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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1909
Page
5
Advertisement urges readers to visit SWIMLEY & CO store and try Irish Liniment for rheumatism sore muscles and neuralgia. If unsatisfied after fair trial, return with proof and receive a full refund, claiming the product heals burns sprains per a Hittite book.
Special to The Star Richmond Va August 30 The Times Dispatch reports Winchester and Richmond signed for a postseason four game series to be played in Richmond September 16 and 18 with two games. Winchester proud of a strong season McDonald returning will line up with top Valley club Richmond confident to win Bradley questions last year’s team and notes possible games with Hagerstown Md If the Virginia pennant race affects plans plans for post season with South Atlantic League winners were rejected by Richmond management.
Frank L Wakeman and Mrs Rella May Heisman of Edinburg Virginia wed in Hagerstown after using a Virginia bank to fund the license minister fees and travel. Wakeman failed to cash the check as a stranger, while the bride waited two hours in a cab. Unable to pay, Wakeman telegraphed home for funds and then completed the ceremony once money arrived.
A Medical Journal note argues that vacationing may prevent metabolic habits linked to arteriosclerosis describing it as an excellent preventive measure. The remark reflects a cautious opinion rather than a definitive claim.
After a long session in an English town council the mayor opposed adjourning for lunch. A witty member finally quipped about the mayor keeping them from lunch by saying I am astonished. A colleague replied that a gentleman with so much ham in his mouth would not want lunch at all.
A Pittsburg Observer item notes a young sister admonishing her brother Bobby not to stay with Mr Gorants hat, arguing it would be damaged and that he will want it shorty. The fragment hints at domestic chatter and a minor dispute during a social call.
A reminiscence from the Record-Herald recalls a man ashamed after giving his former teacher five dollars instead of twenty at a wedding, hoping to avoid embarrassment and suspicion of deceit. He reflects on the regret and social awkwardness that followed the error.
A fragment shows a boy Willie claiming he chased away a dozen burglars after hearing a rumble in the pantry while his mother asks what he is doing. The wording reflects a humorous old newspaper voice.
A collage of humorous exchanges and quips from various papers. A guest in a landlord’s home explains sleep patterns after years of being awakened. A teacher and Johnny joke about Abraham Lincoln and history magazines. A couple of snippets joke about wealth and automobiles. A dialogue hints at a college fraternity news and a startled father seeking details about a hospital.
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