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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1903
Page
2
Readers are urged to note the candidacy of Senate Judge Frank 8 Tavener and the House of Delegates. The column promotes a subscription offer for a well printed book available to subscribers paying one year six months or three months in advance.
A faction of the State Democratic Central Committee led by E. D. Newman met in Richmond and announced they would not recognize the party primary. The move appears aimed at undermining Lupton who supported the primary, which Lupton and Newman had canvassed for until it seemed loss was certain. The county Democrats plan to proceed with their primary regardless.
Local announcement declares Hugh A. Fank a candidate for the Democratic nomination for the House of Delegates representing Frederick County and Winchester city, pledging to serve constituents and curb public spending. The notice notes the August 15, 1903 primary and mentions support for economy against wasteful expenditures.
A Winchester mother credits Doan s Kidney Pills for curing her seven year old son Fred’s kidney weakness and nocturnal pain. She recalls the doctor’s warning yet reports complete relief after one box and urges others to try the pills, stating they saved his life. Sold by Franck Baker Svan and other dealers for 50 cents a box. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY is the U S sale agent. Remember the name Doan s.
A batch of declarations and pledges from Kernstown and Frederick County voters and candidates. Robert Worsley and A B Richards announce for Treasurer, with endorsements from local committees and pledges to faithful, impartial service if elected. Other candidates include E M Cairns and Burnard Kircuen seeking Democratic support.
A dense page lists multiple declarations for Frederick County Virginia and Maryland area races. Candidates announce for Commissioner of the Revenue Northern and Southern Districts, Sheriff, Commonwealth's Attorney, and State Senate Tenth District subject to Democratic conventions or primaries. Names include C D Brarrawatta Ran Piper H P Kerns Purcell McK For, Clark H Purcell A E Marker, F S Tavenner, S L Lupton.
Board of Supervisors notes show J R Bruce facing questions over his role in district matters. Officials from Back Creek District press for clarity on his duties and influence within the supervisor group.
A collection of ad counsel stressing plain facts in ads, avoiding verbiage, and using truthful circulation statements to build reader trust. Emphasizes speaking to business needs, clear messaging, and avoiding smart aleck tone to boost sales.
The government bureau of forestry issue No. 24 outlines a new method of turpentine orchard ing with illustrations and concise instructions to replace a wasteful system. Southern potato growers favor southern seed for higher returns and marketable tubers. A team of horses can fertilize an acre of alfalfa, boosting hay output if farmers commit to forage. Grape plants can thrive where peaches grow, and early removal of faulty fruit improves strawberry beds. Crab grass harms alfalfa, while Texas is testing tea cultivation.
Mark Twain argues that lying is not limited to words and eyes, asserting that every person tells numerous lies daily. The excerpt references Harper's and a humorous Mortuary tables line, illustrating witty commentary on honesty and aging.
Fragmentary notice from the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. Appears to reference baggage handling and connections at Harpers Ferry and a request to apply at offices in Winchester. Names D B Martin and T B Parton appear as manager and agent respectively.
The Cumberland Valley Railroad offers sixteen day mid summer excursions to the sea shore on Thursdays July 2, 16, 30 August 16 27 and September 10. Excursion tickets to Atlantic City Cape May and South Jersey resorts go on sale at all stations for train No 4 departing Winchester at 7 30 am. Round trip fare is 6 50 and return allowed on any regular train within sixteen days including issue date. Call local ticket agents for full information.
Atlantic City New Jersey hosts special low rate excursions on June 25 July 9 23 August 6 20 and September 3. Baltimore Maryland holds the seventy ninth annual Sovereign Grand Lodge session of the S O O F September 21 26 with tickets on sale September 19 20 21 and return by September 28. San Francisco California hosts the Grand Army of the Republic August 17 22 with tickets on sale August 5 13 and return by October 15.
Ten day tour from Washington to Niagara Falls via Baltimore & Ohio Royal Blue Line with daytime coaches and parlor cars. Depart Washington 8 30 a m. Baltimore Camden Station 9 19 p m. Falls by 10 p m. Round trip and stopovers offered at Buffalo Rochester Geneva Watkin s Glen Mauch Chunk with extra side trip to Thousand Islands. Tickets on sale at several stations with varying prices and lunch supper arrangements. tf
Rail timetable for the Washington area. Trains from Hagerstown to Baltimore and connections through Highfield and Chicago routes. Daily service with specific departure times and links to Gettysburg Hanover Spring Grove York and more.
The ladies of Union Chapel host a lawn sale at Ridgeway West Virginia on Wednesday and Thursday August 12 and 13 to raise funds for a new church. Public invited. Committee will offer for sale an organ chandeliers lamps and other church property.
Excursion to Ocean Grove and Asbury Park New Jersey via line and Pennsylvania Railroad on Friday August 21 with return validity to September 1 1903. Special low rate Sunday excursions start June 7 to Elliston and Hagerstown stations. rates and sale conditions available from local agents.
A listing offers a 6 Ce oak extension table set with solid oak arm rockers and centre tables suitable for a bed or couches. Item branded by E. Rice with a price around 395 to 3 90 in unclear currency. Includes model references 172 218 and seller Eichelber.
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