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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1930
Page
4
The Evening Star enters Winchester Virginia by second class mail under a standard postal fee. Local readers are advised the publication operates under post office guidelines for periodical distribution.
Postal rates show one year in advance at 3.80 and 4.50 for different schedules. Six months and three months rates listed ambiguously. Carrier and weekly options noted with varied prices. National advertising representation listed as Devine-Tenney Corp. in New York Des Moines Chicago.
The Associated Press states it holds exclusive rights to use and publish all its news dispatches and local items published in this paper. The note mentions consolidation with Morning News The Weekly News The Weekly Times and The Weekly Mirror.
An article discusses Republican candidate Garber failing to file candidacy on time for the November election. It argues the law requires sixty days notice, voting eligibility, and campaign limits. Garber is urged to comply to avoid disqualification or unseating, with reference to past violations and potential political fallout.
A political column advises Mr. Garber to stop grousing about a ballot disqualification for the Seventh District. It notes the law prevents his name from appearing on the ballot but allows write-ins and urges him to address campaign issues, including his vote on the Smoot-Hawley tariff.
Richmond dispatch reports the State Drought Relief Committee led by former Governor Byrd proposes a multi source aid package. Federal highway funds advance next year plus 5 million dollars to drought states, with 1.5 thousand jobs in Virginia and a six million loan fund to farmers lacking collateral.
Dr H C Smith formerly of Williamson W Va now practicing in Boyce has returned after being recalled to Williamson to testify in a rail road injury case. Miss Kathleen Morrison of Berryville and Dorothy Costello of Upperville visited Marian and Louise Martin. Mrs Nannie Levi visited friends in Berry. Rev E L Woolfe presiding elder of the Winchester district church attended events.
A fragment notes Dreco Hi speed tablets regulated bowels and removed a tired worn out feeling, claiming restored energy. The passage reflects consumer interest in a treatment product and its promised effects.
South, preached at the local Methodist Church Sunday morning. The regular quarterly conference was held on Monday. Rey and Mrs c v der ie have been called to Baltimore s account of the Miness the latter's aunt who was struck some time ago by an automobile. A union Christmas entertainment is proposed by the three churches this year. It is planned to hold the celebration during eee in the Parish.
Lester pursues Hallie Ellesmere, now in Boston under Dr. Lytton’s plan, while Grannock’s trust hangs by a thread. Broon’s scheming and blackmail loom as Lytton reveals Hallie’s whereabouts and a bitter fate for Socks and Rose Conaldine.
John Garland Pollard projects a defeat of Brown in Virginia by over 50 000 votes as the annual roll call unfolds. Arthur G Jones faces arraignment in Corporation Court on another embezzlement charge tied to a woolen company. Leading New York bankers rescued the Stock Exchange amid a sharp drop from 10 to 40 points. A note observes English natives celebrating their silver anniversary.
Richard Evelyn Byrd Sr. died last night at Johnson Willis Hospital in Richmond. He aided Woodrow Wilson's rise as Democratic nominee and was a notable local figure. The city water commissioner noted Winchester has ample supply if conserved. The Cotillion Club held the first dance of 1925 26 at Shenandoah Valley Academy. Ford touring cars list at 290 dollars F O B Detroit. Weather forecasts suggest drought relief next week.
In Cham sector French forces capture many German troops a Fifteen Years Ago item notes. Local financier James B. Russell urges a monument for Winchester and Frederick County Confederate veterans. Rev. W H Carter resigns as Baptist pastor to take a post in Hertford North Carolina. DuPont Powder Company plant at Hopewell Virginia destroyed by fire with Winchester men among workers. Virginia Health Bulletin warns many schoolhouses in poor health conditions for children.
Bears in Shenandoah district Page County menace farms and people after drought drives animals to desperation. Reports say a school teacher was attacked while on duty as animals target sheep hogs and chickens in the mountains and nearby areas.
Miss Minnie Fletcher teacher at Weaver School in the district was attacked by a bear while returning to her boarding house. The bear threw her down causing numerous deep lacerations. She was taken to a hospital in Harrisonburg for treatment.
The Bureau of Standards states welding will reduce construction costs for many steel buildings and decrease the noise associated with building sites.
McCoy’s Transfer announces five Hawaiian Islands receive daily air service effective November first. The notice notes in 19[??] there are 241 Americans and over 3,000 Americans in business across the group.
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