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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1905
Page
2
The Star corrects a report on a reward for Frye’s murderer and criticizes Gov Montague for backing Lee against Martin while Montague’s county backed Martin. The piece condemns Montague’s past actions and notes ex mayor Barton’s remarks on Martin and Montague’s national stature.
Strassburg News reports Governor Montague spoke to a large Richmond audience on Saturday night. The event drew many locals plus notable figures like Charley Meredith, amid questions about Montague’s record on veterans pensions education and state finances.
A special B and O railroad round trip from Winchester to Louisville Kentucky is offered for Confederate Veterans Reunion travel. Tickets cost 12.30 with return options through June 19 and possible extension to July 10 on ticket deposit and 50 cent fee. A special car runs June 12 from Strasburg Junction to Louisville, arriving 7 a.m. next day. Further details from local ticket agents or C E Dudrow Harper's Ferry WV.
Mrs. Geo E. Bushnell asks for a two week floor paint. Dealer replies Devoe’s offers a glossy finish that will wear for two years if properly applied.
Local sale offers large discounts on boys garments. Suits and coats reduced with prices appearing as $2.75 for a $350 to $400 item and $125 for a coat. multiple price points suggest substantial markdowns on boys clothing items.
Co W Boxwell of 303 North Braddock Street, employed at Bailey & Boxwell, attributes kidney trouble relief to Doan’s Kidney Pills after over exertion. He reports weight loss and back ache, credits the pills with complete cure, and urges readers to use Doan’s as sold by Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo, N Y.
All announcements of candidates will be inserted in this column until day of primary for five dollars cash in advance Each announcement is not to exceed one and a half inches in space If larger a charge in the same proportion as the above will be made
Two candidates announce for the Clerk of the Corporation Court in Winchester Virginia. Jos E B Kiger seeks the Democratic nomination for the July 7 primary claiming long service in the Circuit Clerk's office. Richard L. Gray seeks renomination, pledging courtesy promptness and fidelity.
The candidate outlines intent to seek re nomination as Commissioner of the Revenue for the city of Winchester subject to Democratic action. He pledges to serve to the best of his ability if elected, citing past service and commitment to the position.
Magazine publishers report over five thousand new fiction writers this year and advise removing ciphers to estimate counts by dividing by five. The exchange includes jokes about a dance and a social miscommunication observed by Miss Sharpe and Mr Krumsay at a gathering.
G. H. Kinzel announces his candidacy for Winchester City Treasurer in the Democratic Primary. He pledges faithful performance of duties if elected and calls for party voters to support his bid.
J A S P Reardon declares candidacy for the office of Commonwealth's Attorney in Winchester Virginia subject to Democratic Primary action. If nominated and elected he promises to fill the office with promptness and integrity.
A cashier questions the funds Mrs. Munn will have as she presents a large check. Mrs. Munn replies simply that the money is sterilized in Life.
Friends announce the candidacy of T kh Cartmeil for County Clerk. They urge Frederick County voters to keep his long experience and faithful service in the office at the November election, following the Democratic Primary.
Mr James Colifeur and Mr Grastus Pinkley discuss racing issues in regional terms. The Washington Star quotes them noting the fosses are harder to beat than policy, framing a local debate with a humorous dialect.
In a grim apartment house scene the tenants endure a cold vigil by steam pipes as frost gnaws windows while the janitor sleeps. A somber mood sets in amid a tragedy that unsettles residents and prompts concern for safety and shelter.
In a primary appeal Phil H. Goupd asks Frederick County Virginia voters to reelect him as Circuit Clerk now to perform as County Clerk. He thanks supporters and promises careful duties and courteous service to patrons of the office.
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