Governor Stuart backs Byrd in 10th District race
In a public statement Governor H. C. Stuart endorses Harry F. Byrd for the senate from the Frederick Shena Winchester district. Stuart praises Byrd’s practical experience with the Valley Turnpike Company and predicts strong influence and valuable service in the General Assembly.
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Rial
Stuart
Frederick
Shena
Winchester
Harry F. Byrd
General Assembly
Byrd
Valley Turnpike Company
Senate
H. C. Stuart
Protect Your Complexion Pond's Extract Vanishing Cream
An old advertisement touts Pond's Extract Vanishing Cream as the magician of the toilet table. It frames the cream as a beauty aid for complexion care and daily use.
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Pond
Railroad Schedules for Winchester Arrivals and Departures
Daily schedule shows arrivals in Winchester from precursor stations at 9 20 AM and 7 22 PM with deviations on Sundays. Note lists Rippie and Gen P A as authorities.
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Winchester
P. A
Southern Railway Timetable Strasburg Harrisonburg 1914
Western line schedule details for Strasburg to Harrisonburg with westbound and eastbound departures and arrivals. Includes local service times to Harrisonburg and Alexandria, parlor car notes, and agent contact C. W. Westbury Washington DC.
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Strasburg
Harrison
Harrisonburg
Alexand
Washington
Pshington
Alexandria
Ashington
C. W. Westbury
Geo Agt
Washington, DC
Norfolk and Western Timetable Fragments
Schedule fragments show routes to Bristol Roanoke Shenandoah Welch Norton and interline stops with Pullman Sleepers Dining Cars Parlor Car and cafe car. Notes include northbound Hagerstown Harrisburg Philadelphia connections Shenandoah Junction and New York services.
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Bristol
Pullman
Broiler
Roanoke
Blue Cahontas
Welch
Norton
Gary
Winem
Shenandoah
Con Boevous
Memphis
Path
Hagerstown
Harrisburg
Philadelphia
Shenandoah Junction
Kington
New York
Pullma
Protracted Services At Fair View Church In Cross Roads
Cross Roads notes report Rev Py Miller of Wardernsville W Va conducting protracted services at Fair View Church this week and the Lord's Supper to be administered Sunday. Also mentions new Pleasant Grove United Brethren pastor Rev Beale and social visits among residents.
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Cross Roads
Py Miller
Wardernsville
W. Va
Fairview Church
Mr. Beale
Pleasant Grove United Brethren Church
Mrs Kerfoot Dies in Riverdale at Eighty
Mrs Elizabeth S Kerfoot aged eighty died at her Riverdale Maryland home late Friday. She was widow of Andrew Jackson Kerfoot of Clarke county and mother of Mrs John Affleck of this city. Interment will be in Glenwood Cemetery Washington D C tomorrow.
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Elizabeth 5S. Kerfoot
Riverdale
Andrew Jackson Kerfoot
Clarke County
Glenwood Cemetery
Washington, D
Modern debates on morality and marriage flaws
A witty exchange critiques contemporary morals and the contrast with ancient barbarism. A couple of quips discuss affectionate behavior and financial generosity without affection. A joke about hiring a handyman ends with a remark on strict expectations and wages.
Amateurs Court Dolly and Polly In Quick Quip
Polly mocks a suitor for missing niceties while Dolly recalls him tying her shoe with a double knot. The exchange appears in a Judge humorous brief.
Dutch scientist builds triple room quiet mystery
Mrs Bacon notes a Dutch scientist has built three nested rooms with vacuums between them. Mr Bacon quips that such expense is beyond every married man.
California Syrup of Figs Ad Warns Mothers
An old health ad urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for quick relief of constipation in children. It claims coated tongues signal bowel buildup and promises a gentle inside cleansing within hours, recommending a 50 cent bottle with full usage directions.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
No Goat Milk For Her Says Dairy Debate
A witty exchange centers on dairy choices with phrases about goats and cows. The remark challenges the relevance of goat milk when cow milk is available, reflecting a humorous stance in a conversation about milk preferences.
Dead Letters in a Ledger of Law
A reflective column critiques a legislative act praised for patient care yet burdened by weak implementation. The piece debates sufficiency of the law and calls for careful follow through to ensure real effect on those it intends to help.
Doan's Kidney Pills Praised by Winchester Citizen
A Winchester resident, G. W. Sowers, testifies Doan's Kidney Pills improve kidney function and reduce kidney trouble. He notes long use over years and reliable relief. Sold for 60 cents at dealers.
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Chester
Dean
Winchester
Doan
G. W. Sowers
S. Braddock St
Suffragettes Seek Equal Work Within Government
A fragment notes British militant suffragettes favor government work over window smashing and aim to break traditional roles rather than tactics.
In Jail. Lady Philanthropist and Convict Dialogue
A terse exchange shows a lady philanthropist claiming virtue and a convict replying that poverty, not crime, brought him to jail. The man counters that it was a cop who pinched him.
He Was Right About Eating Meat
A humorous exchange about a doctor advising reduced meat intake. The patient initially laughs, then concedes the physician was correct after receiving the bill.
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He Was Right
Christening a Motor Car in a Serio-Comic Tale
In a playful exchange Miss Cayenne christens Briggins car a serio-comic. She remarks the choice sparks mixed reactions, leaving the tone humorous yet thoughtful about the vehicle and its owner.
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Briggins
Miss Cayenne
Do You Believe All Things Come To Those Who Wait
A witty exchange on patience and action contrasts belief that all things arrive to the patient with the view that proactive effort brings results. The dialogue hints at a philosophy that seizes opportunities rather than merely waiting.
New Rendering Sparks Debate on Child Cleanliness
A provocative exchange centers on a room visit where one speaker asks about a dirty faced child, while another defends the old adage that children should be clean, not smeared, highlighting tensions over cleanliness expectations.
Well Known Colored Farmer Is Missing
Harvey Lincoln, a well known colored farmer of Wadesville Clarke county, disappeared about a month ago after visiting his daughter in Harpers Ferry. He left saying he would return to Clarke county, but no trace has been found. Rumors place him possibly in Weverton Maryland or on a train, with his whereabouts remaining a mystery since leaving Harpers Ferry. Some friends fear foul play as he carried at least 150 dollars. Creditors seek judgments or attachments to recover debts.
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Tion
Clarke County
Harpers Ferry
Weverton
Revival at United Brethren Church Week of Services
Revival services begin at United Brethren Church Wednesday at 7 30 PM. Rev W T Walters of First Christian Church preaches Wednesday evening, Rev W H Carter of First Baptist on Thursday, and Rev PG Spencer of Methodist Episcopal on Friday. The public is invited.
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United Brethren Church
W. T. Walters
First Christian Church
W. H. Carter
First Baptist Church
PG Spencer
Methodist Episcopal Church
Unclaimed Letters List at Winchester Post Office
A list of unclaimed letters remaining in the Winchester post office for the week ending October 30 1915. Recipients include Alica Belle J L Colisile H Homer Smith R KE Lasater Mrs George Mann Mrs Lillie Preston Miss Nora Shelly Mrs Roselle Smith J W Sibert and P M. A one cent fee may be required for delivery.
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Winchester
Perhops
Alica Belle
J. L. Colisile
H. Homersmith
R. KE. Lasater
George Mann
Lillie Preston
Nora Shelly
Roselle Smith
J. W. Sibert
P. M
Charity Tea Scheduled At Mrs George Manuel Home
A charity tea to aid poor colored children will be held Friday November 5 at the home of Mrs George Manuel, 584 North Kent Street, correcting an error that listed November 6 in The Star.
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George Manuel
North Kent Street
Star
Blanchard Reports Kidney Trouble Seeks Hospital Help
C. K. Blanchard, postmaster of Blanchard California, writes about severe kidney trouble that required hospital care and credits Foley Kidney Pills with complete relief.
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C. KE. Blanchard
Blanchard, Cal
Foley
Pitts
The Waltz Lovers in a Mayfair Ball
Billy Kennard, a penniless musician, falls for Marjorie Watson, posing as Miss Etheridge. She reveals she arranged a meeting with music publisher Richard Amberson to push his waltz to fortune. He agrees to play the piece for Amberson and for Marjorie, who promises a future beyond social class.
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Billy Kennard
Billy
Etheridge
Arlingfords
Henry of Navarre
Mother Goose
Napoleon
Dolly Madison
Crusader
Miss Muffet
Winter Garden
Miss Etheridge
Mr. Kennard
Richard Amberson
Marjorie Watson
Miss Watson
Marjorie
McClure
Forest acreage reaches 550 million acres nationwide
A report states U S forests total 550 million acres, about one quarter of the total land area, highlighting the vast expanse of woodland across the country.
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Overnor Stuart
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Inberland Valley
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Iter
Burg
Fees Atle
Raburg
Sburg
Scahare
Rrisburge
Delphia
York
Outhern Railway
Alex
Strayburg
Ppanly
Harg
Buffet al
Harrisonrrive
Berryville
Ler
Homas & Messer
Baltimore St
Baltimore, Md
Star Office
James Whitlock
H. €. Miller
Mrs
J. B. White
Mary E. Carpenter
Ada Carpenter
Charles Barr
John Clark
Rh. F. McKee
Zebulon Anderson
A. So
Barrett
Mary Carver
Ella Cadwallader
Salen
John Affleck
Ness
Skinner
Polly
Dolly
Cross
Harvey Lincoln
Wadesville
Be Church
Services
Louise Oliver
Deltox
Crex
Northwest
Axminster
H. K. Green & Bro
Moling & Seal
Union Bank of Winchester
Kernstown
Middletown
Stephens City Star Tannery
Mt. Falls
Gore Opequon
Canterbury Marlboro Stephenson
C. R. McCann
Frederick County
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