Nationwide training camps mobilize 40,000 volunteers for new army
By wire from Inington May 4 approximately 40,000 men in civilian life answered the call to the colors. Seven officers reserve training camps in 15 sections were opened to train and equip these men to officer the 500,000 strong army under the selective draft law. Telegrams to the War Department report camps under way with order. Brigadier officers from Virginia and other eastern states train at Fort Myer.
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the Star
Ington
War Department
Virginia
Fort Myer
Steamer collision in fog sinks two vessels near Detour
In heavy fog early today in St. Marys River near Detour Michigan, two large steamers the Saxonia of the Tomlinson line and the Pentecost Mitchell of the Pittsburgh line collided head on. Both ships sank rapidly but the crews of both boats are reported safe.
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the Star
Hetroit
Mich
Saxonia
Tomlinson Line
Pentecost Mitchell
Pittsburgh
St. Mary's River
German Zeppelin Destroyed In Sea
The German airship L-22 was brought down and destroyed in the North Sea by British forces according to an admiralty announcement. This marks the first Zeppelin action over the North Sea for some time and it is believed the L-22 was en route to attack England.
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London
North Sea
British Admiralty
England
Notice of Master Commissioner report in O Conner estate
Extract from decree dated April 2, 1917 in the case S Co T O Conner versus Murphy et al. notices a master to report on real estate, debts, taxes, heirs at law and partition. Publication in Winchester Virginia newspaper four weeks. James P Reardon commissioner will execute June 2 1917 at his Winchester office.
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Fliza
Catherine Murphy
Timothy o’Conner
Winchester
Virginia
Jas. P. Reardon
Court of
Frederick E County
Gina
Winchester Bank Report 1917 Financial Condition
The Frederick County Virginia bank report dated May 1 1917 shows assets of 2 532 979 95 including U S bonds loans and discounts and reserves. It lists deposits totaling 1 836 034 54 and notes circulating 195 100 00 with capital stock and surplus funds. Cashier William G Hardy attests the figures as true with notary Elsie M Maphis corroborating on the sworn statement.
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United States
U. S
State of
Virginia
Frederick
Wm. G. Hardy
Lee BR. Grim
Gashier
Union Bank of Winchester
Winchester
Heatial
Valspar Varnish Promises Domestic Cleanliness
An advertisement touts Sr Valentines Varnish as a heat resistant washable finish that does not require oils or polishes. It claims Valspar is sanitary and easy to keep clean for indoor and outdoor wood work with satisfaction guaranteed or no payment.
Market Reports Show Local Quotation Adjustments Across Staples
Daily market prices list retail and wholesale figures for wheat flour corn and middlings, butter, hay, cattle and sheep. Cited items include winter and spring wheat flour, creamery butter, live poultry, timothy hay, corn, and cattle valuations with notes on price ranges and quotation timing.
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BPE
Hasdussschinenanas
Timothy Hay
Chaddo
Torsksieee
Sme
Eeeks Pe Wien
I. Oseers Ois
Paca Virginia
Mr Martin May Change His Vote On Censorship Provision
Washington May 14 Another attempt to restore the censorship provision to the espionage bill was announced by Senator Overman of North Carolina who said he would demand another roll call when the bill goes to final disposition. Senator Martin of Virginia who voted to strike out the provision may switch his vote. Two Republican senators who supported keeping the modified provision will oppose restoration.
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Overman
North Carolina
Pnvision
Senate
Martin
Virginia
Wise Man Rejoices In What He Has Quote
Epictetus offers a reflection on wisdom noting a wise person does not grieve for what is absent but rejoices in what is possessed. The maxim highlights contentment and perspective over longing.
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Epictetus
Water Clarity Noted in Norwegian Fjords
Clear waters off Norway's coast reveal objects at depths of twenty five to thirty fathoms, indicating remarkable visibility in the fjords.
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Norway
Japanese Superstition and Death Imagery in Phone Directories
A compact note describes Japanese superstition around the number four and the name Sil as a term for death in telephone directories. The piece suggests avoidance of 4 and 44 due to cultural associations with mortality.
Poultry Notes on Breeding and Feeding Practices
After hatching, sell or confine the male birds. Poultry provides more animal food per season than any other source. Maximize feed for every form and pack city lots with hens. Fertility matters for hatching eggs, but not for food eggs. The breeding quality of the male should improve the flock. if not, he is unworthy as head.
Infertile Eggs Save Spoilage From Male Run With Hens
Farmers lose large sums yearly from improper egg production and handling. At least a third of losses come from partially hatched fertile eggs caused by roosters running with hens. Fertile eggs spoil more quickly under heat, while infertile eggs keep better and are not hatching.
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United States
Light Brahma Hen Noted for Meat and Egg Traits
The article describes the Light Brahma as the largest domestic fowl with a strong meat carcass in roosters and good winter laying hens. It highlights docile temperament and confinement suitability, noting hens lay many brown eggs and are sitters. The pictured bird is a Light Brahma hen.
Poultry Egg Hatching Season Tips For Farmers
Farmers should separate fertile and infertile eggs after hatching. After fourteen days infertile eggs can be sold more easily in hot months. Keep nests clean provide one nest per four hens gather eggs twice daily store in a cool dry place and market at least twice weekly.
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Seth
Kim
Hank and Pete Say Pete How Do You Like HY
Hank and Pete discuss Pete’s opinion on HY, exploring reactions and impressions in a brief dialogue. The exchange highlights curiosity about HY and Pete’s take on its qualities.
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Pete
Nurse graduates amid health revival after displacement
Mrs R W Sloan of Chicago credits Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound with freeing her from two years of poor health caused by displacement. After six months under a doctor she found relief and says she is now a healthy mother and a graduate nurse ready to recommend the remedy to other women. The notice promotes Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co offering advice for uterine Disorders and related symptoms.
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Chicago
Ill
Li E. Pinkham
R. W, Sloan
Park Avenue
Bome
Sloan
Lydia E. Pinkham
No Doubt of It as Bachelor Chooses Profession over Marriage
A light humorous note suggests a bachelor devoted to his work risks never marrying while hints that the right woman might push him toward commitment. The piece playfully contrasts professional dedication with domestic plans.
A Time for Everything
Edith asks about a quarrel with Jack while Ethel notes her upcoming birthday next week in a brief dialogue scene.
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Edith
Jack
Ethel
French hail prevention device eyed as atmospheric shield
The government promotes experiments in France with a copper device resembling a giant lightning rod said to disrupt atmospheric electricity, preventing hail stone formation.
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France
Financial statement summary from bank ledgers
Bank records show loans and discounts, overdrafts, bonds and securities, banking house and fixtures, exchange items, and cash items. Amounts include reserves from national and state banks, private bankers, and trust companies, with totals around 390 thousand dollars and 270 thousand dollars in savings fees. Directors listed as J. W. Richard and George W. Kitts.
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U.S
U. S
Seaman
Lake Ieee U
Vate Seca
New York
Chicago
St. Lowis
Trivatc Bankers and Trust Companies
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Wire
Aadver
Tise
Co. T. O’conner
of the
Shenandoah Valley
Nat.Bank
Total
John W. Rice
Stewart Bell
W. A. Baker
Elsie M. Maphis
N. P
Sr Valentine
Baltimore
MR. Martin
Washington
MO. S. Miller & Bro
Hank and
Hee - Hee
Union Bank, of
State Corporation Commission
Resources
Meee Air
Grim
J. W. Richard
Tabla, ‘George W. Kitts Directors
State of Virginie
Wittchester
Lee St Gallim
Mars J. Brown
Ryan & Orndofe
Clothiers
Trree&s
John M. Miller
People's Bargain Store
Bell Phone
R. M. SV
Flint Hill Cooperage & Lumber Co. Incorporated
Flint Hill
Virginiea
Moqoeor
GCO
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