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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1928
Page
2
Democrats nominate Delware figure Delware Boyce as a lieutenant candidate following word from the county and public figures. The nominee is connected to Col Boyce and is noted for active public affairs and family ties.
The article honors Colonel Boyce for his efforts to revive the Shenandoah Valley Railroad project. He traveled to secure funds and was chosen to drive the last spike, though he humorously said he “made a fizzle” of the job. He owned Tuleyries estate later tied to Graham F. Blandy and now held by Mrs. Blandy and the University of Virginia.
An editorial urges voters to support Harrison arguing he has served in Congress long enough and should be replaced. It claims responsibility lies with lawmakers to frame laws that serve all classes and contrasts state and federal duties while urging Harrison’s election.
J B Crowell of Mountain Falls Virginia is reprimanded for deficiencies in official duties dated September 11 1928 and issued in the public notices of the time.
Brucetown residents and guests are listed with brief travel and homecoming updates. Names include Andy Whitacre and family, Leslie Henshell, Elsie Vincent, J. D. Russell and family, Juanita Jobe, Janney McKee, Wesley Morrison, Tom Price family, James Slusher, Robert Smith, and John Snapp. Movements span Stephone City to Philadelphia and Jefferson County, with arrivals, visits, and upcoming relocations noted.
An eclectic used car listing highlights Packard 1926 sedan and 1924 7 passenger models, Buicks including 1927 Master 6 and 1928 Master 6 Sport Roadster, Chandler 1927 Light 6, Chevrolets 1928 Coach and 1929 Sedan, Chryslers with pricing, plus 1-ton and cab and body listings. Prices range from 150 to 1650 dollars.
Ninety per cent of unused miles at fifty per cent of original cost promotes a citywide used car deal. Buicks and other makes invite buyers to choose from a varied stock including Buick Touring models and sedans from 1921 to 1927 with easy down payments.
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