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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1910
Page
5
Miller's Drug Store promotes ZEMO with a money back guarantee if skin and scalp problems persist. It claims fast relief from pimples dandruff eczema and rashes and offers a 32 page booklet on skin care with proof of cures.
A Connecticut Rural New Yorker correspondent extols oxen on small and large farms. Oxen handle heavy tasks from wood cutting to hauling grain and coal, with horses reserved for mowing and other tasks. Proper rationing, water, and occasional shoeing on roads keep them efficient. The piece argues oxen remain a profitable, faithful farm asset despite modern machines.
Farmers wake to cold facts of better practice, finding improved opportunities at home as dreams fade. American Agriculturist notes a shift toward practical, wakeful farming methods boosting efficiency and yields locally.
School age boys and girls can raise poultry with careful incubator and chick attention without missing class. Orchards provide range, poultry helps insect control, and saving grain feeds supports birds. Cleanliness prevents most diseases, drop boards need frequent clearing, and lime coats the house to brighten, preserve wood, and deter pests.
A notice states that this matter must not be reprinted without special permission, indicating copyright or distribution restrictions on the material. The brief warning alerts readers and editors to obtain authorization before republication or circulation beyond permitted use.
The drought stressed areas across the country and taught enduring lessons for agriculturists. Persistent cultivation preserves moisture, tiling rich low acres increases yields, irrigation benefits fruit and vegetable gardens, economical disposal of corn fodder matters, and silos give cows a succulent ration when pastures fail. The drought’s severity varied, but the practical farming lessons should endure.
The article urges buyers to stock up on lambs, steers, and young pigs as prices for corn and feeds improve. It notes corn is affordable and high quality, roughage is scarce but usable substitutes exist, and livestock prices should stay strong for profitable feeding. It also highlights potential mammal byproducts and suggestions to find buyers, especially western bred stock, via regional dealers or town buyers.
The article advises buying apples at four to six dollars per fair barrel, then sorting for sound fruit and wrapping each piece before placing in a barrel or box. Overripe or damaged apples should be set aside for early use, and storage should be near 32 degrees Fahrenheit, preferably in a cold upstairs room rather than a warm area.
Mrs. C. T. Owen visits Front Royal while Mr. Owen stays in Winston-Salem and they plan to tour Washington and Winchester. Schmidt returns to Woodstock from visiting Miss Mary on North Kent Street. Mrs Sedde Heiman returns to Syracuse after visiting her mother on East Piccadilly Street. Miss Emily Miller of Martinsburg travels via town to Stephens City to see her cousin Miss Florence Guard. Mrs. D. J. Reedy comes back from Washington after visiting her sister Mrs. Fant. Mr. J. C. Smith, Baldwin and Ohio Railroad dispatcher, spends the day in Baltimore on railroad business. Mrs. Loring A. Cover and her son return to Baltimore after visiting relatives here. Dr. Hunter H. McGuire returns from a professional trip. Capt. Robert Breckenridge remains at his home on West Cork Street. Mrs. William Kerr of Chambersburg visits Luther Kremer on South Main Street. Mrs. I. V. Massie, long ill on East Water Street, is improved today. Misses K Esther Harris and Mary Pearson spend yesterday with friends in Chambersburg and return home.
Stephenson Va December 30 residents and visitors fill the holiday scene with visits and dinners. Notables include Charles Grubbs and family from Stephens City and William Brannon of Relief. Miss Bessie Hamilton stays with Miss Jessie Markwood in Winchester parsonage. The M E Church South and Presbyterian Sunday schools gave treats to scholars.
Christina Everline, 87, died recently in New Market. In 1847 she was among thirty Germans who left poverty stricken Germany for America. After a long voyage they walked 160 miles to Shenandoah County where Dr. and Mrs. Solomon Henkle aided the group. Everline, then Christina, was chosen by Mrs. Henkle to settle nearby. The migrants married and raised large families, descendants now prominent in the valley. Everline was the last survivor of that party who landed in Baltimore 63 years ago.
The Ivy Leaf Social Club held a mask ball last evening at the Odd Fellows hall. Impersonations were strong with Deroy Layton as Father Penn, P. C. Martin as a Japanese, and Taylor Evans as a French maid in a hobble skirt. About 50 to 60 couples attended, Marshall's Orchestra from Martinsburg provided music, unmasking occurred at 10 p.m. and a buffet lunch followed. Out-of-town guests included Nannie H. Bubb of Baltimore and Gussie Thompson of Wish-.
A fragment reports Mr Box endorsing Dean's Kidney Pills in 1909. It mentions persistent kidney complaints, sediment in urine, and a remedy taken over time. The brief notes safety and a prescription-like warning to use no other product.
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