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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 14, 1927

Page

4

Evening Star Publishing Co. Rates and notices for Winchester

Harry Flood Byrd publisher announces rates for subscriptions by mail and carrier in Winchester Virginia. Consolidations with The Morning News Item The Weekly News The Weekly Times and The Weekly Mirror are noted. Bible Thought and Prayer urged daily memorization for children. The Eternal King verse ends with a prayer for divine judgment.

Morning News The Weekly News Weekly Times Weekly Mirror

Conquering Tuberculosis in Virginia

Miss Agnes D. Randolph reports progress in Virginia's fight against tuberculosis with death rates dropping since 1915. The state funds public health, operates three sanatoria, and runs free clinics in 65 counties and cities, with bold results and cautious optimism for eradication through education and public cooperation.

Agnes D. Randolph State Bureau of Tuberculosis Education Virginia Catawba Sanatorium Blue Ridge Sanatorium Piedmont Miss Randolph

A Story of Stonewall Jackson

Petersburg Progress Index reports a newly told tale from Dr. E. P. Tompkins of Lexington about Stonewall Jackson. The account notes Jackson’s early grasp of the looming sectional conflict and a telegram he received in 1861.

Stonewall Jackson Petersburg Kiwanis Club Lexington E. P. Tompkins Jackson Tompkinfe Richmond Virginia Waybill Staunton Tompkins T. J. Jackson

Forebodings of Long War Ahead Echoed by Jackson and Tompkins

The passage recalls Mae Jackson inviting Tompkins to join a Harpers Ferry disturbance described as a six weeks frolic type affair. Jackson reassures Tompkins they will all be present as the matter ends. General Lee had warned the conflict could last four years.

John Brown Mae Jackson Harpers Ferry Lee

Perils of the Beauty Quest in Modern Times

The piece notes that the pursuit of youth and beauty remains vigorous across the nation. It cites New York doctors urging cosmetics regulation under the Food and Drugs act, mentions London cautions on cheap cosmetics, and references French Africa penalties for extreme beautification efforts.

Norfolk Ledger-Dispatch Ponce Dé Leon New York 8 the Times New York State Medical Society London French Africa

Makes Us Look Small Lynchburg Ambassador Duties

Commentary on the heavy costs and social obligations faced by an ambassador, noting the strain of hosting functions and the expense involved in fulfilling official duties. The piece reflects concern that such duties portray the nation as diminished.

Lynchburg

Hand Work Laundry Serves City with Delicate Garments

The only city laundry offering strictly hand work and one day service to 9 a.m. Special attention to schools and inns. Family washes wet or dry. Will call for laundry anywhere in town. Phone 494.1. Plant in rear 4128 Kent. Boyd F Jackson, proprietor.

Kent Boyd F. Jackson

Fine Maryland property for sale near Thurmont Frederick Road

On Saturday September 17 at 2 pm a sale will occur on the premises along Thurmont Frederick State Road Frederick County Maryland. The site features limestone soil good water ample fruit six acres under gold fish culture with fine buildings and proximity to a church and school plus a mile from the shipping station. Auctioneer Paul R Leatherman Lewistown Md.

Thurmont- Frederick State Road Frederick County Maryland Paul R. Leatherman Lewistown G. A. Newcome Farm Winchester Bufflick Road SOF Place Farmers and Merchants Bank

Ambassador's small Chile trip bill sparks pennywise debate

The article argues US diplomats pay their own costs, lamenting the $2.82 expense for Ambassador Collier in Santiago as petty. It contends only wealthy individuals can bear such patriotic service, contrasting with government pay. The tone questions Comptroller General McCafl's permission of the minor charge.

United States McCafl Santiago Chile America Colliér

Government expense dispute sparks debate on official allowances

A fragmented excerpt discusses the Comptroller General's ruling on government spending. It argues Washington officials should cover a small legitimate expense of 2.82 dollars while criticizing an ambassador for bearing it himself, framing the issue as a test of federal accountability.

Reckless Driving Theory Meets Insurance Idea

Raleigh readers consider compulsory liability insurance as a deterrent or incentive for reckless motorists to seek compensation. The column outlines how awareness of insured risk coverage might influence behavior and encourage safer driving practices.

Insurance and motorist liability questions discussed in law notes

The text debates cancellation of insurance for motorists who break laws and the idea of compulsory liability coverage. It cites Massachusetts courts denying insurers from selling policies to lawbreakers and notes the risk that new policies could enable further recklessness. It touches on disincentives for carrying mobility policies.

Massachusetts Theitchen

Vinol advertisement at Baker's Drug Store

A vintage ad touts Vinol iron and cod liver compound claiming to strengthen weak and nervous people. Customer testimonial from Mrs H Willis cites dramatic improvement after use. The copy urges buying at Baker's Drug Store through Miller's Drug Store reference.

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