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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1908
Page
6
Mr Hay was declared the party nominee by the district committee after the filing period. The article notes others could file notices but Hay remained unchallenged as the sole candidate.
Hon R T Bart on behalf of Shenandoah county and the State Corporation Commission yesterday ruled that the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad must run its freight trains into Strasburg rather than stopping at Strasburg Junction. After lengthy litigation the company abandoned the fight and now operates passenger trains into the town. the charter mandates trains enter the town, not stop at the junction a mile away. Freight trains must follow the same route.
The Star announces a new postmarital romance titled The Escapade by Cyrus Townsend Brady. The right to publish has been secured for Winchester, with daily installments beginning yesterday.
Sealed bids due April 20 1908 for up to ten thousand dollars in Winchester Virginia public school bonds in denominations of 500 dollars. Bonds bear 4 percent interest. Bids mailed to Shirley Carter chair of the Finance Committee City Council. Right to reject any or all bids reserved.
After the ballot battle, residents are urged to visit D R Eskey’s on West Winter Street to view Majestic Ranges on display. The exhibit runs for the balance of the week. a local dealer promotes the appliances to potential buyers.
At D. R. Eskey's on Water Street a ware set valued at 7.50 is given away free with each Majestic Range sold this week. A handsome present is offered to the lady dress closest to the correct number of biscuits baked at the Majestic Range Exhibit. Don't miss this, as prizes and the free gift attract shoppers.
The well informed demand a simple pleasant laxative. The California Fig Syrup Co. promises a known value remedy with Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna. It emphasizes ethical production, gentle yet prompt effects, and urges purchase from leading druggists at fifty cents per bottle.
Simpson Bros announces a grand opening in Boyce Virginia on Saturday and Monday April 28 20 offering a full line of men’s and boys’ clothing hats shoes and furnishings. Opening specials include men’s suits priced 12 15 value 12 20 750 value 10 12 20 and 450 value 7 8 with custom fit suits from 12 50 to 40.00 and a money back value guarantee.
Mr and Mrs Harry Funk and their son traveled to Washington this morning to visit friends and spend several days there.
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