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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1915
Page
4
Harry Flood Byrd publisher The Evening Star is entered at the Winchester Virginia post office as second class mail matter. Rates shown: one year $2.50 six months $1.25 three months $0.65 one month $0.25.
BLUE AND GRAY in Independence Missouri propose joint Memorial day observance by Grand Army of the Republic and United Confederate Veterans. The idea, not new, gains formal appeal as a symbol of national reconciliation amid global conflicts, highlighting Missouri and Kentucky wartime divisions.
Richmond News Leader notes Britain faces bread scarcity with London bread at 8 pence for four pounds, bakers seeking delivery price rise. It contrasts with New York where a twelve ounce loaf costs 5 cents, arguing German submarines push London prices toward American levels.
A reflective piece expresses contentment with simple living inside a tiny caboose rather than a grand hotel. The narrator resists material wealth, preferring a humble dwelling, quiet routine, and the small pleasures of yard work and a penny-marked cigarette break.
A verse by Walt Mason imagines preferring a modest shack with a lop-eared cow in a stable and a barbed wire fence over pomp and debt. The speaker desires a debt free home and peaceful life away from village grandeur.
The New York World analyzes Italy's entry into the major powers alliance as a turning point. It warns of escalating slaughter in the Balkans and questions where the next major action will occur amid shifting promises and potential restorations in Roumania and Bulgaria.
A compact list of then novel items and terms including B V D s movies jits night letters sanitary drinking cups maxixe Russian dressing Taubes wireless.
An energetic ad touts the Tiz shoe aid claiming to soothe sore swollen feet after work or long walks. It highlights relief from aches corns blisters and bunions, promising rest and a tingle of comfort with every wear.
Regular 1.50 value child white lawn embroidery dresses with waist skirt embroidery, tuck sleeves back, belt, hemstitch and lace edging. Silk tubular four in hands 46 inches long 18 four inches wide in assorted jacquard stripes.
An old time ad touts Dr Caldwell s Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative remedy. It promises to clear a congested digestive tract overnight with no upset, ideal for families including women children and elderly. A free bottle offer is extended by mail from Monticello Illinois.
White Post residents report car trips to Harpers Ferry Berryville and Winchester. Visitors include Mr C G Massey Dr C J Dearmont Miss Eliza Mason Meade George Glass and daughter Mrs J H Skinker and Mrs Juliet A McCaw with mentions of Mrs Castle and early Hubbard connections during the period.
Miss Elliott of London England Miss Arvin of Ireland and Mr Grant Lovalien of the Senate document room visit Meadow Brook farm the home of Mr and Mrs W H Huber for several weeks. Mrs Barton Meyers of Norfolk Va attends Braddock market unveiling and visits town with friends.
A self help note claims a single rinse with a four ounce drug store solution dissolves dandruff overnight. Apply at night to moisten the scalp and rub in to stop itching and flaking. Repeated use promises hair becomes fluffy glossy and soft with improved appearance.
May 28 Mrs Minnie Arnold has shown improvement after a period of serious illness at home in Trone Virginia. Mrs J F Chapman returned home after visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Charles Coe near Berryville. Mrs C Fenton Giffin and Miss Edna Arnold spent weekend with relatives in and near Winchester. Mrs Bettin Scrivener of Winchester and sister Mrs T A Scrivener of Whitacre visited their father Mr B Lockhart over the weekend.
A Philadelphia man describes severe bronchial illness relief after trying a remedy called Vinci. He claims the product cured chronic colds and bronchitis and praises its medicinal elements and blood tonic.
Notice to stockholders of Winchester Gas and Electric Light Co. annual meeting and election of directors for the ensuing year will be held at Jas. Russell's office in the city on Friday May ee 1915 at 8 pm. Secretary and Treasurer SFR D Goss.
A compact notice outlines announcements from Redden and associated parties. The brief item lists key actions and dates, noting names, entities, and deadlines in a concise local notice style.
A series of brief notices announces candidates for Commissioner of Revenue in Frederick County Northern and Southern Districts. Named figures include William E. Smith, H Harper, C C Brannon, AVALOND Babpec, F W Shenk, and Isaiah C Roe. Each pledges faithful duty and election to the Revenue office in the Democratic context.
In a fragmented statement Shull pledges to uphold the duties of the office if elected. The text references the Democratic party and a governmental district but is garbled, leaving the exact office and district unclear.
T Russell Cather, attorney for Frede, announces candidacy in the Democratic primary on August 8 1915 and pledges utmost efforts to ensure an efficient administration.
A candidate announces for the House of Delegates subject to the action of the Democratic primary. The notice identifies John M. Ns as seeking election to the House of Delegates.
C R McCann announces his candidacy for reelection as County Treasurer pending the Democratic Primary on August 8 1915. He states he will rely on assistance from R S Smith if reelected and respectfully asks qualified voters for support.
Luther Pannet announces for Sheriff of County subject to the Democratic Primary on August 8 1915 seeking support from those satisfied with the office. F D Good also announces for the Back Creek District Board of Supervisors seat subject to the Democratic primary and pledges faithful service if elected.
A candidate declaration from J T McIlwee runs for the role of Superintendent of Back Creek District. He vows to fulfill duties to the best of his ability and to place the people of Frederick County first.
A candidate announces run for the State Senate subject to the primary. The pledge covers representing Shenandoah County and the City of Chester as well as the counties unnamed, aiming to fulfill the duties without special interests. The message is a formal declaration from H. F. B.
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