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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1914
Page
4
The piece applauds Judge Lamar granting Frank an appeal, notes likely lack of federal jurisdiction, and argues the trial in Atlanta was a sham. It cites mob pressure and the court’s technicality denying presence at trial as undermining constitutional rights.
Prederibk county claims banner status among Virginia apple counties, urging every grower to exhibit at the Virginia State Horticultural Society meeting in Winchester on January 13 and 14. The piece emphasizes storage readiness and the potential for premium awards and county advancement through quality fruit displays.
The notice urges growers across the country, especially Virginia farmers, to plant additional wheat based on current crop condition reports. Authorities advise increasing acreage to improve overall yield as latest government assessments indicate favorable conditions for wheat production.
Virginia shows a 60 percent higher acreage for wheat than last season with 191,000 acres in the state and 1,270,000 acres in 1914 reported next to this year’s. The crop stands at 93 percent of normal, above the ten year average of 88 percent. Nationally, seedings grow to 41,300,000 acres from 37,100,000. The piece notes Virginia could profit from wartime wheat sales but urges farmers to improve stock and hay for future production.
A humorous sketch of a wife mother who visits for six months and runs the household. She cooks, patches clothing, corrects mistakes, markets goods, and rules the staff, leaving the narrator both irritated and oddly relieved when she finally departs. The piece ends with a playful boast of being glad for her expert bossing.
Notice states starting January 1 1915 the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad will advance all round trip fares to match the one way fare in each direction on lines in Virginia under Local Tariff F 2. V. C. C. No. 79 approved December 18 1914 by the Virginia State Corporation Commission. Signed by Geo W Squiggins General Passenger Agent. Read the Star.
An advertisement extols purified rich blood as preventing disease and lists ailments caused by poor blood. It claims Hood's Sarsaparilla purifies the blood removes scrofula and humors and builds up the body for the whole family.
A long obituary recounts the Civil War service of J G M Russell, hospital steward in the Second Corps, Army of the Northern Virginia, his capture and parole, later business partnerships in Winchester, family details, and his community roles. The tribute portrays him as a Christian gentleman, describing his character, talents, and enduring kindness.
Auditor Moore sends prescribed forms to court clerks, examiners, treasurers, revenue commissioners, sheriffs, high constables, and city sergeants. The West fee bill aims to obtain full details of fees salaries and compensations. Officers must begin on January 1 and file accounts within fifteen days after each term anniversary for review by a three member commission.
Poem reflects Belgium thanking America on Christmas Day 1914. Lines speak of hunger, ruins, and children crying, then a distant message of peace across the seas. It appeals for pity and mercy and prays that God grant a happier Christmas Day to those still suffering.
Wanted to trace a box marked Worthington found in storage years ago. Contents include a patchwork quilt and two sofa cushions with family associations. Contact Star office for reward. December 28.
An 19th century advertisement claims catarrh is a constitutional disease cured only by internal remedies. Hall's Catarrh Cure is described as acting on blood and mucous surfaces, with testimonials and a Toledo, Ohio company behind it. Sold by druggists for 75 cents. Take Hall's Family Bills for constipation.
Local organizations like the King’s Daughters Circle increasingly rely on members for gifts of money and supplies for the deserving poor. Much private charity goes unrecorded, but overall giving has risen with well organized efforts across Winchester and Frederick County. The community reports careful distribution after investigation, and charity activity has grown in recent years before the Christmas charity drive.
An appeal urges readers to relieve suffering by purchasing Red Cross Seals. The note emphasizes charitable support through the Red Cross drive and civic participation in aiding relief efforts.
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