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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1930
Page
4
Entry lists subscription prices for mail and carrier delivery with terms in advance and a weekly rate. Mentions Mall One year 3.60 and 94.50 totals, six months 4.7 months and 2.25, plus one month options. Notes Devine Tenney as national ad reps for NY Des Moines Chicago and AP rights.
A devotional excerpt cites 1 Peter 1 3 5 praising God the Father through Jesus Christ for new birth and an imperishable inheritance. It pronounces a prayer of praise and blessing to the Lord with a call to bless His holy name in devotion.
The article notes growing momentum for county unification in Virginia despite historic resistance. It cites the governors, lawmakers, and public figures involved, the role of good roads, state agencies, and local chambers in fostering cooperation and regional interchanges. It highlights the new organizers and their aim to strengthen unity for prosperity and prestige.
The drought commission may meet again at the governor's call to implement its plans, though uncertainty remains. Virginians should use the commission's report presentation to offer formal thanks for its difficult task amid daily changing relief conditions and varied administrative support.
The text credits Governor Pollard for prompt action on winter feed and seed supply, with Harry Byrd shaping key proposals and organizing workers across affected counties. It notes the commission’s cautious approach and Virginia’s growing debt of gratitude toward Byrd for his efforts.
The Norfolk Virginian Pilot backs a gold medal for silence for President Coolidge after his 40 word address to 10 000 Legionnaires. It cites his one sentence verdict and notes Governor Gardner introducing Hoover to 50 000 with a brief, formal line.
Canterbury Notes reports the Friendship United Brethren Church Ladies Aid met at Mrs. B. A. Rowland's home. Various local visits are noted, including Rev. E A Richardson and Nellie and Mac Painter with visits to Gainesboro and Springfield. Master Walker Shryock broke his arm last week cranking a car.
Waterlick Virginia October 25 Mrs W E Stickley of Oranda visited Mrs Fred Stickley Monday. Mr and Mrs Clarence Mitchell and two daughters Margaret and Kathleen and little son John of Strasburg spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs M R Robinson. Mrs Monroe Coverstone stayed with her parents Mr and Mrs P B Robinson Monday. Miss Alice McDonald the schoolmistress called on Mrs C W Sedwick Wednesday evening. Mrs Frank Bly and two sons Granville and Clark of Strasboro visited Sunday. Mr Timothy Messick lost a fine cow last week. Mr Leslie Hoffman bought a Chevrolet roadster last week. Mr and Mrs Ben Strickler and little son Franklin spent Sunday with Mrs Strickler's mother Mrs J B Hoffman. Mrs W J Stokes ill but improving.
In the hour of bereavement a funeral director provides advice and help. He is fitted by character training and experience to manage all details, taking charge to free the family from burdens during a difficult time. The service is efficient dependable and sympathetic.
An advertisement touts a glycerin based mix with buckthorn bark and saline claiming relief from constipation in two hours and a full bowel cleanse. It asserts rapid gas relief in ten minutes and promotes Baker's Drug Store as the seller.
We have applied to the State Corporation Commission for approval of a revised schedule between Fairfax Virginia and Winchester Virginia. The proposed change provides round trip daily service and becomes effective November 1 1930. The filing is by McCOY'S TRADES INC signed by W McCoy Beyfread.
A Winchester VA man testifies Natex cured long stomach distress and burning after meals. He says indigestion constipation nervousness and sleep troubles ended, with improved appetite and energy. Natex Health Expert offers free samples at Peoples Service Drug Store daily.
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