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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1920
Page
3
An old advertisement extols Jad Salts as a remedy to flush clogged kidneys and relieve urinary and bladder irritation. It claims the product neutralizes urinary acids, improves kidney action, and can be taken daily as a safe lithia-water drink. The tone urges readers to obtain four ounces from a pharmacist and start a morning dose.
Old remedy for darkening gray hair returns in ready to use Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound. Apply with comb or brush to strands. morning results show darker color and soft luster. Not a medical treatment.
A local health column quotes Dr Reese declaring rheumatism is not incurable. He attributes the disorder to pus pockets from bad teeth or tonsils and promotes Reese Formula R-11 to purify blood and relieve symptoms, advising dental treatment and medical guidance from The Reese Formula Co. Huntington West Virginia.
Revival meetings in Minnie Wood Chapel Va continue with several weeks of progress. Local residents visit Martinsburg and Millwood with wedding attendance at Drums Church. A churchyard picnic for children occurs amid social visits by Edyth Eppard Ruth and Ruth MeCormick from Martinsburg to nearby families. Ruby Alberta Rutherford returns home after visiting Ridgeway West Virginia.
Miss Brownie Samsell received a notary commission from Governor Davis and qualified in the clerk of court’s office yesterday afternoon under penalty of 590 dollars. A 1920 graduate of the Winches mercial department, she works as a grapher for Lacy and other firms and is employed by the Robert Conrad Post of the American Legion. She is helping prepare Victory medal applications for World War I veterans to be presented on November 11, 1920.
Martinsburg native Captain Snodgrass retires after 33 years with the Cumberland Valley line. He was celebrated at Cumberlard Valley station with friends and a club reception. Known for courtesy and protective conduct, he served passengers between Martinsburg Harrisburg and beyond.
An all day Sunday school reunion will be held at Ebenezer on Sunday September 12. Gainesboro district schools superintendents and teachers are urged to attend to share their work. The program opens at 9 00 am with The Glory of Solomon's Reign followed by talks citations and singing in the afternoon.
Mrs 4 W Kremer who was taken ill last week while visiting her aunt Mrs William Kerr in Chambersburg PA has returned home after sufficient recovery. Her condition is improved though she remains under a physician's care.
Baltimore traveler William H. Beale, a veteran traveling representative for a large paint firm, has spent recent days here renewing old friendships and discussing territories and firm matters.
Ad claims Danderine stops hair from falling out after one application and leaves no dandruff while making each hair appear brighter thicker and more colorful. Accents acquires Danderine and endorses its effects.
Greenwood Virginia notes record visits from Rev H G Spencer of Piedmont West Virginia to preach on September 6. The column lists Isabelle Fahnestock from near Winchester staying with grandparents Robersole and other local visits including Edgar Piter and family at Stephens City and Mr William Glaize at Cedar Grove. More items mention Miss Reha Riley returning home from White Post and a piano tuner Mr Walker from Winchester visiting, plus a cottage prayer meeting at Mrs George Pope.
Notice states the seller has sold the place of business and quits merchandise. It asks debtors to present an itemized bid and settle within 30 days, warning accounts may be placed in the hands of officers for collection. Signed W. Tl. Clows er, man at Williams.
Dr Blair's Cream of Cucumber touted as a refined complexion preparation containing cucumber essence. Claims include cooling skin, reducing wrinkles, and lasting all day without dust or blow off. Available 50c and 1.00 in white and fresh colors at stores. Also notes Whitaire's Jazz Orchestra plans to perform next Thursday at Winchester Hall.
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