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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1917
Page
6
Robert Sherman presents the comedy A Good For Nothing Husband at the Empire next Wednesday October 24. The play promises witty dialogue and humorous moments with a skilled company. Tickets range from 25 to 75 cents.
Stuart Holmes stars in William Fox's The Derelict a new drama comedy pairing deville and Billy West with clever humor. The film marks an unusually fine portrayal by Holmes in a lighthearted production from Fox Film Corp.
Scenic detail and direction by Aone Baugh elevate the screen version starring Stuart Holmes as The Derelict. Teddy Brant, Mary Martin, and June Daye headline a strong cast with a note of pathos and nuance. showings tonight at 7:15 and 9:20, comedy at 8:35, vaudeville at 9:00. Admission 15c, children 10c, pictures alone 10c.
The Harmony Trio proved to be a highly pleasing attraction at Empire Theater last night despite heavy expense. Their trio singing and comedy bits drew continuous applause, nearly stopping the show as they bowed repeatedly. The act billed as The Seflo, The Soldier and the Red Cross Nurse drew wide praise.
A slogan outlines that there are no fees or dues for United States Food Administration membership. The organization is a civic group of millions of patriotic women pledging to avoid wasting food to ensure ample supplies for the nation and its allies in Europe.
Women urged to sign food conservation cards as the eia administration promotes a movement to eliminate waste. Signers will receive color printed membership cards to display in kitchens or front windows, with kitchen cards providing daily reminders to save food. Mrs. Barton notes some signers have not yet received their cards and asks for names to Winchester Chamber of Commerce for delivery.
All members are requested to place their contributions in the hands of the directors by October 31. Mrs S L Lupton presides and Miss May H Hibist serves as secretary.
An old fashioned parenting ad promotes California Syrup of Figs as a remedy for bilious stomachs and bowel issues in children. It claims quick relief by cleansing sour wastes and urges mothers to choose genuine bottles, warning against counterfeits.
A Staunton Virginia delegation of Knights Templar attended Winchester Commandery No. 12 K T for degree work. They held a banquet at the Masonic Temple on North Main Street with many members attending, traveling by car and returning early this morning after the event.
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