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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1930
Page
4
The fragment lists surcharge and advance rates with figures like 3.60, 2.75, 4.50, and 2.25, alongside scattered garbled words. It mentions National Advertising Representatives, Devine-Tenney Corporation, and cities New York Des Moines Chicago.
The Associated Press states exclusive rights to use all AP dispatches and local news in the paper. The edition is consolidated with Morning News Item The Weekly News The Weekly Times and The Weekly Mirror.
A fragmentary religious note from Lynchburg Virginia quotes scripture and a prayer line. The text urges humility before God and casting cares upon him, referencing 1 Peter 5 6 and a brief prayer line about glory and honor.
In a national radio address President Coolidge Rejects claims of government guarantees against recession arguing prosperity comes from wise policy and stable taxation. He condemns Republican overconfidence and tariff missteps while Democrats accuse the party of fueling market distress through reassuring but risky statements.
The piece argues that Republican trade and tariff policies have harmed the US surplus markets by inviting retaliation, condemning the idea of free selling abroad while restricting imports at home. It calls for a Democratic Congress next Tuesday and a Democratic president two years later, claiming voters deserve relief from GOP excuses and promises.
Richmond News Leader recalls how Virginia Military Institute cadets trained early regiments for the Army of Northern Virginia. May 1861 to 1862 saw V. M. I. drill masters shaping infantry at Camp Lee and artillery at Richmond College site. Cadets also guided Jackson and Harpers Ferry cavalry drills, a foundational service long overlooked.
The Staunton News Leader reports Mussolini's threats to extend fascism across Europe by 1950, warning that universal fascism would bring universal despotism. It argues Fas cism rests on military force, suppresses free speech, and would erase individual rights, urging opposition to autocratic rule in Germany, France, and Britain.
A quoted line hints at hesitation about submitting to a plan or demand. The speaker questions whether people would agree now or even in a distant future. The passage conveys doubt about widespread willingness and long timelines.
Handley High School Judges prepare for their fifth 1930 football game as they host Berkeley Springs here tomorrow at 2 30 in a bid to maintain early season momentum.
In Winchester Virginia on October 27 1930 the court orders that a commissioner ascertain and report debts of the estate of A Taylor Ritter Jr and Luther Pannett's admin transactions. The commissioner will report real estate held by Ritter Jr its value shares buyers and whether a sale is needed. Final notice sets November 15 1930 for interested parties to attend and present proofs of claims.
Handley High prepares for a 2:30 PM clash at Handley Field against an aggregation from West Virginia High School. Coach Parsons says local recruits are shaping into a strong line and broken-field runners, aiming for a third home win after two prior games.
Shepherd College in Shepherdstown West Virginia canceled its November 1 football game with Shippensburg State Normal School due to the poor physical condition of players from recent smallpox inoculations. Four regulars reported ill on Wednesday and no practice was held Monday. The team will still play Gallaudet on November 8.
Brunswick defeated Frederick High School 8 to 0 in the Senior High School Soccer League on their home field. Frederick girls also trounced Railroad in fieldball 22 to 4.
The Brunswick aggregation met Handley High School of Winchester on their home field in an early contest for the latter squad. The game ended 7 to 0 in favor of the Ryland team.
Martinsburg West Virginia halted plans for a city celebration honoring Hack Wilson, NL star and 1930 home run king, after Mrs. Wilson said he would not return home for several weeks possibly until year’s start. Parade and loving cup ceremony were canceled indefinitely.
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