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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1926
Page
4
Publisher Barry Flood Byrd announces this Winchester Virginia newspaper. Rates listed for subscriptions by mail and carrier in advance, with Associated Press rights noted for republication of news dispatches.
Saturday October 2 1926 offers a brief Bible thought and a prayer devotion. The message invites bold prayer and mercy through grace in times of need, citing Hebrews 4 16 and reflecting on Christ’s cross as glory.
The Valley letters reveal Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company funded a four cent postage propaganda edition criticizing Governor Byrd. Officials critique the company for high legal expenses used to raise rates while charging the costs to telephone users. The Newport News Press later published a correcting editorial. The company appeals a Virginia state decision, arguing bond requirements and Governor Byrd’s actions.
The Daily Press states Governor followed counsel of Attorney General Saunders Assistant Battle and others regarding an appeal by the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company. Advisers said a suspension bond was unnecessary to perfect the appeal and could violate an agreement, though Berry approved a public governor statement. The governor contends filing a suspension bond would affect Court of Appeals discretion on retroactivity of rates. The paper asserts it aims only to inform patrons of the telephone company, not to reopen debate.
An Albany newsdealer, hours before jumping in front of a subway, drafted a spare will leaving 10000 dollars to the Keith theatre’s girl cashier who had shown him courtesy. The cashier’s kindness and daily support moved him in a life of hustle. The tale echoes 0 Henry style about small city kindness.
The piece reflects on Britain's decade long shift from imperial federation dreams to a view of England as a declining, overpopulated island. It notes enduring unity may exist through commerce and industry, despite pessimistic opinions. It argues English liberty powered growth, suggesting Britain should not be dismissed as a minor enclave.
Brooklyn Daily Eagle notes New York Central tests an 170 ton electric freight hauler. Heavier freight hauls cut traffic costs and keep rail lines competitive against automobile competition. Auto trucks push railroads to improve with more specialized services.
A Boston scientist reports the chance of dying from lightning is about one in a million while being hit by an automobile is higher. He notes rural areas lack metal frames and lightning conductors, explaining lower lightning risk for country residents. He also cites a five year death survey and traffic accident figures to compare fears and real dangers.
Followers of the racing game at British Columbia tracks are betting this season at the rate of more than $100,000 a day, or nearly $13,000 a day more than last year.
The Charlottesville Chamber of Commerce promotes a new road map and pocket folder to lure Sesqui Centennial visitors from Philadelphia into the Shenandoah Valley. The guide highlights Monticello, the University of Virginia, Staunton, Winchester, and other historic sites, aiming to extend tourist trips into Charlottesville and the broader Valley.
Albert Snapp and sister Obelia from Midway and T Simpson of North Fork leave by auto for Boston to enter Boston University School of Theology and study music. They tour Frederick Baltimore Philadelphia and plan time in Philadelphia for Sesqui-Centennial visits. Friends wish them a pleasant tour and successful year.
The Richmond News Leader reports former Governor Westmoreland Davis cruising the Chesapeake Bay aboard his yacht Virginia with guest George Bryan of Richmond. They visited Tangier Island and nearby areas and were hosted by former Senator G. Walter Mapp during an eastern shore auto trip.
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