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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1928
Page
4
The Evening Star, published in Win Chester Virginia, shows its second class matter status and association with multiple local papers. It outlines daily (except Sunday) publication and consolidation with Morning News Weekly Mirror and other local editions. The Associated Press relation is stated for news dispatches.
Scripture segments urge parents to have children memorize daily Bible lines. A note emphasizes verses like Prov 10:24 and a prayer for a clean heart, inviting readers to reflect on faith and righteous living.
Virginia lawmakers mandated use of flour milled from Virginia wheat in state institutions, overriding distributor opposition. The move follows Governor Byrd’s push for Virginia products and a state purchasing overhaul, promoting Virginia agriculture and manufactured goods over imported options.
The piece discusses Tarkington's views on American love of praise and British reserve. It notes how Americans once demanded flattery and resented criticism while British readers praised Venisseur Beaucaire. It contrasts American bravado with British prudence and reflects on changed attitudes after World War I and evolving American sensibilities.
The text comments that the speaker feels detached and superior, likening themselves to the English who believe they have arrived. It portrays a mood of indifference toward foreign critique and a readiness to observe and disregard outsiders.
A city bought and preserved a park but spring visitors damaged wild flowers and scared wildlife. The piece laments loss of natural beauty, urges conservation, and notes schools are slowly teaching a better attitude toward nature.
Wholesale prices from local buyers show varied figures for flour, corn meal, mixed feed, middling, and hay. Prices for poultry, eggs, butter, and lambs appear in different lines, with notable listings for ducks and creamery butter. A Buffalo Evening News note mentions a New York woman and a Queen Anne chair sold at auction for $1,000.
In Frederick County Virginia Margaret J Hudson deceased is referred to a Master Commissioner in Chancery to report on realty title heirs partition feasibility and outstanding taxes. The hearing date is May 28 1928 at 15 West Boscawen Street Winchester with further rulings to follow if needed.
Authority announces a scientific treatment and care event for foot troubles on Tuesday May 15 from 9 am to 7 pm at 108 E Piccadilly St across from the George Washington Hotel. For early appointments call 522.
In Winchester Virginia on April 19 1928 a decree orders a commissioner to inventory Adam Forneys estate settle administrator accounts and identify debts and heirs. Notice to interested parties: May 6 1928 at 20 Rouss Avenue to proceed with the reference. adjournments possible if unfinished.
Public auction in Winchester Virginia on May 26 1926 at noon. The 23 acre property former home of Silas J Cleveland near the Souhh Wechester Berryville Turnpike includes a residence outbuildings a former store building and a sulphur spring ideal for trucking or poultry businesses. Terms require one third cash and balance in two annual installments secured by deed of trust and insurance. M M Lynch trustee Duvall & Dunn auctioneers.
A quip notes that sometimes a male can be the head of the house even if he is not five years old yet, highlighting playful family dynamics and early responsibilities.
In Winchester Virginia a court ordered sale of a West Alley lot with garages between Highland Avenue and Baker Street. The property, once owned by Silas Cleveland and wife, will be sold May 19 1928 at noon in front of the County Court House. Terms require half cash and balance in one year secured by deed of trust and insurance.
Publisher's blurb proclaims a tale of love fried in the fires of passion that will make audiences laugh cry and cheer. The Oriental papers quote the Transcript praising the immortal romance on stage.
The Walter L Main Circus features forty clowns led by Harry la Pearl with stars such as Fred Leslie Chick Reed Lou Hershey and more. The piece notes the shift to pantomime in larger tents and lists the May 24 visit with street parade at 11 am and shows at 2 and 8 pm.
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