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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1912
Page
5
A promotional feature asserts Knowlton's Danderine can produce suddenly fuller, softer hair free of dandruff in minutes and over weeks reveals new hair growth. The ad encourages buying a 25 cent bottle at drug stores and following directions for glossy, beautiful results.
Albertus Spencer, former saloon keeper opposite Harper's Ferry, was tried in Hagerstown for selling liquor without a license after prior license revocation in August. Found guilty on two counts, he paid a $500 fine. Judge Keedy admonished him for repeated violations. Spencer testified he once grossed as much as $6,000 monthly during full operation. this conviction likely ends hopes of reopening. He is about 75, reportedly with a whiskey fortune around $60,000.
A 19th century health ad argues backwardness in children stems from poor health and digestion. It prescribes better food, air, and exercise, plus Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a safe laxative tonic. The ad cites testimonials from mothers and lists purchase details and free sample offers.
Speaker Champ Clark demands a retraction from Prof. F A Barbour of Ypsilanti Michigan Normal School over an intoxication claim against Clark. In a letter to the Franklin Repository he says Barbour must retract or face consequences. He calls the charge a lie and asserts he has not drank intoxicating liquor since 1904.
Hon Virgil A Lewis West Virginia historian and archivist and former superintendent of schools died a few days ago at Mason City after sixteen weeks of illness surrounded by family He had been unconscious for hours and his passing was described as painlessly close He made frequent trips to Winchester and copied records in the county clerk’s office for historical volumes
The Richmond Times-Dispatch feature shows Shenandoah Valley Academy Winchester football team champions with a large group photo by Barr. It includes regulars and substitutes plus Coach J B Bentley and a 26 final article recounting their season victories.
W B Bevill is promoted to passenger traffic manager and W C Saunders becomes general passenger agent. The order took effect in December.
A store advertises a wide stock of wearable gift items for all family members. It emphasizes durable presents that stay stylish year after year and invites shoppers to find suitable attire for everyone.
Suit cases traveling bags handkerchiefs five cents to one dollar each umbrellas parasols trays hand mirrors carpet bags and muff sets priced to forty two fifty per set. Bows cuff sets in silk and wool headscarfs knit leggings jewelry belts pins and brooches rugs necklaces hats and many other articles available. Call to visit our store.
Notice asks all creditors of the estate of the late Frey Strother to present claims to Administrator Scott A. Affleck by a stated deadline. A recovered ring story notes Mrs. Jacob E. Baker locating her diamond through a newspaper ad and Otto McCauley returning it. President-elect Wilson planned to visit Staunton on December 28, his birthplace, to celebrate his fifty-sixth birthday. railroads may issue excursion tickets attracting a large crowd from nearby towns.
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