Shenandoah Valley Farmland Gains Wings of Progress
A fifty year peace has transformed the Shenandoah Valley into a farmer’s paradise from Martinsburg to Staunton and beyond. The article tours the valley from Bluemont to Winchester, noting rising land values, diversification, apple orchards, modern farming, and the mix of Mennonites and Shenandoah Dutch communities along the pike.
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Shenandoah Valley
Country Gentleman
The
Shenandoah Valley Pike
Barton Wood Currie
Country Gentleman's Staff
Washington
Winchester
Fort Loudoun
Warrenton
Sudley
New- Market
Martinsburg
Staunton
Philphéridan
Virginia
Shenandoah
Solenberger
Funkhouser
Fahnestock
Kohlhausen
Valley
New York
Pennsylvania
Mohawk Valley
Rockingham
Augusta
Edinburg
New Market
Harrisonburg
Rockingham County
America
Agricultural Colleges
Vocatio Hoals
Potomac
Hill and Vale
Leesburg
Loudoun County
Bluemont
Castleman’s Ferry
Berryville
Blue Ridge
Clarke County
Frederick
Valley Pike
Berkeley farmer James McKown dies suddenly at home
James McKown a prominent Berkeley County farmer near Gerrardstown was found dead in his yard around eight this morning. He was 60 today born December 22 1859. survived by widow Anna Campbell and daughter Amelia, with his aged mother Mary McKown nearby. Funeral arrangements pending. Don’t worry about Xmas gifts John B Solenberger and Co offer fine cutlery carvers.
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James McKown
Berkeley County
W. Va
Virginia
Gerrardstown
MacKown
Berkeley
Witchester
Frederick County
McKown
Solenberger & Co
Winter Weather to Begin Amid Unsettled Week
Weather Bureau forecasters predict unsettled conditions across the United States during Christmas week with frequent rains on the Pacific coast. Temperatures will run near or below average as a southwest disturbance moves northeast bringing rain and snow to the central valleys Tuesday and to the eastern states by Thursday. A separate offshore system will yield general rains and snows on the Pacific slope, then reach the Midwest and East by week’s end, with colder air following. No severe cold wave expected this week.
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United States
Weather Bureau
Pacific Coast
Southwest
Great Central Valleys
Pacific
Middle West
Florida Oranges and Grocery Advertisements
A Walton price list lists Florida oranges and 250 dozen oyster crackers with a five cent per pound rate for mixed nuts and 150 pounds of seeded raisins at ten cents per pound. A signature at the end reads T. M. Barr.
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Florida
T. M. Barr
Solenberger line noted in Christmastide gift lines
Fragmentary notes mention robes blankets and chocolates as Xmas gifts with references to Solenberger line Samoset Chocolates and agents Orndorff and McVicar. The text includes names and a scattered address style fragment.
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Jno
Solenberger
Currency Bill To Pass Tonight In House Debate
The House of Representatives reached a unanimous agreement to one hour per side for debating the currency bill as sent from the Senate. A conference report was presented at 3 30 this afternoon and a night session was planned to pass the measure into law.
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House of Representatives
Senate
House
Toy Stock at Cost Sale Begins December 15
C B Taylor and Company announces the start of a Christmas toy sale on December 15 offering the entire stock at cost. The offer runs through December 16 with special incentives noted.
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C. B Taylor & Co
Pepper of Iowa Dies After Operation in Clanton
Representative Irvin S. Pepper of Iowa district died this morning in Clanton after a surgical operation for peritonitis. He had battled typhoid fever and had been recovering when complications arose. Pepper had been a candidate for the United States Senate from Iowa.
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Clanton
Iowa
Irvin S. Pepper
Pepper
United States Senate
Largest stock of Xmas goods advertised by Grove Brothers
Grove Brothers announce the largest stock of Christmas goods with a full page advertisement. The catalog highlights ornaments lights and seasonal items for celebrations. Customers are invited to visit their store to view the extensive selection.
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Grove Brothers
Government Decides Not to Prosecute Burke
Attorney General Reynolds ruled the government cannot prosecute Burke the Panama graft figure since he is not a government employee. He may face charges under the anti tipping law, with action likely to follow.
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Wiashington
Micd Reynolds
Burke
Panama
Harness and Saddlery Ad From S L Laren
See S L Laren's harness saddles and related supplies offered in a local ads listing. Includes various horse gear items with prices and contact details for the shop.
Wotherspoon Named Army Chief of Staff Successor
Washington dispatch reports General Wotherspoon slated to succeed Major General Leonard Wood as chief of staff of the U S Army beginning next April. Wotherspoon to retire next fall under army regulations.
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Washington
Wotherspoon
Leonard Wood
United States Army
Wotherspoon Woll
See S. L. Laren harness robes paddles etc
Readable items include harnesses robes paddles and related gear attributed to S. L. Laren. The notice lists equipment perhaps for a horse show or athletic display and notes related physical goods in a brief catalog style entry.
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S. L. Laren
Pretty Miss Carey to Wed Russian Socialist Doctor
Baltimore announces engagement of Miss Louise Carey daughter of Mr and Mrs Francis King Carey to Dr Joshua Rosett a physician from East Baltimore Street The couple plan a wedding next month and a honeymoon in southern Europe Rosett is described as a socialist born in Russia aged eighty eight The Carey family holds Episcopal Church membership and Miss Carey has a history of activism during labor strikes in Baltimore and Winchester
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Baltimore
Louise Carey
Francis King Carey
Joshua Rosett
Baltimore Street
Europe
Greif
Miss Carey
Winchester
Orndorff and McVicar Sell Best Fruit End Nuts for Baking
The shop advertises top fruit end nuts ideal for baking. Shoppers are urged to purchase from Orndorff and McVicar's store, highlighting quality ingredients for pastry use.
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Orndorff & McVicar’s
Vatican Vaults Lose Rampolla Will and Key Papers
Rome December 22 officials report the will of the late Cardinal Rampolla, former papal secretary of state, and other important diplomatic papers have vanished from Vatican vaults. A strict search continues with Vatican officials considering civil authorities responsible for the disappearance.
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Rome
Cardinal Rampolla
Vatican
Dr and Mrs Allen Return to Scaleby
Dr and Mrs Lewis M Allen formerly Miss Gilpin return to Scaleby in Clarke county for the holidays. An automobile met them in Staunton and they drove from the Valley Saturday afternoon. They spent part of their honeymoon in Lexington Kentucky with entertainment. Dr and Mrs Arlen will occupy their West Water street home soon after the New Year. Capper's offers diamond and pearl brooch ring or lavalier with selection available.
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Lewis M. Allen
Missorothy Gilpin
Rebels Marching Into Tampico Amid Turmoil
Wire dispatches report rebels entering Tampico center as foreigners flee aboard warships from a feared assault. Bank of London and Mexico closed. officials call suspensions temporary. Rebels may bombard Tampico to silence federal garrisons. Mexico City sees mass unemployment and halted cotton shipments due to rail disruption. Villa forces erect wireless stations atop a cathedral at Chieiwahiya.
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Star
Mxmnco
Tampico
Bank of London
Mexico
Vera Cruz
Mietcher
Mexico City
Rebele
Chieiwahiya
Villa
Pompeii Pictures Here Tuesday Matinee and Night
The Last Days of Pompeii in six reels plays at the Auditorium on Tuesday with a matinee and two evening shows. Admission 10 and 20 cents. JOLLIFFE and JOULIFFE promote the lavish photo drama as a top Christmas value and urge Winchester residents not to miss it.
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Pompeii
Winchester
Six Reel Show at Auditorium Tonight
Six reels shown at the Six Reel Show Auditorium tonight featuring The Hindoo Charm Angelo Retribution Price of Jealousy Walters Strategy and Pear plus a grand two reel Break for Liberty at the Grand. A lost hand painted gold cuff button offers a liberal reward return to Star Office. Also a gray buckskin glove lost on the streets returning to Baker's Drug Store.
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Vitagraph
Angelo
Biograph
Kalem
Pathe
Walters
Lubin
Pear
Essany
Winchester
Liberty
Star Office
Baker's Drug
Lost belt buckle and jewelry offer reward in Winchester
Oblique report notes a missing oblong silver belt buckle lost in Winchester on Tuesday December 16. A reward is offered for its return to Capper's jewelry at 22-1p-%, with a special selection of diamond brooches and rings.
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Winchester
Star Office
Capper’s
Winchester Sunday schools plan Christmas programs
Churches across Winchester prepare for Christmas observances with programs of music, recitations, and services. Each Sunday school schedules events from seven to nine o clock, featuring choirs, holy communion, and special entertainments led by church officials.
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Winchester
Christian Church
Tomorow
Presbyterian Church
Wo Gi
Protestant Episcopal
School of Christ Church
Centena
Reformed Church
The
United Brethren
Horses Wanted for Mack Noonan sale drive
Scott Grant announces a sale event at Mack Noonan’s from December 20 to 24 seeking good heavy draft horses and drivers. The notice requests buyers to bring suitable teams and offers contact through the listed ad for details.
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Mack Noonan
Wisconsin Court Declares Eugenic Law Invalid
In Milwaukee Wisconsin a court decision declares the state law unconstitutional ruling that eugenic measures are not valid. The decision impacts requirements for health standards and related restrictions in clothing and goods. Local officials indicated the ruling may affect enforcement of similar mandates across the state.
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Wisconsin
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Philadelphia
Lexington
Worth Mountains
Blue Ridge Mountains
Jas
Yard
Samoset Chocolates
Orndorff & McVicar
Eemeeiy
Miss. Carey
Ring
Lavalliere
Jolliffe & Jouliffe
Moling & Seal
Grove
Street Methodist Episcopal Church
Scott Grant
the Star
Milwaukee
Wis
Moling and Seal’s
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