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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1908
Page
3
Agricultural writers note the 1907 wool trade was satisfactory with prompt reductions in prices and solid supply. They forecast 1908 wool output rising due to more sheep, while U S consumption and foreign markets will determine price strength. Domestic demand and imports will curb oversupply unless overseas demand falters.
Samuel W. Allerton argues in the Saturday Evening Post that the reckless depletion of soil fertility is the era’s gravest danger to American prosperity. He urges soil restoration through live stock, manure, fertilizers, lime, and diverse crops, noting practical limits for farming profits and urging conservation.
The text envisions Illinois becoming a desert in a distant century but argues current rational farming and soil restoration will reverse fate. It highlights doubled land productivity, rising lime and cloverseed prices, and widespread study by scientists and farmers. It warns against soil robbers and urges sustainable land stewardship.
Promote slow eating to combat indigestion and weak stomachs. Miona tablets claim to restore digestion after a few days, reducing headaches dizziness and other symptoms. Franck Baker & Son backs a 50-cent box with a guarantee refund if not satisfactory.
All parties indebted to the estate of Walter G. Neville deceased should settle at once and all those having claims against the estate must present them for payment no later than January 29, 1908. L. G. McCauley, administrator, R. F. D. Stephens City Virginia. Herbert S. Larrick, attorney.
Special notice announces Bluemont Branch and surrounding stage lines adjust midday train schedule to coordinate with Washington trains. The Chester Berryville and Bluemont Stage will meet the daily train, permitting departure from Winchester at 7 a m instead of 6, and will connect with morning trains at Berryville for Bluemont passengers.
Officials pledge improved service with a 12 passenger 40 horsepower stealth automobile. The plan includes two daily round trips and thanks the public for past patronage while ensuring fair consideration of public needs.
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