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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1909
Page
4
Mr W S Copeland becomes purchaser of the Times Herald and is praised for his work in Newport News. He is described as an important factor in the city’s upbuilding and promising future.
President Diaz of the alleged Mexican Republic faces opposition from General Reyes who declares candidacy for vice presidency. Diaz responds by surrounding Reyes with a regiment, calling it a precautionary measure in official remarks.
This piece argues typhoid is caused by filthy surroundings, not the patient. It blames those who fail to remove filth and urges health officers to intervene to protect the innocent and helpless when neighbors neglect sanitation.
An Ohio Journal opinion argues that farming regions should return to cattle horses and sheep production as market prices shift. It notes that cattle now yield fair profits while horses are no longer cheaper to raise and sheep remain lucrative for meat and wool, urging growers to shift from dependency on distant regions.
An old advertisement touts Allen’s Foot-Kase as a wonder cure for sore feet corns and ingrown nails claiming instant pain relief and comfort for shoes. It urges trial by mail from Le Roy New York with no substitutes and a free trial package offer.
The week features personal notices of Miss Lacie Humston and Miss Allie Humston at a cousin’s wedding at Sunny Side today in Middletown. Several visitors arrive or stay with local families, including Jessie Williams from Baltimore visiting Ruth Henry on South Main, and Leslie Woods from Baltimore visiting his grandfather T. N. Lupton on West Water Street. Further entries note Louise Thompson of Front Royal visiting Tillie Flemister on South Kent, Harry Lee Kurtz from Martinsburg staying at Whitina, James Carper at a firemen’s convention in Carlisle, D. F. Hinkins of Middletown on business, GC Congill from Stephens City Milling, Marvin Wilkeson of Coketon visiting William Flemister, O. L. Jamison returning from Frederick, and Thomas E. Cross of Washington arriving for firm business.
Exterior painters and interior trades including paper hangers and carpenters install decorations to prepare Fort Lou doun for a gala event. The piece notes emphasis on thorough scholarship and proficient teachers shaping the upcoming year.
Mr James W Gaver and son Floyd of Berryville visited former father Rev H A Gaver at Middletown on their way home. William Carter and daughter Marion of Swimley spent the day with friends in the city. Mrs James W Gaver of Berryville visited local friends for several days. Mrs E R Shenk and daughter Effie of Byoce spent the day in town. Miss Alice Cline is recovering from a serious illness at her North Market Street home.
Miss Ambler departed this morning for Parkersburg West Virginia after visiting Mr and Mrs S Baker on North Market Street.
Mr. James W. Davidson arrived in Newport News Virginia today after a week visiting relatives and friends in the city.
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Trice left for Newport News after visiting Mrs. S. H. Hansbrough on North Braddock street. Mr. E. Davidson of Washington visits his brother and sister-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Hunter Davidson. Mr. W. T. Lewis of Boyce is in town for business. Thomas Clem, son of Jerry Clem, is ill at his father’s home at 417 North Market street.
A Boston mother praises Grape-Nuts for three boys aged 6 4 and 2, claiming daily use steadies appetite and boosts health and energy. She cites a neighbor's toddler improving after a trial with the cereal and notes common practice of offering Grape-Nuts to calm sweet cravings. She signs with the old testimonial line There’s a Reason.
An old advertisement touts Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney trouble with patient testimony from A. M. Putman of Front Royal Virginia. It claims dramatic relief from back and bladder pain and urges readers to buy 50 cent boxes from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo New York as US agents. Premier Olives is also briefly advertised with a contact phrase Speed.
An advice column discusses causes of facial wrinkles from age, eye strain, and improper footwear. It prescribes skincare routines with milk cream, hot water, gentle massage, and facial brushes to reduce forehead and mouth wrinkles, then notes night treatment for per se lines and guidance on avoiding deep furrows. Legal notices appear after the beauty content, detailing a chancery court reference and creditor allocations in Winchester Virginia with specific dates and parties.
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