Seaquakes and trivial causes of wars and birth rates
Movements of seaquakes are described with their powerful waves and effects on ships. The piece notes famous quake events, including a 1868 South American episode where a shore retreat and inland bore endangered vessels. It also surveys wars sparked by minor jests, frontier maneuvers, and declarations. It also cites European birth ratios and mortality, cement production in Germany, and odd notes on giraffe tongue, Prussian medicine pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maj. C. B
South America
Dutton
Guayacuil
Ecuador
Valdivia
Chile
Arica
United States
Waterleo
William the Conqueror
England
France
William
Philip of
Mantes
Frederick the Great
George
Europe
Mr. Fred H. Hable Visits Home from Washington
Mr. Fred H. Hable of Washington and formerly of Winchester is spending a day or two at his home. He is a capable and successful business man and The Star's Washington representative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred H. Hable
Washington
Winchester
Mr. Hable
Star
Weather Forecast and Local Notices Amid Spreads
A weather forecast note appears alongside a string of local items from Luke Maryland and nearby towns. Mentions Jane and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Carroll visiting relatives, property improvements by H H Wise, J H Jenkins completing a dwelling, Mrs. John Hausenfinck visiting Stephens City, Miss Mary and Rose Richard visiting Sallie Rudolph, and the funeral of Gratton Carper from Stephens City buried at Macedonia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane
Joseph Carroll
Luke, Md
Refuge
H. H. Wise
J. H Jenkins
John Hausenfinck
Stephens City
J.S. Beatty
Reliance
Mary
Rose Richard
Marlboro
Sallie Rudolph
Friendship Chapel
Gratton Carper
Macedonia
Scott's Emulsion advertised as a tonic remedy
An advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as a careful blend of cod liver oil, hypophosphites of lime and soda, glycerine, and flavoring. It claims the emulsion treats weak lungs, poor blood, low vitality, child weakness, and wasting diseases, offering a free sample from Scott & Bowne in New York.
Opequon Notes Include Nursing Student Visit and Telephone Line
June 6 report from Opequon notes Col J. Baker of Stephens City visiting a brother. Miss Mamie Binker of Capital City School of Nursing visits her parents. Shawnee Telephone Company's line from Opequon to Winchester is in operation. The company president hires many workers to repair the Marlboro line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. ©. Baker
Stephens City
Mamie Binker
Capital City School of Nursing
Shawnee Telephone Company
Opequon
Winchester
Hall's Catarrh Cure advertised for deafness remedy
The advertisement claims deafness results from inflamed Eustachian tubes or catarrh and offers one hundred dollars for any case cured, inviting readers to send for free circulars. It promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure and Hall's family pills, with Toledo based company F. J. Cheney & Co and druggists selling at 75 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Royal Photographs and Onyx Quarry News
Royal Photographs note the king and queen gift images to reigning sovereigns with “Yours sincerely” inscribed, while non rulers receive unsigned copies. German emperor holds the largest autographed royal photo collection, including over 800 of Edward or the Danish king. Onyx quarry near Cuernavaca Mexico is rediscovered by geologist Carl Ludloff. ancient site partly filled and overgrown. Berlin tests expect 150 mph on high speed electric line after prior Berlin Marienfelde to Zossen run reached over 130 mph.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tatler
Edward
Denmark
Cuernavaca
State of Morelos
Mex
Mexico City
Carl Ludloff
Berlin
Marienfeild
Zossen
Bank Statement for Union Bank of Winchester May 29 1905
Balance sheet shows liabilities totaling 504 447 47 with capital stock 48 825 00 and undivided profits 16 497 74. Cashier Lee R Grim swears the statement true to best knowledge, with directors E Holmes Boyd James B Russell and Geo W Kurtz attesting. Sworn before notary June 5 in Frederick County Virginia.
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Winchester
Virginia
Corporation
Conpwnmission
Poe
Lee R. Grim
Union Bank of Winchester
of Virginia
E. Holmes Boyd
James B Russell
Geo. W. Kurtz
State of Sige
Gomst of
Frederick
Peeninek N.P. Ey
Somvenhielam
Deadane
Frederick County
Tributal
Vantly
Depost
How to Avoid Germ Diseases in an Epidemic
If you suffer with stomach distress after eating plus headaches belching sour food and dizziness you should strengthen the stomach with Miona. One tablet before meals builds digestion and guards against germ disease under Franck Baker & Son guarantee, cost free if it fails to cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shenanuvoah Valley National Bank
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Savings Department
Bargains at H W Clowe's Jeweler Winchester Va
Absolutely reliable quality at lower prices than anywhere else. Watches clocks silverware jewelry rings and diamonds offered. All up to date staple goods. Call to see for yourself at H W Clowe's Jeweler 151 N Main St Winchester Va. Print save bills quickly.
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H. W. Clowe's
N. Main St
Winchester
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M. de Varingy
Paris
Germany
London
Prussia
Wee Eesen
Scott & Bowne
Pearl Street
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A. H. Davinsor
Market and
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G. Casper Fries
Jones
Piccadilly St
Charley Rouss Fire Co
Tastor Hotel
W. Waters
North Market St
Kern Street
Wm. M. Atkinson
County Court House
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R. Gaim
Horsey & Atwell
Pere Farmers’ & Merchants’ Nat. Bank
Snellenburg Clothes
Pries
J. P. Haddox
N. Main Street
Cumbs
Tress
Miona
Ask Franck Baker & Son
T. M. Barr’s Big Home Store
Harvey’s
Dold’s
Westphalia
Dold’s & Harvey
Harvey
Armour
Japan
California
Dorsey’s
New York State Navy
Cne Ee Ellen
America
S. H. Hable
Star Clothier
Oden’s.shoe Store
Cork and Braddock Sta
James B. Russell
Richmond
Don
Maurice F. Castleman
Castleman's Berry
Amherst St
P. G. Box
J. W. Parish
G. W. Magrwe
Gore
Goldman & Sadie
Baltimore Street
Baltimore
Corbrook
C. Allamouse
Fairmont Avenue
W. Water St
N. Braddock St
Saree
Reservoir Park
J. Hodgeon
B. W. Shade
Gainesboro
W. L. Hollis
East Cork Street
Berryville
Castleman
Fannie Galloway
Castleman’s Ferry
E. Piccadilly
Lancaster
M. Barr
Bell and
United
North Main Street
Center- Reformeda Church
Mammoth
Old Colonial
Blue Ridge
Shenandoah River
Mus
Joseph H. Bayliss
the Briers
Boyce
L Am
ELGLN
Waltham
Capper
Water Street
Ence
North Jain Street
Staeby Callie Bruce Gidham
Moundsville
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Col
Reward Bruce
Wing ‘Hegter
Children’s Oxfords
Huntsberry’s
Renai
M. Ohiles
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