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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1917
Page
4
A fragmented notice from The Evening Star indicates a postal matter at the Winchester post office. It mentions 2nd class mail service and a small monetary amount.
A wartime column argues tobacco offers relief amid trench tedium and stress. It defends cigarettes as a mild indulgence, noting public controversy but concluding smoking provides real relief under war psychosis. The piece cites experts and a Canadian front-line observer in support of moderation.
A reflective wartime poem condemns joyful killing and the romanticized soldier. The speaker rejects glamour in warfare, stating he will not delight in slaying, but feels sorrow and duty as he aims at enemies. He contrasts heroic bloodlust with his own reluctant, grieving stance.
The list shows unclaimed letters in Winchester Virginia for the week ending Saturday September 29. Names include Mrs Lyniss Bohannan Miss Parelma Farr Mrs. Gwindi Mrs Lucy C Hert Mr Clarence Parker Torrington and Bonde Miss Nellie King. A cent per letter fee applies to callers. J W Sibert P M.
An advertisement promises a mailed trial package of Foley products including Honey and Tar Compound for coughs and colds, Foley Kidney Pills, and Foley Cathartic Tablets, asking readers to mail their name and address to Foley & Co. in Chicago.
Viola Salada of Von Ormy Texas reports a run-down condition improved after taking Vinol. She describes loss of appetite and cough, says appetite returned, cough vanished, weight gained, and declares herself well and strong. The advertisement guarantees Vinol will build up anaemic sufferers or refund money.
Capt. Charles E. Moore of Clarke County has arrived in France to join the American Expeditionary Forces under General Pershing. He is the third Clarke County son to reach European battlefields, following Capt. Lloyd Williams and Richard Kidder Meade. Moore became a captain after a year as a second lieutenant and is noted as an efficient drill officer.
Tokyo reports two 32000 ton battleships under construction named Nagapo and Isee with plans to dominate the fleet. The navy office also aims to fund at least 32 submarines 20 destroyers and five cruisers at a total cost of 75000000 dollars, lifting the yearly naval budget by 175000000.
Wrath stirs in the Second Virginia Infantry at Anniston Alabama after an ambulance gifted by Red Cross chapters is confiscated by General Gaither and given to the Maryland Ambulance Company. The high power motor and modern appliances contrast with the regiment's loss.
Virginia bred Duroc hogs prove popular in South America with two carloads shipped last year by C. H. Crafton. The crates received repeat orders as buyers praise the Virginia stock. A new shipment of select boars and sows was sent to South American ports on Thursday.
Mrs. Ira Couch Wood of the Coun cil of National Defense urged increased official war information for American women. After touring eight Midwest states she said women back the war through patriotism and call for explanations of why the United States is in the conflict.
Prof Charles G Maphis of the University of Virginia brother of J L Maphis of Winchester has been chosen for the American Red Cross speakers bureau. Fifteen Virginia citizens will explain Red Cross work and aims. the state will be split into districts for speaking calls.
The speech contrasts David Farragut era restraint with Sub commander Semmes of the Alabama, noting he spared passengers during prize landings. Roosevelt argues modern submarine ruthlessness lacks comparable humanitarian regard. Mrs. J S Orndoorff and daughter Hazel visit Brucetown to see ill Aunt Maggie Smithey.
An ad promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a purely vegetable remedy to improve skin tone appetite and energy. It claims to clear complexions by stimulating the liver and bowels like calomel without dangerous after effects and notes widespread sales at 10c and 25c per box with nightly use.
Winchester resident Miss Lou C. Jones reports severe backache and irregular kidney action resolved by Doan's Kidney Pills after a single box. She notes improved comfort and function with use and recommends the remedy at 60 cents from dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sponsors the testimonial.
Train arrival schedule notes Cumberland Valley 7 inch cars at Winchester station daily except Sunday with a 9 20 am listing. Superintendent A Rippie and P A listed in station notices as general authorities.
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