Evening Star Notice of Postoffice Entry in Winchester
The Evening Star is entered at the Winchester Virginia Postoffice as 2nd class mail matter.
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1917
Page
4
Eat Apples Every Day Punches At War Time Urge
A wartime exhortation urges men to join the fight on Monday May 28 while contrasting civilian business concerns with patriotism. The verse honors those answering the call to arms and notes the reluctance of some who must balance family support and finances before serving. It praises sacrifice over private profit.
Primary August Primary Called for Virginia Nomination
The Democratic party in Frederick County Virginia moves to hold a primary on the first Tuesday in August 1917 to nominate candidates for the November election. A candidate must file a written declaration of candidacy at least sixty days before the primary and pay a two percent fee of one half year’s salary. The resolution, introduced by A R Rinker, directs county officials to notify the state secretary and conduct the primary under chapter 307 acts of 1912 as amended.
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Commonwealth
Democratic Party
Democratic Executive Committee
A. R. Rinker
Frederick
Foir
General Assembly of Virginia
A Child's Tongue Reveals Liver and Bowels Status
Parents are advised that a coated tongue indicates need for California Syrup of Figs a gentle laxative that cleanses the stomach liver and bowels to relieve fever irritability sour stomach and foul waste It claims to suit babies children and adults and warns against counterfeit imitations from other sellers.
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California
Winchester Democratic Executive Committee Votes Unanimous
The Democratic Executive Committee of Winchester cast a unanimous vote on a key party decision, marking a unified stance within the city chapter. No further details accompany the terse result in the fragment.
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Winchester
Mount Williams party and local visits reported
At Mount Williams Virginia a social gathering hosted by Mr S E Snapp featured games and refreshments with many local residents attending. Lieut C R Cammer and several families were noted as visitors and recent travels included Baltimore and Winchester area engagements. Cass County Leader.
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Mount Williams
S. E. Snapp
Cora Snapp
Near Fawcett Gap
Ninnie Orndorff
Florence Bucher
Martha White
Dorothy Miller
Evan Miller
Katie Miller
Marietta White
Alice White
Ima Williams
Katie Burkhart
Harie Orndorff
Lena Orndorff
Messrs
Robert Fawcett
Jjulian Fawcett
Raymond Snapp
Fawcett Gap
Lloyd Willians
Hurl Pbttfelright
Floyd Miller
Carson A.tenrong
Loring White
William. Orndorff
C. R. Cammer
A. Cammer
A Am Himelright
O. L. Peer
Winchester
N. C
Clarence Clowser
Baltimore
Mrs. Giffin
Arthur Miller
Virgie Snapp
Carson Allemony
Robert O'Flaherty
Leonard Williams
Brown Brill
Peddler touts new soap to skeptical shopper
A persistent peddler touts a new soap claiming it costs half as much and does twice the work. The Lady resists, noting it softens skin and clears complexion and asks for the price. The exchange ends with her reluctance to buy.
Thirst for Knowledge and Oriental Studies Interest
A scholar praised as an authority on Oriental lore is sought for explanations of distinctive Oriental drawings used to advertise Egyptian and Turkish cigarettes manufactured in New York. The exchange shows enthusiasm for subjects of that field and a desire to connect with the expert.
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Diggs
New York
Joking Preacher and Bishop Exchange Tale of Weds Night
A humorous exchange recalls the preacher keeping an audience captive only once when he proposed to his wife, prompting the bishop to ask when that happened. The preacher answers it was the night of his proposal to his current wife.
Life under pressure from persistent bill collectors
A reflective note on the difficulty of keeping a tranquil life when bill collectors relentlessly chase, portraying the tension between peace of mind and financial pressure.
Quote debate on a man’s posthumous fame and virtue
The pessimist notes a man is underappreciated in life while the optimist counters that posthumous deeds are amplified after death. The exchange frames how society credit shifts after a person’s passing.
Long-Felt Want Invention Sparks Millionaire Dream
Jimjones claims to have perfected an invention to make him a millionaire. Samsmith asks for details. Jimjones describes a device that lets a woman hear what others say about her after she leaves the room.
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Jimjones
Samsmith
Great Bargain Leads to Four Cooks for $3.98
Mrs. Schopps praises an ideal intelligence office for offering four cooks at a total of 3.98 dollars. The exchange features playful remarks about marriage plans as a husband figure expresses surprise. Bleeker replies with mutual congratulations to Meeker on a marriage arrangement.
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Bleeker
Old Man
Meeker
Autoist Dialogue on New Car Performance
First Autoist asks if the new automobile goes fast. Second Autoist replies that it does not and sticks fast.
Cross Roads Notes Sounds of Sunday Visits and Births
Ira F Miller and family D S Miller Marian Miller Floyd Patterson and Rev J R Beale were guests of John H Miller on Sunday. Ann Oates spent Sunday with her daughter W E Nelson. Tom McKee welcomed a 10 pound boy. Fairview cemetery volunteers meet June 2 to clean and hold memorial service same day. W V Carpenter and Lonza Carpenter visited B H Keller family on Sunday.
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Cross “Roads
Ira F. Miller
D. S. Miller
Marian Miller
Floyd Patterson
J. R. Beale
John H. Miller
Ann Oates
W. E. Nelson
Tom McKee
Fairview
W. V. Carpenter
Lonza Carpenter
B. H. Keller
Parson Hires Top Floor Lodging With Fire Escape
A gaunt man entered a London hotel seeking a top floor room. He carried a coil of rope and claimed it was a fire escape for Zeppelin raids. The landlord noted guests pay in advance for wartime fire escapes, highlighting a sly negotiation during the war era.
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London
Deepest Brazilian Mine Reaches 5826 Feet Depth
The St. John del Ray Mining Company Ltd reports its mine has reached a vertical depth of 5826 feet in Brazil and shows no loss of ore value. Plans are considered to continue to 7626 feet.
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Brasil
St. John del Ray Minin Company, Ltd
Lamb Misled to Wall Street Returns Empty Hoofprints
A playful verse recalls a lamb who ventures to Wall Street with high hopes, only to return home penniless and crestfallen. The tale blends whimsy with caution about financial ventures and gullibility.
Making Room for Others In Local Politics
A fragment discusses qualifications for a political role with a professional politician arguing against lifetime tenure and favoring a candidate willing to share power, reflecting local governance debates. The dialogue highlights the need for rotation and openness to others in office.
Disillusioned Patient Reflects On Doctor’s Changed Confidence
A narrator laments losing trust in a physician once believed capable of nearly anything. The remark captures a shift from high confidence to disillusionment as the speaker recalls past expectations.
Insomnia Cure Debate in Evening Conversation
A fragmented dialogue touches on sleep aids and reassurance about supporting a daughter. The speakers discuss a remedy claimed to cure insomnia and the moral comfort of a loyal supporter.
It Is Dubwaite’s Spade Then Fancy Named
A remark contrasts Dubwaite’s blunt honesty with Mrs Dubwaite’s tendency to rename a spade she owns. The line suggests she would attach an extravagant title and imply high cost to neighbors.
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Dubwaite
A Dead Loss at the Hospital Count of Sponges
A wry exchange notes that after surgery sponges are counted to prevent loss. The speaker observes excitement if one goes missing, while hospital authorities reportedly allow no extra charge if a sponge remains inside a patient.
Dividing His Points in a Family Exchange
Dialogue depicts a boy, Willie, being mistaken for his father as he admits to smoking Mr. Pipp’s cigar. The mother notes the resemblance, and the scene hints at family dynamics and pride conveyed through humor and banter.
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Willie
How to Be Happy Though Married
A jokey exchange about a magazine article on marriage ends with a punchline about divorce. Mrs Naggs questions the title while Naggs suggests divorce as the shortcut to happiness.
Lawn purchase sparks bemused household exchange
Mrs. Stinjay jokes about buying a small lawn while Mr. Stinjay exclaims it must be a whole farm as they discuss the whimsical bill appearing in the morning.
No Car From Waiter Tips Much Talked Of
The remark notes waiters grow rich from tips yet asserts those tips would not purchase a motor car. It highlights skepticism about tipping wealth translating into big purchases.
Prelude to Long Silence
A humorous exchange features Dolly Dolly-I wish Mrs Swift wouldn t talk so much during bridge Dick-You can t blame her for making the most of her opportunities The chatter leads to a joke about speaking terms after the game Miss Giddygirl teases Oldboy about marriage and bait Miss Giddygirl wonders about marrying age and the old bachelor quips any age when he has nothing to worry about
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Dolly
Resourceful or not Dugson defined by inherited wealth
A dialogue notes a distinction between inherited resources and personal resourcefulness. The speaker suggests Dugson lacks self sufficiency, needing a valet for dressing. The exchange underscores contrasts between wealth and practical initiative.
Doctors Split On Cause Of Your Uncle’s Illness
A quarrel over the ailment’s cause emerges as doctors disagree. One physician suspects money as a factor while another suspects a common or plebeian disease, leaving the truth unresolved.
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Tom
Jack
The Principal Sufferer in Domestic Relations Court
In a court of domestic relations the exchanges reveal sorrowful scenes as the judge presides over troubled families. A veteran judge known for his stern demeanor is described as a sad sight amid the heartrending disputes.
Shop Talk. The Law The Hammer and Golden Rule
A concise exchange on law and manners. The dialogue contrasts blunt rhetoric with idealized behavior and notes how distance can color perception of virtue.
High Heels Cause Corns Warned Women To Stop
A do it yourself health note urges women to avoid high heel wear to prevent corns. It claims pressing and trimming worsen corns, warns of lockjaw, and promotes freezone ether drops to lift a corn root with minimal pain. A clipping suggests sharing advise with a spouse.
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United States
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Jauto Supply CO
Wall Street
Post Toasties
Ooes
Reid
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Union Bank of Winchester
Big Bill
Miss Giddygirl
Mr. Oldboy
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Front Royal
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Bu Ding
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Eas Cormercade
J. Hunter Williams
Thomas & Messer CO
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Harry Hardesty
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