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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1908
Page
4
The Star Publishing concerns the post office operations in Win Virginia and notes that advertisements are not accepted unless they clearly state no deceptive intent. It mentions the publisher Byrd as president and general manager and LB Conrad as city officer, warning readers about deceptive ads and asserting advertising integrity.
The Star of Winchester reports its consolidation by Btar on May 6 1997 marking a major shift in local newspaper operations and circulation.
Saturday report indicates Roosevelt holds a strong position over Taft in a national contest as patches quote Secretary Taft with six hundred votes varying among candidates.
Fragmentary report claims a distinguished naval figure Baron Yto faced a scandal during the war with China. It mentions purported temptations with a wife and service removals, and vague references to a Mikado era land, an automobile hose carriage, and daily fire company operations with Winchester connections.
A man wagers $20 000 to a suitor who can civilize a girl born a gypsy described as having a nomadic life. The tale notes her father’s wish and hints at marriage to a chosen suitor as the path to stability.
Fragmentary verse argues that a man blaming his wife is inappropriate and unlikely to reflect truth. The line cautions against self justification and shifts fault away from the speaker.
Immense kettle drums rest across the backs of camels in a ceremonial display. Adorned with rich decoration, the drums are carried by camels as part of a royal pageant.
Fragmented lines describe preserved keepsakes and emotional memories tied to old love letters. Vivid imagery mentions a distressed Kier, Wilfred, and a mother, with cryptic notes on insomnia remedies and fading skin. The passage hints at historical material linked to Peru and Spanish influence.
A concise antique fragment references tone and certainty, noting speaking posture and confidence. It suggests an evaluative stance on how speech is presented, without clear names or events.
The article notes a French invention using bulb thermometers to predict frost and mentions a quotation of Lord Chatham on consulting common sense in questions of liberty or property. It also references vast unexplored territory with 20,000,000 miles remaining.
A collage of quotes and notices spans philosophy, faith, craft, commerce, and social observation. It includes R L Stevenson on suffering, Lancaster County Presbyterian history, a decorative water color frame concept, Russia’s egg export growth with yearly figures, reflections on surprise, Uncle Eben’s quips, and a Somerville Journal sentiment about money and beauty.
The text contrasts inner voice with mind’s voice and notes the appendix size varies by age and person. It states the appendix length averages three to three and a half inches and that a man’s appendix is slightly larger than that of a woman.
A scattered 18th century record from Berkeley and Hampshire counties recounts Dunmore's 1774 campaign plans, 1775 letters, 1781 tax protests led by John Claypole, troop provisioning, and prisoner transfers. It notes Berkeley Springs, Yorktown prisoners, and the early settlement of Shepherdstown with lines on Morgan and Hite families. The piece closes with a verse about mystic waters near Shawnee Springs and a historical note on Bunker Hill.
For coughs and colds this preparation promises to relieve symptoms without opiates. It claims to move the bowels and is marketed as a non narcotic remedy.
Advert says a cold or cough causes constipation as fluids shift to eyes nose and throat. It claims Kennedy Laxative Cough Syrup relieves colds by forcing a copious bowel movement to expel the illness from the system.
A satirical glance at marriages and social judgment, recalling Alice Thaw and her costly husband purchase. The piece notes how newly rich brides often choose unsuitable mates, sparking social scrutiny and loss, with reflections on class and education in English society.
Notice of a petition filed December 31 1907 in the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia for winding up the named company. Hearing set in Halifax on January 24 1908 at 11 am. Creditors may appear or obtain a copy of the petition on payment. Also includes an advertisement for Doan's Kidney Pills with local testimonial from Winchester Virginia.
Rural carrier No. 14 takes a vacation Blaine Cline carries his route Miss Lillie Clendening hosts visitors Mrs Hallie Baker of New York visits Miss Clendening Also Mr D B LeFevre buys a fine cacter Ward Triggs weighs a 480 pound porker Rev E Ely to begin a week long meeting at the M E Church Read The Evening Star
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