Temperance as a feature of modern society noted in The Queen
A Woman's Diary in The Queen cites a shift toward temperance in London society with wine and spirits falling out of favor. Washington social leader Mrs John B Henderson touts the trend, saying both men and women drink less and favor healthful choices like fruit juice and mineral water. Her action of emptying wines from her cellars is highlighted as influential in changing sentiment.
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Queen
London
West End
Jiet
Washington
Do Not Advertise Saloons Campaign Note
A historical note condemns booster pride in saloon numbers and liquor outlets. It contrasts sober hiring ads with liquor journals and cites Battle Creek Enquirer arguing that a wet county stance gains campaign use but not real community value. It highlights how communities avoid advertising drinking, promoting abstinence instead.
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Battle Creek Enquirer
Untold risks of alcohol among youth warned by Sir Thomas Barlow
A veteran physician argues for rigorous youth safeguarding to keep alcohol away from children. He urges early education on its dangers and presents abstinence as rational self-control rather than fanaticism, stressing the immense risks to body and soul.
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Sir Thomas Barlow
Edward
Baetjer's Floorcovering Announces Closing Out Sale
Baetjer's Floorcovering launches a closing out sale with emphasis on bargain pricing. Local shoppers are urged to visit the store to take advantage of discounts on flooring options and installation services.
Local Happenings in Darke County West Virginia
Mrs Maggie Holler returns to her sister Mrs Lucy Chapman in Darke County after visiting Frederick relatives. Robert Evans of Rest Virginia visits son Chas Evans over weekend. Raymond Shipe moves to Ohio for a store position. Mrs Anderson of Jericho West Virginia visits daughter Mrs EB Zeiler for a night. Glen Lewis returns from Shepherdstown after college term. Rev Mr Flemmings visits Florence and Anna Shipe. Miss Lee Pine visits friends in Winchester Virginia. Ladies Aid Society of Methodist Episcopal Church South to hold a dawn party June 14 on Mr George Pine's lawn. Mr A Chrisman in Winchester for eye treatment.
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Darkeesville
W. Va
Maggie Holler
Frederick
Lucy Chapman
Robert Evans
Rest
Chas. Evans
Raymond Shipe
Ohio
Anderson
Jericho
EB. N. Zeiler
Glen Lewis
Shepherdstown
Mr. Flemmings
Florence
Anna Shipe
Lee Pine
Winchester
Ladies’ Aid Society
the Methodist Episcopal Church, South
George Pine
A. Chrisman
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement in Winchester Ad
Winchester resident Wesley J. Carpenter testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved kidney strain and back pain after heavy lifting. He praises the product, urges use of Dean's Kidney Pills, and notes price 50 cents with Foster Milburn Co. as U S sole agents.
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Winchester
Doan
Wesley J. Carpenter
W. Braddock St
Dean
Foster4
Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Whitacre Brevities From Whitacre Virginia June News
A Whitacre report notes the 6th of June Winchester exercises attended by Norman Whitacre from Reliance and sister Mayme from Dayton. Visitors include Lloyd Pugh and Bertha and Lula Whitacre returning from Bethany. An all day Laurel Hill meeting featured Rev W L Hamrick. Mrs Aaron Dunlap has been ill. Grace Keller recovered from typhoid symptoms.
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Bertha
Lula Whitacre
Bethany
W. Va
Laurel Hill
W. Ll. Hamrick
Meridian
Aaron Dunlap
Grace Keller
Grand Jury Calls End to Liquor Business in Christianity County
The Christian county Illinois grand jury dated December 30 condemns liquor as a family wrecking force and calls for dissolving partnership with the trade. The report cites widespread harm and urges legislators to protect youth, with voices from Mrs Florence D Richard and New York brewer quoted on licensing debate.
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Grand
Christian County
Mllinois
Virginia horse shows set dates for 1913 season
The article lists the scheduled dates for Virginia horse shows: Upperville June 12-13 Culpeper July 4-5 Manassas July 23-24 Grange July 30-31 Charlottesville Aug 6-7 Berryville Aug 12-14 Warrenton Aug 29-31.
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Virginia
Upperville
Culpeper
Manassas
Grange
Charlottesville
Berryville
Warrenton
Opposition to renewal of arbitration treaties grows in Senate
The Senate faces intensified opposition to renewing arbitration treaties as lawmakers raise concerns over neutrality and national sovereignty amid ongoing foreign policy debates.
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Senate
Lobby probe may slow tariff bill progress
Democratic leaders could not estimate the impact of the lobby investigation on the tariff bill's progress. The uncertain effect reflects unresolved questions about influence and timing as committee work continues.
Mr W M Atkinson Visits Town Near White Post
Mr W M Atkinson of near White Post is in town today with no other details provided.
Choice Small Farms For Sale Near Towns in Maryland
Choice small farms for sale bordering a county road with access for all owners. Two sets of buildings, two small apple orchards, and building sites on land without structures. Suitable for gardening, dairying, and orcharding. Close to school, church, town, markets. electricity and telephone available at low cost. CHAS. R. JONES Sole Agent Lock Box 535 Hagerstown Maryland will be in Berryville Thursdays and Fridays. 6-9-26t.
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Chas. R. Jones
Hagerstown
Berryville
Clarke Social Notes Spotted Visitors and Local Guests
Clarke notes list visitors and residents with trips to Staunton Lexington Winchester Farmville and Washington including Andrew Broaddus York Pa Luther Broaddus Pine Bluff Ark and Miss Elizabeth Moore plus others. Several locals attended S V A finals in Winchester and University of Virginia events with travels to Richmond Blue Mountain and Baltimore noted.
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Berryville
Andrew Broaddus
York, Pa
Luther Broaddus
Pine Bliff, Ark
Julian Broad
A. Cummins
Pittsburg
Elizabeth Moore
McGill Baker
Bob Elder
Frank Timberlake
Washington, D. C
Bessie Gaver
Middletown
J. W
Take Plenty of Time to Eat and Chamberlain's Tablets
A health note warns against rapid eating linked to indigestion and constipation. It advises thorough mastication and insalivation, then recommends Chamberlain's Tablets to ease stomach trouble. Sold by all dealers.
Seasonal ideas for home economics and house keeping
The article offers do it yourself guidance such as making floor wax from beeswax and turpentine and crafting floor mops cheaply. It expands into organization tips with a labeled house book and inventory, storage on shelves, and easy cleaning hacks like candle end reuse and polish methods.
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C&h
Casserole Cookery Tips for Attractiveness and Flavor
The article explains how presentation boosts appetite and digestion, noting attractive serving dishes and table setting. It describes a chicken and vegetable casserole with parboiled fowl, broth, potatoes, carrots, and onions baked in a covered dish, plus methods to use tougher meats through long slow cooking.
Tariff bill to be reviewed by Senate Finance Committee
A preliminary trial of the tariff bill is planned before the Senate Finance Committee before it is considered by the Democratic caucus. The timing and exact dates were not disclosed.
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Senate Finance Committee
Norfolk and Western Timetable Messages and Connections
The notice lists No. 13 9 am to Bristol with Pullman sleepers Dining Car to Roanoke Parlor Car to Roanoke and Bristol. Connections at Roanoke to Memphis Special for south. Elkton and intermediate stations to New York via Washington connections. Hagerstown sleepers to New York and Philadelphia. G Bevill W C Saunders Gen Pass Act G Pla.
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Bristol
Warmediat
Pullman
Roanoke
Broiler
Bluefield
Pocahontas
Welch
Norbon
Winston-Salem
Shenandosh
Gary
Dsanoke
Memphis
Saints South
Elkton End
Hagerstown
Harrisburg, Lee
New York
Stoad Junction
Washington
Southern Railway Schedule May 25 1918 Washington to Harrisonburg
The notice lists Southern Railway schedules effective May 25 1918 for routes via Washington and Harrisonburg with westbound No 173 mixed daily 6 00 am arrival Harrisonburg 10 15 am and other locals to Harrisonburg. Eastbound No 218 6 05 am local to Alexandria Washington No 14 limited to Alexandrian Weetington arrives 11 55 am No 28 4 56 pm local to Alexandria Washington arrives 9 15 pm No 216 local Harrisonburg to Strasburg arrives 8 30 pm. General Agent S Brown Washington DC signs the notice.
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Harrisonburg
Strasburg Junction
Alexandria
Washington
Alexandrian
Weetington
Strasburg
Brown
Washington, Dd. C
Train Schedules From Philadelphia and New York to Winchester
The notice lists train arrival times from Philadelphia and New York to Winchester at 9.22 am 11.51 am and 7.25 pm with daily and Sunday exceptions. It names H. A Rippie as G P A and includes station references and daily departures.
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Winchester
Daly
Tonge
G. P
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