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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1923
Page
3
For sale a farm of about 300 acres near Stephenson Depot VA with an 8 room stone house a good bank barn double corn crib wagon shed and other outbuildings. The land includes 50 acres meadow 25 acres timber and water from a perpetual stream. Close to church and schools and offered to divide the estate. Apply to JL and J W Jolliffe. 16-9-61-4
A well located 50 by 160 foot lot in a beautiful city section offers a six room dwelling with front porch good cellar and electric lights. Priced at 3500 with easy payments and a larger 4500 option. Also offers complete line of fire life and surety insurance from strong old line companies.
Martinsburg West Virginia Journal notes Dr James Kann McSherry of East Burke Street, president of Citizens National Bank, visits the bank unaided after a months long illness. He sits at his old desk, greets friends, and says he is tired of confinement and wants to see how things progress.
The convention considers uniting the church with the Lutheran Free church the Icelandic Lutheran Synod and the United Danish Lutheran church. Missionaries from China India Africa and Madagascar will address the gathering expecting about 10 000 visitors.
A small prompt for a trial package from Chamberlain Medicine in Des Moines Iowa. Send 5 cents and the slip with your name and address to receive a remedy for bronchial cough flu and related symptoms. The offer promises timely relief for burns scalds wounds and skin ailments.
Kenyon College expelled two students and dismissed four others following faculty investigations into a raid by state prohibition agents at the annual college dance. Seven students were arrested on liquor law violations during the event, according to President William F. Pierce.
Straw hats are officially opened with new styles: soft thick straw that can be bent without damage and burnt straw dominating this year. Some stiff white straw hats are available, though cloudy skies kept many under wraps yesterday.
Norfolk emerges as the key outlet for nearly all Virginia apples as Boyd Richards of Winchester outlines advantages over New York. He notes last year’s small Norfolk shipment proved satisfactory, loading service and foreign steam lines improved, with Europe trips planned to expand agencies and shipments through vessels serving Norfolk. He also notes Virginia frost losses were minimal and a bumper crop is expected.
The triennial gathering of the Norwegian Lutheran Church of America will be held in St. Paul from June 7 to 15. The event, ranked as the outstanding Norwegian church convention in the country, will be hosted by the local dome.
United States apples and pears gain traction in Brazil Argentina and Uruguay. Trade reports say Brazil imports could rise if prices drop. 1922 US apple imports totaled 13 667 barrels with 95 percent from the US over five years. Argentina and Uruguay show growing demand amid shipping cost concerns and new West Coast service. An arrest warrant is issued for Cain as police pursue his car and papers.
Advertisement extols Joint-Base as the cure for sore feet due to joint pain in the foot. Claims previous powdering and soaks were misguided and promises relief after three days of topical use. Sold by Franck Baker & Son and Boyd Drug Co for 60 cents a tube.
Clarke County Virginia resident Denny Cain faces multiple warrants from Patrolman Harry Worsley. Accusations include driving a vehicle unlawfully at high speed and zigzagging, resisting arrest, failing to stop, and fleeing police after initial arrest. Cain allegedly showed signs of liquor influence as officers pursued. He attempted to flee from city hall in his car after promising to go to police headquarters.
An advertisement claims Ex Pilo heals piles without surgery using herbs. A customer says it makes her feel 20 years younger and a trial costs 50 cents with a full size at $1.50. The Ex Pilo Manufacturing Co lists 601 H 9th Street New York City.
A century old remedy is hailed as a universal treatment for female ills. A questionnaire of 50 000 women by the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co shows 98 out of 100 reporting benefits, highlighting the product as a trusted solution despite modern medical advances. Advertisements note job openings for clean cotton tags at the Star Office.
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