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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1917
Page
3
Special Commissioners announce public auction of the McGuire farm known as Woldnook near Berryville Clarke County Virginia containing 100 acres with brick residence and outbuildings. Sale conditions require one third cash, balance in two yearly bonds secured by deed of trust and fire policy. Possession April 1 1918 with tenant wheat rights.
Do not chase happiness but pursue good deeds and happiness will pursue you. The day dawns with hope and the night rests in peace. The world appears good now and the world to come seems better.
Best growth of asparagus depends on soil rich in vegetable matter. Fall plowing with manure and clover sods aids starting the plantation. Use deep soil preparation, adding manure next spring, and incorporate all organic matter thoroughly for a fine bed.
An illustration shows a corn husking rack that provides a convenient seat for husking stalks crosswise. The device holds two or three shocks and spares huskers from sitting on the floor in a cramped position.
The guide advises scraping cow droppings into the gutter before milking and cleaning teats and udders. Use clean hands and rub smooth with goose grease or oil daily, applying some to rough teats. An expert can milk two gallons in five minutes with a steady motion and even pressure, keeping the teat filled with milk.
The passage notes farmers suffer losses when there are not enough teams to prepare land plant and harvest crops. It cites poor teams and unsuitable implements as key causes of failures and urges planning now for the next crop.
An old advertisement describes California Syrup of Figs as a gentle fruit laxative for babies and children to relieve constipation and stomach troubles. It warns to buy only the genuine product from the California Fig Syrup Company and to beware of counterfeits. A separate local notice reports Mr. W H Beaver and bride visiting relatives near Winchester and mentions prior marriage details and a county fair visit.
The executor offers for sale at public auction on Sat Nov 3 1817 in front of the Court House at 12 o clock a desirable residence at No 210 East side of South Braddock Street Winchester Va. The six room house with cellar sits in a fine neighborhood. Terms: one third cash day of sale with balance in two equal annual installments secured by purchaser bonds bearing interest and a deed of trust and insurance policy. M McLYNCH H Executor of Mary EB Taylor. Duvall Dunn Auctioneers.
In the Corporation Court for Winchester Virginia on September 10 1917 Addie Reddish sues James F Reddish for divorce a vinculo on desertion with general relief. Defendant non resident must appear within 15 days after publication. Order to publish weekly for four weeks in Winchester Evening Star and post at courthouse. Clerk B Beverley signs.
Public auction set in Winchester Virginia for the Cornelius Smith House and Lot on Loudoun Street. Deed of trust executed November 27 1908 secures the property with 56 feet frontage and 190 feet depth. One third cash day of sale with two bonds for two thirds paid in one and two years with six percent interest. SHIF CARTER Trustee.
Public auction set for November 12 1917 in Winchester County Court House after decree in chancery William R Hillyard as signee vs William Massey et als. Property includes a 31? by 84 foot lot on South Market Street with a double frame dwelling. One third cash day of sale two thirds by purchaser bonds due one and two years after. Bonds bear 6 percent interest and secured by trust deed and insurance.
A stray remark recalls a neighbor described as a former bundle boy for the store. The speaker muses on how he managed to carry packages in the past, reflecting on his strength and method.
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