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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1916
Page
4
The naval appropriation bill totals 241 million dollars, a gain of about 91.8 million from last year. Leaders pledge quick action with passage expected by Saturday night, highlighting Admiral readiness and Democratic support for defense funding.
Poet Walt Mason rails at rural roads clogged by animals and livestock roaming freely. He imagines cows, hogs, chickens, and geese blocking his path as drivers pay higher prices after each animal’s death. The verse mixes humor with a rural critique of agricultural neglect.
Mrs Holmes Conrad and her daughters Miss Carter and Augusta Conrad leave for Marion Massachusetts to spend the summer. Their North Market street home will be occupied by Rev Dr Lewis G M Miller and his daughter Mrs Lloyd Agnew of Charleston S C while they are away. Dr S H Rosenthal of Washington has been registered.
The piece extols the heart of a woman as a blend of beauty courage and virtue. It contrasts light with darkness and joy with sorrow, ending with a prayer for a woman’s steadfast heart amid life’s storms and seasons.
Marlboro Virginia notes reveal Ethel Linaburg returning from Washington and many residents traveling to Winchester Mt. Williams and Strasburg for business and decoration duties. The item lists visitors Dennis of Martinsburg, Ankel of Baltimore, Boyer of Woodstock and others, plus repairs at Knee and Omps mill and a sick call for Mrs Gordon with Dr Suaw attending.
Baltimore and Ohio excursion train from Strasburg to Washington and Baltimore carried 245 people from the immediate area. Several other trains were run from different points, with over 700 passengers to the cities. Mrs J H Baugher and Misses Alice and Anne Baugher of Baltimore Miss M Louise Guy of Norfolk and Mr W H Baugher of Baltimore registered last night at Hotel Jack during their Virginia Valley automobile tour.
A Helena Maryland resident recounts using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for digestive distress. After skeptical start, the first dose produced astonishing results and led to praise and referrals. The product claims permanent relief for stomach liver and intestinal issues with no more distress after meals. Purchase includes an absolute guarantee with money back if unsatisfied.
A Winchester resident G W Sowers testifies Doan's Kidney Pills give relief from backache headaches dizziness and urinary issues. He says the medicine regulates his kidneys and reduces trouble. Price 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY advertise 12 The Stor i.
An old advertisement touts TIZ foot bath benefits promising instant relief from blistered and sore feet with a 25 cent box sold at stores. The surrounding column notes Miss Bessie Hemp’s return home and several local residents visiting at the Hemp home over the weekend and nearby social visits.
Mr and Mrs Loring Hemp and daughter Virginia Larene visited his parents Mr and Mrs D H Braithwaite in Arden over Saturday and Sunday.
The Winchester Virginia public sale auctions four city houses and lots on Saturday June 10 1916 by authority of the Corporation Court decree. Properties include a Loudoun street 35 ft 8 in front, a South Kent street 56 ft 3 in front, a Kent street 53 ft 8 in front, and a North Kent and Baker streets corner lot with varying dimensions. Terms require one third cash with two bonds for balance, secured by deed of trust and fire policy. cash option available. Special Commissioner J Hunter Williams and attorney R Gray Williams oversee the sale. Clerk I J B Beverley certifies the court decree authority.
Officer Neville found a intoxicated man on the street at night who gave the name George W. Anderson. He was taken to police headquarters and Lacy paid a fine and costs totaling $4.
Messrs S C Dawson of Alexandria Virginia and G Y Worthington and F C Worthington of Washington were among arrivals at Hotel Jack last evening.
Public auction in Winchester Virginia on June 24 1916 at noon offers the property located 124 W Leicester Street fronting 24 feet with 1111 feet depth. Sale terms require one third cash and balance in one and two years with interest. Bonds deeds of trust and insurance policies secure the deal. M Lynch trustee and Wm M Bin acting as auctioneer.
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