Public sale of a fine brick residence in Winchester
By decree of the Corporation Court of Winchester Virginia the property of John B. Shull is offered at public auction in front of the courthouse at 12 o clock noon on Saturday November 16 1918. The lot No 219 on the west side of South Main Street between Clifford and Cork streets fronts 29 feet 8 inches and extends 188 feet more or less. Improvements include a large two story brick residence. Terms: one third cash on day of sale and balance in two equal annual installments secured by two bonds and a deed of trust with insurance policy. Special commissioner M M Lynch auctioneer A G Swanson. Given October 17 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corporation Court of the City of
Winchester
Virginia
Harriett Chapman
Anderson
Ourt House
South Main Street
Clifford and
Cork Street
John B. Shull
M. M. Lynch
A. G. Swanson
Kate S. Anderson
J. B. Beverley
Corporation Court
City of
Briscoe Divorce Suit In Frederick County Court
The Clerks Office of the Circuit Court of Frederick records a suit filed on October 3, 1918, by Ester V. Briscoe against Stanley Briscoe for a mensa et thero divorce and general relief. An affidavit shows the defendant is not a Virginia resident. he must appear within 15 days after publication and protect his interest. Publication required weekly for four weeks in Winchester Star and posting at courthouse door. I. B. Beverley, Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
County of
Frederick
Ester
Winchester
I. B. Beverley
Frederick County
William D. Carter
Lizzie Myers Carter
Lizdie Myers Carter
Virginia
J. W. Baker, JR
No taxes in Orson Sweden and other tax free places
London Mail reports towns with no taxes such as Orson Sweden where railways are free and schools libraries and phone service cost nothing. Mourmalon France provides annuities from timber income. Innishmurray Ireland has fourteen resident families who refuse to pay taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orson
Sweden
Mourmalon
Midi
France
Innishmurray
Ireland
Local Government Board
London Mail
Napoleon Bonaparte A War General Reflected On
The article reviews Bonaparte's career from early brilliant victories to later defeats. It cites Marengo Austerlitz and Wagram as notable wins while criticizing the Russian campaign and Waterloo. It notes his merit system and rare favoritism, highlighting his cold ambition and moral steadiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bonaparte
Europe
Marengo
Austerlitz
Wagram
Waterloo
Scorpio and Libra in ancient zodiac origins
The article discusses Scorpio as the eighth zodiac sign and the Scorpion constellation, prominent in early summer skies of the southern United States. It notes Libra’s placement after Scorpius, suggests the zodiac’s age predating 2000 B C, and mentions Caesar and Ptolemy in adopting Libra and depicting it with the Scorpion's claws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Julius Caesar
Ptolemy
Egypt
Tecumseh Bones Unearthed At Thamesville Farm
A Thamesville Ontario farm yields bones that may belong to Shawnee Chief Tecumseh who died in 1813 while allied with the British. Metal buttons and a pistol from the era accompany the remains amid credible reports of his burial nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
The Dangers of Haste From The Nervous System
A historical warning describes how hurry worsens health especially in heat. It claims hurried work harms nerves heart digestion and can cause anxiety disorders and permanent palpitations. The piece argues haste wastes energy and body resources twice as fast as careful pace.
Tooth Extraction Delayed by Dentist Absence
Reported by a Vacationist dialogue shows Josiar debating a home tooth removal. He waited two hours for the dentist but refuses to stay longer, arguing he will not intern for nobody.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josiar
Nobuddy
Boston Transcript
Small Farm and House For Sale in Winchester and Frederick County
By authority of a 1918 deed of trust trustee R Gray Williams will sell at public auction two parcels: a 25 acre farm two miles south of Winchester and a half acre plot on Main and Bond streets in Winchester. Terms: one third cash day of sale, two thirds by bonds due one and two years after sale at 6 percent. Sale noon in front of the County Court House Winchester. Also includes 1918 divorce case details in Frederick County court with Lizzie Myers Carter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corporation Court
City of
Winchester
Circuit Court
Frederick County
Virginia
George Randolph
Bowles
Negley
Bufflick Road
Front Royal
Main
Bond
Great Work of District Nurses in Winchester
The District Nurse Association led by Mrs. H. D. Fuller and Miss Namie Strickler along with volunteers and Mrs. H. Clay deGrange provide care and nourishment to influenza patients in Winchester. Strickler and Fuller receive praise from Red Cross officials for their tireless, coordinated efforts under strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Angels of Mercy
Winchester
H. D. Fuller
Mamié Strickler
H. Clay deGrange
Treas
Strict
Fuller
Namie Strickler
Miss Strickler
Red Cross
Chamber of Commerce
District Nurse Association
Flrickler
deGrange
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Praised by Nebraska Mother
Mrs John Koppelikmann of McLean Nebraska reports a healthy baby girl after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The ad claims the remedy helps displacements inflammation ulceration irregularities backache headaches nervousness and mood issues and has aided women for decades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McLeane
Lydia E. Pinkham
John Kopppelmann
R. No. 1
McLean
Nebraska
America
Wade
Railroad Men May Hold Office
Washington October 23. Director General McAdoo announces modification of the order banning railroad employees from office or politics to allow municipal offices and delegates but not chairmen of conventions. The change follows a drive by four leading railroad brotherhoods and cites communities consisting mainly of railroad workers. Regulations align with rules for navy yard workers and other government employees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
McAdoo
Navy Yard
California Syrup of Figs Ad The Child Aid Remedy
A vintage advertisement urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for constipated children and fevers. It promises quick relief, describes signs of stomach and bowel issues, and warns to buy only genuine California Fig Syrup Company products from local druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
California Fig Syrup Company
Will Administer On Father's Estate
The late Dr. Robert W. Stone who died at his daughter Mrs Mary B. Wisler in Salem left no will. On motion of son Edward E. Stone the Corporation Court of Winchester appointed Stone administrator with a $25 000 bond, security by Mrs Wisler and attorney Harry R. Kern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert W. Stone
Mary
Wisler
Salem
Canada
Edward E. Stone
Corporation Court of
Wintchester
F. B. Whiting
Mr. Stone
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Calomel
E. C. Jackson
Shirley Carter
L. Fas
Earth
Napoleon
R. Gray Williams
Brer OR
Coe and
Darden Ery
U. S. Food Administration
Ghichester
Ismond Prand
Paris
Moling & Seal
Home Fire Insurance CO
A. R. Bryarzy Andibro
Wa Ie Spren
Hive
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