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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1922
Page
2
A collage of quotations on hats manners and wit traces public foibles and classic lines. It mentions Barrie Payre, Halifax Nova Scotia history, a stock market joke, and a note on a legendary linguist Cardinal Mezzo fantasia. Conservative editorial quips mix with curiosities and a stage robbery tale from Idaho in the 1890s.
The globefish, a tropical water inhabitant, is described as the only fish that swims on its back. The statement highlights its unique swimming style among finned creatures.
A quipry item notes odd headlines including Rarebit as a Means to Richss and Diamonds found in a dream. It jokes that an author who proves a story could earn a handsome sum by revealing what he ate before sleep, reflecting lighthearted press speculation.
I and D Fuller Cahier of the bank certify the above financial figures as true to the best of our knowledge. H D Fuller cashier attested by H F Byrd J J Ridgeway M M Lynch W P McGuire commission expires May 4 1924.
Old quotes blend with notes on Nova Scotia honors conferred by James I in 1621. The pas sage recalls knighthood and baronetcy given to Scottish colonizers aiming to settle North America. It contrasts with other sayings about greatness and the value of books and learning.
A historical overview notes Stradivarius born 1644 died 1787 and producing many violins and cellos. It cites about one thousand violins and three hundred other instruments, including lutes and guitars, with paper labels and expert verification.
Train listings show northbound and southbound service with Pullman sleepers to Williamson Winston Salem Philadelphia and New York. Addresses for reservations given as H. H. Burks Berryville Va and W. C. Saunders Roanoke Va.
A short reflection on the value of wisdom and understanding, urging pursuit beyond material gain. It cites Proverbs as a source and emphasizes practical discernment in decisions and actions.
Auctioneers Duvall and Dunn offer the late Mrs Charlotte Murnans household effects at 609 South Market Street on Saturday May 27 1922 at 10am. Items include bedroom suite corner cupboard walnut tables rockers morris chair dining chairs extension table stove carpet linoleum chandelier and more in excellent condition. Cash terms and removal after payment. Exor Charlotte Murnan decd. Clerk R 8 Smith.
A collage of short notes and quips on truth handwriting credit and greeting customs. It touches on Uncle Eben framing truth as the essential measure, remarks on shaking hands versus kissing across cultures, a tip to restore faded handwriting with sulpho hydric ammonia, and a business fairness thought about maintaining good credit. It also notes Punch’s origin claim from the East Indies and the Sanskrit meaning behind its name.
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