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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1919
Page
6
A fragmented clipping lists Bell 38 and United High alongside The Weekly Now and The Work lows. The reading appears to catalog telephone numbers or column headings from a historical newspaper page with unclear context.
An unreadable fragment from a local news page noting a patchy section of text. The readable portion mentions Associated Press and exclusive use rights but lacks clear events or names to summarize further.
Philadelphia Ledger discusses whether colleges may freely set admissions and scholastic standards without court interference. It cites Bryn Mawr’s stance in a reinstatement suit and notes legal respect for collegiate control amid disputes like Columbia’s strike, arguing courts should defer to administrative regulations.
A satirical verse by Walt Mason mocks the seeker of cheap, shoddy goods. It contrasts the frugal buyer who neglects quality with the speaker who values value over extravagance, warning of poorly made purchases and their consequences.
Fragmentary poem alluding to freedom and duty. Imagery of sunrise, battle sounds, and a call to overcome oppression. References to a triumphant vision and a looming threat shaped by a tiger’s lurking jaws.
Poem praising USA aid to Belgium and France during war. It celebrates Allied sacrifice, justice, and liberty led by Columbia, with lines greeting returning soldiers and envisioning a world redeemed through shared sacrifice. Authored by Mrs. J. E. Allemong.
Mrs Enid Richard wife of Roy Richard of near Strasburg died after a weeklong illness in Winchester Memorial Hospital where she was treated for appendicitis. Survived by husband a son Leo parents and siblings Curtis Irene Eulalia and Elsie. Funeral details not listed.
The Baptist Church holds services with the pastor preaching at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Sunday. Sermons are titled Lessons from the Doings of Parent Eagles and A Cry from Afar. Sunday school and Men's Bible Class begin at 9 30 a.m. and the Young People's Society meets at 7 p.m. Charles Adey is the pastor.
Mr and Mrs J O Faulkner depart for State College Pennsylvania where Mr Faulkner serves on the faculty of the school of liberal arts at Pennsylvania State College. They have spent the summer with Mrs L R Faulkner of North Brad dock street.
A speaker outlined special work to be done in new schools. He stressed studying each child as an individual and advancing according to capacity, not merely moving along with the class. He questioned why a child should be placed in a lower grade than its ability dictates.
The Handley Board of Trustees led a Winchester schools gathering where Mr. Clerk urged training to reduce labor unrest and strengthen public education. Dr. Spaulding and Dr. Buttrick lauded the plan, while Dr. Flexner and Dr. Bachman credited the General Education Board and praised Mr. Ward for his policy summary.
The United Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes and Railroad Shop Laborers won approval for a new schedule from the railroad administration. A message read at their convention in Detroit declared that there will be no further strike by members. Separately, Velina and Cornelia Rutherford and Mary Key Sanders, all from Baltimore, are guests of Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Rose this week.
A seasoned observer notes that a man who speaks lightly is often quick and lively. The almost philosopher remarks on charm and vigor shaping perception and energy in social exchange.
Fragmentary note indicates bail bill printing at Star Office related to Liberty Boat. No clear names, dates, or outcomes readable. content is sparse and non-specific.
Mrs D Hy An of Winchester reports long standing kidney trouble cured by Dean's Kidney Pills after a trial. She describes sharp back pains and nausea before relief. Mrs Anderson adds she no longer needs kidney medicine since treatment in 1919. 60c at dealers Foster Milburn Buffalo NY.
A small electric motor weighs about 150 grains and sits in a shell roughly 1.5 inches long and 1.25 inches in diameter. The shaft is built to hold dental or surgical tools, usable for fine metal or gem drills. It runs up to 5000 rpm and supports both direct and alternating current.
Diet and health notes discuss fat choices by saponifying capacity, listing fresh cream peanut olive oil cottonseed oil and fats like suet beef fat and lard as preferable. It argues mastication aids digestion of both solid and liquid foods and that olive oil becomes more digestible when agitated in the mouth with air before swallowing.
A brief quoted line from 1911 works by Joseph B Bowles lacks full context but hints at a negative ending following a poor beginning. The fragment presents a somber mood attributed to Euripides.
An old advertisement touts a cheap skin whitening lotion made from lemon juice and Orchard White. It promises to lighten tan and redness, smooth the skin, and be gentle and non irritating with daily facial massage.
Norfolk and Western announces Sept 7 1919 timetable with No 13 9 07 am from Berryville to Bristol including a Pullman parlor car. No 12 13 am runs to Roanoke and intermediate stations with Pullman sleepers to Bluefield and Winston Salem. No 27 53 am serves Shenandoah and intermediate stations.
War courses are offered in addition to the usual UVA programs in Virginia. Graduate, law, medical and engineering departments are included. Ten dollars covers all costs for Virginia students in academic departments. Send for catalog. Howard Winston, Registrar. Teod 7-8-18.
W McC Bond at 32 Water St invites sealed bids for improvement work on Friends' Meeting House at the corner of Washington and Piccadilly Streets. Bids must be received on or before September 15. Interested bidders may call at the address for copies of plans and specifications dated 9 9 31.
Sealed bids requested by Walker M C Bond for digging cellar at Friends Meeting House corner Piccadilly and Washington streets and for installing 2 Moeless furnaces. Bids due by Sept 15. Inspect by calling 32 W. Water St Winchester VA for key. Privilege reserved to reject any or all bids.
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