridges on the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers bore heavy coal loads to prevent washouts.
Floodwaters closed or limited service on major lines from Jefferson County to Strasburg and Harpers Ferry. The B and O, Southern Railway, Norfolk and Western, and other routes faced unsafe bridges and tracks. Mail routing shifted via Pennsylvania and Strasburg Junction as crews awaited resumption of traffic on the Winchester and Western line to Wardensville.
After two days of suspension due to heavy rains and washouts, the Winchester and Western Railroad expects to resume regular train service late this afternoon or early tomorrow. Workers have nearly completed repairs to damaged track sites.
A Howard Lake resident endorses a herbal remedy in a letter to the Pinkham company. The note claims several bottles eased long lasting pains and asks for reprint for publication.
A collage of historical quips and anecdotes. Includes William Manning on justice costs, the origin of scribe, remarks on training children by Socrates, and a Punch exchange about the League of Nations and fur traders. Provides a snapshot of thought and humor across eras.
Readable fragments describe factory wear resistant coatings for wood and cement floors. Mentions Kees and oesaulets and a record of remarkable durability across various floor types. No clear dates or places due to damaged OCR.
Jno S Solenberger and Jo Gruver of Summit Point West Virginia were honored by the Martinsburg Odd Fellows for long service. Gruver received a jewel marking 70 years in the order and Solenberger was recognized as the oldest Fellow in West Virginia. Mary Washington spent weeks visiting her relatives in Winchester.
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