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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1908
Page
1
The piece denounces Byrd’s proposed enforce methods for local option citing injunctions search warrants and shipment controls as crude ineffective and unconstitutional and argues the old criminal warrant system offers stronger reliable enforcement versus the plan’s loopholes and due process concerns.
The city could borrow 110000 at five percent interest and use the funds for local improvements and revenue. Supporters warn that under local option the city is effectively giving away capital, leading to inevitable increased taxation.
A fragment questions why drastic policy change is wise after years of expansion under license laws. It notes state revenue rising from about 4.0 to 11.6 million and deficits shifting to a surplus, framing it as development amid ongoing legal licensing. The piece warns against fanaticism and the risks of untested reform.
The author outlines three points of local option: it bans sales by local establishments but not by foreign sellers, removes taxes on liquor, and lifts cafe-style restrictions on sales by authorized local outlets. It argues Byrd law repeal and tax implications, noting Winchester tax revenue and statewide impact.
A docket from a single term of Winchester Corporation Court shows multiple cases under the local option law. Citizens named include James Lewis, James P Siler, J W Shorts, Die Brown, William Gordon, W A Evans and Hannah Evans, John Hall, Charles J F Hardy, John Frazier, George Bowman. All prosecutions were abandoned with convictions secured in none after substantial costs.
A newspaper notes that statements in articles are provable and sources are open for verification. It mocks clergy and taxi drivers for seeking tax exemptions and asserts others would be taxed if similar property were possessed.
Readers may guess the number of biscuits baked as part of Dr Eskey's exhibit Majestic Barges with a free service dish awarded to the correct guess. Read to learn how to enter.
Three letters from attorney Chas M Broun accompany Joseph H Savage’s claim for a Berryville liquor license rebate. The correspondence shows Broun seeking payment from the town treasury, noting no funds available and detailing steps to recover $187.50 owed by Berryville.
Letter from Elizabeth Copp of Washington DC arguing for prohibition ahead of Wednesday elections. She denounces saloons for corrupting families and claims liquor traffic harms society, urging readers to oppose licenses and taxes that support saloon interests.
Native of Frederick County addresses citizens on temperance and the Orion campaign. Closing address scheduled for tomorrow night at 8 oclock in the Market Street Church, urging support and public discussion.
State Superintendent of the Anti Saloon League Mr W H Anderson will address a mass meeting at Market Street M E Church Monday at 8 o clock. All voters in Whitechester are urged to attend for temperance views and civic impact.
A fragmented paid advertisement argues against taxing revenue from vice and misery. It presents Tao Kwang as emperor of China refusing to derive revenue from corruption, urging readers to consider taxpayer accountability and ethical governance.
A short classifieds note offers quick ten minute work for moving on April 30, 19068. It promises good pay and asks interested helpers to visit before packing goods with Jones & Jollaifpe.
A court notes a resolution to obtain a loan to settle a claim against the town. The treasurer’s check is cited as the payment source. The message ends with a signature CHAS. M. BROUN indicating author or broker.
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