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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1913
Page
6
Elementary kitchen notes describe making an Apple Jelly Float with whites and milk. Combine jelly with sugar, whip, then fold into milk and heat in a double boiler. Stir two minutes, add salt, cool, and serve as a light dessert option.
Fragmentary description cites Woodrow Wilson and George in a cautious, prudent light. The text suggests an essay or portrait exploring Wilson’s approach to leadership and public office with literary phrasing and historical context.
The Argonaut reports Jacob M. Dickinson, named secretary of war, addressing an Alaska Boundary Trib hearing. He reframes a wartime tale to illustrate confidence and resolve, contrasting Confederate and Union imagery to stress leadership.
Fragmentary text discusses how cold storage affects prices for butter eggs and apples. Mentions supply during abundance and during shortages, noting storage keeps goods available. The passage is incomplete and reads like a discussion of storage impact on markets.
A letter-like passage critiques factory discipline and the idea that workers must endure long hours on stools. It argues brutalizing labor dehumanizes men and cannot reform them, noting the cruelty harms individuals and society alike.
A preacher who sided with old texts is pressed by Brother Gall and merchant Hanks to modernize sermons. The preacher plans to address current topics but fears losing support as parishioners seek newer approaches. He laments the difficulty of pleasing all sides.
A fragmented description recalls a dining scene with damask window drapery and a rosewood slab table. The passage mentions a mosaiclike cake, slices described as delicious, and cups with golden tulips. The reflective tone ends with a reference to Thomas Bailey Aldrich.
Richmond dispatch reports speculation on Governor elect Stuart naming an adjutant general and private secretary, plus about twenty five colonels for staff and social functions. He faces pressure from both political camps as he plans to govern by his own judgment despite potential backlashes.
Refuge Virginia December 4 The young Mr Coverstone hurt near Refuge during the revival has recovered enough to return home near Middletown Friends wish him a full recovery soon Mrs C S Headley operated on at Winchester Memorial Hospital is progressing Delphia Headley visited the home of Mr and Mrs T A Steele E J Albin and family spent Monday with relatives near Reliance David Bobersole and family moved back to Refuge from Stephens City T A Steele erected a new hen house Frank Williams of Stephens City called on neighbors Mr Samuel Headley at home near Refuge remains ill
Miss Gene via Massie attends Middletown school and spent Sunday with parents Mr and Mrs Bennie Massie. Mr B L Krause visited Mr EB Carpenter on Wednesday. Mr and Mrs A E Funkhouser were in the area Monday. W O Craig visited William Ridings Sunday. Mr and Mrs Russell Robinson visited the Beavers family Sunday. Edna Carpenter and brother returned from Rosenhberger. Master Thomas Racey is ill with a severe cold. Mr and Mrs Bart Robinson visited the Frye household Sunday.
Frederick Circuit services listed for M E Church South locations with times on Sunday December 7. J W Neel of Martinsburg will address the congregation on Temperance. Mrs Blanche Smeltzer and daughter Ella arrived from Winchester staying with Mr and Mrs Pow Efinger on Court Square. Mrs Charles Bowly visiting relatives.
A 1913 bank statement presents assets including loans and bonds and real estate holdings, with liabilities totaling 1 362 508 28. The document lists deposits 1 010 810 11, notes rediscounted 1 000 00, and bills payable 50 000 00, sworn by cashier H D Fuller in Winchester Virginia on October 27 1913.
A family gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs Foreman Taylor in Hampshire county marked Mrs Taylor s ninetieth birthday. Her husband had his centennial celebration last April. The item also notes a livestock sale by Ino Elliott on December 9 including milch cows hogs and war horses.
Statement from Bank of Winchester Frederick County Virginia ending Oct 21 1918 sworn by cashier Lee R Grim. Includes assets such as loans and discounts 25403962 bonds 16143 40 banking house 14000 00 furniture 1493 42 and other items. Liabilities list capital stock profits individual deposits and various certificates. Signed by directors Evans Green and others before Jos B Newlin notary.
The Virginia Board releases a 1912 county death chart cautioning that unusually low rates result from underreporting. It argues no white‑majority county should show below 13 per 1000 and no heavily colored county below 15, urging counties to avoid advertising rates for another year to prevent public suspicion.
Mrs Rob McCauley and son Eugene returned from Wheeling W Va. Mr Charles Tobin remains ill at home. Thanksgiving guests at Wheatland include Mr and Mrs Daniel Hughes. Mrs Harley Trenary and son from Front Royal visited Mrs Eugene Johns. Gilbert Hicks and sister Lucy went to Winchester. Sallie Casell visited Wheatland. Mrs Alexander Berry of Winchester stayed with Mrs William Jacobs. John Jett and sister Anna visited relatives in the village. Irene McCartney of Front Royal was a guest of Mrs A S Jett. Robert Miller spent Saturday in Winchester.
A pleasant surprise party was hosted at Belle Grove, home of Mr. and Mrs. J Homer Fisher, with a delightful evening and elegant refreshments. Guests included Vera Keener Ophelia O Flaherty Martha Legg Mary Rhodes Nellie Painter Ethel Painter Joanna Mary Evelyn Fisher Fannie Wharton Edna Legg Austin Fisher Leslie Wright Clark Legg George Wright Walter Keener Guy Legg Boyd Stickley Ellston Wharton Ernest Fisher Clarence Mowery and others.
An article notes condition signals kidney trouble and urges Foley Kidney Pills to restore kidney and bladder strength. It claims pains, nervousness, and sleep issues vanish with regular use and notes availability from dealers. Also mentions Mr. Charles Gaver’s return to Berryville Virginia after visiting Middletown.
Evugen Chiles, cashier, swears the statement reflects the bank's financial condition at close of business October 21, 1913. Located in Stephen City, Frederick County, Virginia. Attested and correct to the best of knowledge and belief.
Joseph D. Rainsberger of Winchester Virginia describes years of kidney trouble and back pain from heavy work. He says after taking Dean's Kidney Pills he fully recovered and remains a strong supporter. William Cammerhage praises the product after a court visit in Harrisonburg. Advertisements promote winter goods.
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