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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1935

Page

6

Time has come to discuss sound insurance for public property

The text argues against insuring public property in mutuals citing court decisions. It lists 34 states whose constitutions forbid pledging state credit or public property insurance to mutual companies. States named include Alabama Arkansas California Colorado Delaware Florida Georgia Idaho Illinois Iowa Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Jersey New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oregon South Carolina South Dakota Texas Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming.

Alabama Arkansas California Colorado Delaware Florida Georgia Idaho Illinois Iowa Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Jersey New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oregon South Carolina South Dakota Texas Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming

Insurance pitch with uniform rates and advance pricing

An advertisement touts a standard insurance product with uniform pre set rates and no future assessments. It promises complete protection and upfront pricing with a phone contact.

Red Cross to Hold Virginia Conference October 14

Virginia Red Cross chapters plan a regional conference series from October 14 to 24 with leaders from national headquarters. Virginia posted the largest numeric gain in membership last year and aims to reach 90 000 members this year as it previews safety campaigns and disaster relief programs.

Red Cross Virginia William Carl Hunt Virginia Red Cross Washington United States

Jousting Tournament Revived at Farnley Estate in Virginia

Entries are rolling in for an old-time jousting tournament to be held October 19 at Farnley near White Post. The event, the first in nearly 20 years in Clarke County, draws many Blue Ridge Hunt Club members and hopefuls from the Piedmont district. The Rev Ronald Rowland of Meade Memorial Church heads the program.

Meade Memorial Church

Florida Mayor Fascinated By Valley Scenery

Jacksonville Mayor John T. Alsop Jr on a 30 day goodwill motor tour described the Shenandoah Valley as the most beautiful trip in America. He noted Virginia sights and planned a radio address from Jacksonville to extol the trip. He also highlighted Jacksonville's municipal ownership and its $10 million lighting plant and other facilities.

America John T. Alsop, Jr Jacksonville Fla Roanoke Times Washington Shenandoah Valley Virginia Georgia North Carolina Tennessee Kentucky Ohio New York Alsop Roanoke Mayor Alsop Columbia Broadcasting System

War Poem Against Cruel African Conquest by Wilmer F. Shryock

An emotive poem denounces violence in Africa, condemning conquest, vengeance, and greed. It portrays women and children fleeing, scenes of slaughter, and appeals for mercy, with a stark antiwar message.

Pictures What Another World War Would Be luncheon note

The Chamber of Commerce luncheon at Battle Town Inn discussed a potential World War and the risk of global involvement. E L Midmyer introduced Mr Simmons and noted his state counsellor honor in the Junior Order of the United American Mechanics and his role as Berkeley schools superintendent. R E Potts presided and announced a Christmas card party proceeds of 197 dollars. Mayor Harris planned to announce the date of a special election on a new sewerage system financed by a 34364 grant and a 42000 loan, with J B McCrary Engineering of Atlanta drafting plans.

Chamber of Commerce Battle Town Inn League of Nations E. L. Midmyer Mr. Simmons Order of the United American Mechanics Simmons Berkeley R. E. Potts Chamber Blackburn Smith H. B. Harris PWA J. B. McCrary Engineering Company Atlanta, Ga

National Rules Adopted For Annefield Cup Race Meet

National Rules for Race Meet adopted by the National Steeplechase and Hunt Association apply to the fourteenth Annefield Cup and three other Blue Ridge Hunt Club races on October 30 at Annefield estate of Philadelphia sportsman William Bell Watkins. The feature event is the Annefield Cup, with Kentmere Steeplechase Old Dominion Cup and Woodley Cup also on the program.

National Steeplechase and Hunt Association Blue Ridge Hunt Club Annefield William Bell Watkins Philadelphia

Unusual Hog Weights Reported in Recent Years

The records note hogs weighing 1350 to 1500 pounds as unusual, while mature hogs commonly reach 1000 to 1200 pounds. The text also mentions Ethiopia's independence and its historical status as an Egyptian province.

Ethiopia

Public Auction of Furniture Under Delinquent Tax Levy Winchester

By levy for delinquent taxes and distress warrant in F A Shryock vs E W Collis I offer for sale at the Winchester Court House on October 12 1935 at 10 A M the following personal property 1 upright piano stool 3 piece upholstered living room suite 2 straight chairs and various other furniture items Cash terms. Taylor Barr Sergeant.

Taylor Barr

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