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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1926
Page
4
The Evening Star based in Winchester Virginia lists publisher Harry Flood Byrd and post office details. It notes consolidation with several local papers and provides subscription rates for various periods, plus Associated Press affiliation and republication rights.
A 1926 campaign item notes for Congress candidate Thomas W Harrison with a religious prayer invoking blessing and acceptance through Jesus Christ. The text misprints include Bible verse and phrasing about prayer and forgiveness as part of a party ticket promotion.
The Sesquicentennial in Philadelphia failed financially due to late planning poor publicity and lack of attendance. Citizens delayed plans until it was too late and did not attract paying admissions. Only about five million instead of twenty five million entered. Sunday hours upset churchgoers and public sentiment.
A North Carolina article discusses state and county efforts to supply prisoners with nightgowns and the difficulties in enforcing the change. Officials argue clothing improves moral and mental hygiene, while some foresee force as a last resort, noting that changing attire could alter behavior and outlook for inmates.
The Winchester Star argues large apple crops do not translate to lower consumer prices. It notes producers receive low returns while consumers gain little, despite a five million barrel surplus versus last year. Governor Byrd's Newport News publication also weighs in on the price split.
The piece argues that crop shortages raise prices while surpluses do not lower them, noting cotton and potato price dynamics. It critiques the chain from farmers to retailers and railroads, questions regulation effectiveness, and calls for Congress action to raise farmer incomes amid rising living costs.
Danville Register reports Representative Thomas W. Harrison seeks re election in the Seventh District and faces Dabney C. Harrison who is described as a perpetual candidate. Dabney charges Harrison with backing a Berger pill but the claim was previously debunked using the Congressional Record.
A partial divorce was awarded to Mrs. Ora L. Patterson from Charles E. Patterson in Frederick County Circuit Court for desertion dated March 29, 1924. She obtains custody of infant Carlton B. Bayliss and may resume the maiden name Ora A. Bayliss. husband to pay $10 monthly for child support until further order. Sun spot interference with radio reception noted by Dr. J H Dillinger of the Bureau of Standards.
A joint raid by four Federal prohibition officers one Virginia State agent and two Frederick County officials yielded limited results. They captured one prisoner John Blaindale charged with possession of a still and a small amount of mash, and released Leslie Ritter on bail for possessing a worm. Two small stills were seized and under two barrels of mash found. no moonshine was recovered. They aim to arrest a third man.
An old time advertorial touts St Jacobs Oil as a harmless liniment that quickly relieves chest colds sore throats and back ache with a gentle chest rub. It claims instant relief non burning and a 35 cent bottle recommended for 65 years at drug stores.
Paul M. Haldeman leads the Northern Valley Cow Testing Association monthly report with top herd and three high cows. The data shows Holsteins and Jerseys dominance as farms report solid averages due to good fall pasture and steady herd health.
A patient describes years of stomach gas and appendix pain relieved by Maya's remedy after trying doctors. He credits a druggist for the treatment claim and offers a money back guarantee through Bake's Drug Store and druggists everywhere.
Mrs. Joseph Funkhouser of Clarke county was injured at home when her left hand and then her right hand were caught in a corn sheller. One finger was torn off and several others were crushed. Treated by Dr. C. O. Dearmont, she was moved to hospital and later returned home as healing progressed. She formerly was Miss Chamblin of Clarke county.
A woman wearing a pedometer learns that her walk to bake a simple pie covered a quarter of a mile. The discovery highlights everyday activity and mobility during routine kitchen tasks.
Physicians and druggists now recommend Calotabs to break up a cold overnight or shorten grippe influenza and tonsillitis. One or two Calotabs at bedtime with water purges the system, with no salts or nausea. Next morning the cold vanishes and appetite returns. a family package with full directions costs 35 cents at any drug store.
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