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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1918
Page
4
A period piece column portrays a tense mood as the speaker mocks alarmist commentary about war and ruin. The narrator, Billy Mason, reflects on prophecy fear and the urge to scold while offering a sliver of hope amid grim predictions.
A 1918 camp scene shows families and soldiers at a table with a father mother and children as some brothers sisters and spouses gather. The narrator notes many men remain overseas while others stay due to transfers. Army red tape is described as necessary for discipline and morale. Nearby a trainee named Harry is briefly mentioned and a few others are listed at the base post office.
The letter describes strict camp rules with heavy penalties for rule infractions, asks home front readers to send comfort items like smileage books and heavy socks, and emphasizes care of soldiers' feet. Mentions Major Roszel in France and various individuals around Winchester and Lee Avenue.
Clarence Evelyn Omps son of Mr and Mrs R L Omps and Miss Della Dorens Whitacre of Frederick county were married at the Presbyterian manse on September 10 by Rev J H Lacy.
Stockholders of the Valley Turnpike Company must file proof of ownership with Secretary D B Dinges in Middletown VA by October 2. Those lacking original certificates must present sworn statements detailing their ownership claims. The company aims to distribute funds promptly after October 15 with minimal delay to holders. Prepared by President H F Byrd.
Mrs. James Boggs and Mrs. M. P. Smith visited Mrs. Ellen Campbell at Painters Hill on Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Knee and Mrs. T. P. Ward spent Friday evening in Winchester. Hugh Price and Naomi Pierce of Winchester visited Mr. and Mrs. H. Shull on Wednesday. Dora Strosnider visited relatives at Star Tannery last week. S. Brent has improved from illness. Walter J. Funk and two children spent Saturday and Sunday at Waterlick visiting relatives. Mrs. J. Shull and daughter moved to Winchester for the winter. Vivian Martin of Opequon visits Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Shull. E. J. Funk of Middletown was here on business.
The Rev. Dr. Waltet Mitchell of Charleston S C will conduct communion at 730 a m and preach at 8 p m Sunday in the Episcopal Church Stephens City He will also hold preaching at 346 p m Sunday at the Episcopal Church Middletown Mrs S A Seabright returns from West Virginia accompanying Mrs Fannie Swartz as guest for some time
Dodson's Liver Tone is advertised as a safe alternative to calomel saying it cleans sluggish livers and eases constipation without salivation. The ad guarantees morning relief or money back, and claims wide acceptance with a 50 cent bottle sold by druggists.
By decree of Iron Court at July term 1818 executor M Trundle offers for sale a lot 70 by 80 feet on Eat Gerard Street Winchester Va with two residences Nos 6 and 16 adjoining Mrs Mary Conner. Property may be sold as two parcels or in one block with terms: one third cash and balance in two annual instalments secured by bonds and deed of trust.
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