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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1921
Page
4
Classified snippet outlines subscription rates for Morning News Weekly Mirror with one year in advance at four fifty, monthly options, and carrier delivery details. Associated Press notice notes exclusive republication rights and credits for dispatches.
A Virginia newspaper notes constructive criticism of the state highway department, praising daily patching on the pike and Martinsburg pike patrol system as economical and well maintained. It urges quicker paving on the Northwestern grade and Boyce road to Popequon with bituminous binder to prevent surface deterioration. Miss Bilel Hicks, previously in Washington, later joined a New York firm.
Fragmentary verse laments heavy labor and hoarded riches. A spendthrift’s heirs, the sting of greed, and a weary life dwindle toward an abrupt end as coins are kept and journeys end in the clay.
A fragmented note discusses Misia and medical care, mentioning tonsillitis treatment and a surgery option. The message also references a sale and a jar, with unclear context and mixed phrases.
The fragment advises if kidneys act bad to salt intake, seek relief at night and consult a physician or pharmacist. It mentions taking four spoonfuls in grass water before a few days to restore kidney function and references a famous remedy.
Babe Ruth of the New York Americans was brought to a banquet by Rev. T. B. Hill as Southern Presbyterian commissioners met in St. Louis on May 25. Ruth, the home run king, declined a dinner invite due to another engagement.
Lynchburg firefighter at 610 Church Street recounts severe stomach pain gas and swelling then rheumatism weakness after long shifts. He credits Tanlac for restored appetite weight gain of twelve pounds and renewed energy.
More than 100 wage disputes were filed with the Railroad Labor Board in five weeks, seeking wage reductions across rail employee classes. Hearings begin June 6. Also notice ads seek carpenters in West Virginia, a laundress in Piedmont, and a Reed baby carriage for sale on Lecester Street.
May 30 1921 is a legal holiday and the bank will be closed that day. All paper running on that date can be paid on the next day May 31 1921. WM G Hardy cashier. Shenandoah Valley National Bank.
For summer months rooms and apartments available furnished or unfurnished at 18 and 20 Peyton Street and 411 North Loudoun Street. Bel phone 288. Class. 11-5-12-21.
A note says the Mexican Shop at 130 S Market St has just arrived and invites the public to inspect the goods. The brief promotes immediate access to the storefront for viewing.
Macedonia Va May 25 Mrs Charles Clannahan of New Market visits at the home of her brother and sister in law Mr and Mrs George Lind. Mr and Mrs Shiley and daughter Miss Carrie Shiley visit James Smiths on Sunday. Mrs B F Solenberger and children Esther Carroll and Ansel visit J S Haldemahs on Sunday. Mrs C J Jacobs slowly improves from rheumatism. Friday May 27 is general Clean up day at Macedonia cemetery.
Henrico County candidate Senator Julien Gunn runs in the Democratic Primary on August 2. A seasoned lawmaker and former Commonwealth's Attorney he touts parliamentary expertise and steady leadership while seeking votes from Virginia Democrats. He invites contact at the Julien Gunn Campaign Com 701 East Grace St Richmond for supporters to reach out ahead of the primary.
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