Agricultural bankruptcy and living costs in wartime inflation debate
The article cites former Senator Hitchcock and Secretary Wallace arguing that farmers face higher living costs while agricultural prices lag. It notes rising consumer prices, a profit squeeze in Western states, and a spike in bank failures totaling 328 by early 1924, underscoring rural financial distress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secre- Agriculture
Wallace
Ard
Gilbert M. Hitchcock
Congress
Senate
Ding
Sena
Kans
Capper
Fordney-McCum
Hitchcock
New Bay
Sat
Orohan
New Grocery to Open Under New Firm Name
Ollie Newcome and B. Barnett will operate the business on East Clifford under the firm name Newcome and Barnett. They promise an up to date stock and new measures as they prepare to open this Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ollie Newcome
B. Barnett
East Clifford
Sane. & Newcome
Mies
Shawnee S convention planned for May 29 in Round Hill Church
Sunday schools of Shawnee district will hold their annual convention at Round Hill Steg terian Church on May 29 from 10 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. Delegations are urged from all schools. The program includes devotional services, talks by Daniel Bachelor and F R Casselman, committee appointments, statistics, and elections of officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Round Hill
Steg Terian
Round Hill Sunday School
T. H. Daffin
I. N. Good
Daniel Bachelor
Washington, D. C
Reading
Virginia
Marston
Graham
F. R. Casselman
B. V. Switzer
Capon District Sunday Schools Hold Convention at Timber Ridge
The Capon District Sunday School convention convened May 4 at Timber Ridge Christian Church in Trone Virginia with large attendance. Officers elected for the next year include A. R. Spaid president, C. G. Davis VP, Mrs. Walter Oates secretary, Benson Lafollette treasurer, and church leaders for children young people and adults divisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trone
Capon
Timber Ridge Christian Church
A. R. Spaid
C. H. Anderson
C. G. Gain
George Davis
L. H
Walter Pennington
Clarence
Walter Racy
Mr. Anderson
J. E. Paton
H. F. Seldon
Beulah Gill
R Son
W. R. Hill
B. F
C. G. Davis
Walter Oates
Benson Lafoillette
Young People’s
Walton Brill
J.S. Davis
Woman Is Found Dead Near Martinsville
Danville May 13 A coroner's jury in Henry County adjourned its inquisition into the death of Mrs. John G. Eggleston whose body was found in advanced decomposition in nearby woods. The inquest is expected to report on the manner of death with strong suspicion of homicide by a bootlegger. Authorities seek a white man linked to liquor making who disappeared after her departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danville
Henry County
Martinsville
John G. Eggleston
Reversing the Order and Saxophone Notes
A clashing snippet describes hosting a party for the young while old folks are told to stay quiet. It also laments modern poetry repeating the same themes and notes the saxophone’s sensitivity to cold air, which can cause pitch issues.
Alumni to Launch OW Drive for New Members
Winchester alumni plan an urgency membership drive through June at the American Legion building. Officers include Miss Hilda B. Dean president and Miss Lillian Doing treasurer. Dues 50 cents plus 50 cents initiation, treasurer Richard J. Gray. Members urged to join, with monthly bulletins highlighting members' successes in law and medicine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Western
Hidoes
Phar
American Legion
Winchester
Richard J. Gray
Hilda B. Dean
Nancy Crisman
Lillian Doing
Alumni Association
Public Sale on Frederick County Land Bonds and Dates
Default on a deed of trust dated November 1, 1920 by Charles H. Bursey and wife triggers a public sale at 12 noon in front of the Winchester County Court House. Parcels include 17 1 4 acres near Middletown and 12 acres adjoining, with terms requiring one third cash and balance in one and two years, secured by a deed of trust and lien of insurance. The indebtedness secured is 2500 dollars with interest from October 23, 1923.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles H. Bursey
Frederick County
Virginia
Winchester
Middletown
Buckton Road
John S. Sperry
Sperry
Ludwig’s
Love and diplomacy in playful banter and nature’s humor
A conversational exchange blends wit on telling the truth about a fish with ideas on love and perception. Flora and Fauna discuss sun exposure and makeup as the scene shifts between humor and social observation.
Divorce Action Filed in Winchester Court
In the Clerk's Office of the Corpora tion Court of Winchester on May 14 1924 Elva L McFarland plaintiff sues Lucius A McFarland defendant for divorce a mensa et there from on grounds of desertion non support cruelty and general relief. Defendant not resident of Virginia must appear within ten days after publication and a copy be published weekly for four weeks in The Evening Star and posted at the courthouse front door by June 2 1924. Teste J B Beverley Clerk. Jos B Newlin p q.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucius A. McFarland
N. Greene Street
Baltimore
Maryland
Virginia
Evening Star
Winchester
J. B. Beverley
Jos
B. Newlin
P.q
Hike Postponed to Next Sunday by Girls Athletic Association
The Girls Athletic Association delayed the Sunday morning hike due to rain. The event will gather at Miss Elizabeth Hollis's South Main Street home and depart together for the scout cabin. Each participant contributes a quarter for a breakfast served outdoors, with a promised hearty meal. Members should notify Mrs. F. R. Casselman or Miss Margaret Kelchner to confirm attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Girls’ Athletic Association
Association
Elizabeth Hollis
South Main Street
Lange
F. R. Casselman
Margaret Kelchner
Bald Heads Provokes Barbered Experiments
A humorous remark from a British humor column notes how bald men irritate barbers who wish to use their heads as experimental stations. The quip, attributed to Dututti Gerald, highlights the playful clash between barber vanity and bald patrons.
Water Breaks Concrete in High Pressure Test
The Duluth Herald notes a method where water breaks concrete using a special tool under three to five tons per square inch pressure. The discussion pivots to whether a local coach or history chair earns a salary, reflecting routine editorial chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duluth Herald
Woman Fire Lookout Keeps Watch on Gold Mountain
Mrs. Charles Crouch serves as a fire lookout atop Gold mountain in southwestern Oregon. She has maintained a summer-long vigil and reports success in the challenging post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gold Mountain
Oregon
Charles Crouch
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Joem
Associated Press
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Ednesday
Bnator Hitchcock
Shawnee S. Convention
JAS
P. Reardon
Dodd
Aryebtiss
Massey Radio Company
Bissell Disc
Winchester Orchard Supply
North Market Street
Toour
INS Uda
Winchester Gas & E. LG
West Piccadilly Street
Slohan
Corporation Court of the City of
Elva L. McFarland
Little. Joe’s
Axminster
R. M. Swimley
Jc Tech
Cei
John W. Rosenberger & Co
H. J. Mowrey
Watchmaker Patent
Bowelen
Oppo
Hotel Jack
Winchester Seed Co., Inc
Sherwin-Williams
Baker’s Drug Store
Capon Springs
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