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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1922
Page
6
A vintage advertisement touts Sage Tea Dandy and Wyeth Sulphur Compound as a Grandmother’s recipe to restore dark hair color. It claims gray, faded hair darkens quickly, yielding a youthful look with regular use and promises strong, even tones.
The USDA biological survey describes two new hog-nosed skunk forms in the Conepatus genus. One, the Arizona hog-nosed skunk, found in southern New Mexico and Arizona, and the Nelson hog-nosed skunk, native to Mexico. The hog-nosed skunk ranges from southern South America to southern Arizona, with adaptations for rooting and insect control.
Advice on using adhesive tape to join and seal items for home repairs. Describes applying heat with a flatiron and hot water bottle to secure joints and ensure a snug wrap for temporary fixes.
The document asserts that Congress holds the power to raise and support armies and to provide everything connected with arming and mobilizing forces. It outlines authority over creating, maintaining, and supplying military forces as directed by constitutional provisions.
The Department of Agriculture warns farmers about misunderstandings of disinfectants versus antiseptics and insecticides. Guidance explains selecting the right preparation, applying liberally, and allowing time for action to prevent losses from animal diseases.
A historical note explains that baling hay reduces bulk and makes long distance transport feasible. Before balers, hay was bulky and costly to move, keeping supply and price local. The study shows up to ten percent of farms in some states have hay balers and bale storage is common for efficiency.
The Corporation Court of Winchester Virginia orders an election on November 7 1922 to decide whether the city shall issue bonds totaling 220000 for enlarging and improving the water supply and sewer system. The ordinance provides a 30 year bond term at 4.75 percent interest with a sinking fund and possible redemption. The notice directs publication in The Winchester Evening Star and posting at voting places.
A fragmented excerpt discusses branding of criminals in England up to 1829, noting that deserters and notably bad soldiers were marked. It compares deeds to children born to us, living and acting apart, claiming deeds have an indestructible life inside and outside our minds.
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