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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1913
Page
2
Practical advice covers cleaning hard wood floors with steel wool and soap, using gum camphor for brightness, oil for freshly painted floors, paraffin for steel ranges, vinegar for brushes, alcohol for mirrors, linen rags for cloths, mariane acid to remove lime and stains, and soap to guard nails before gardening.
A poetic reflection on lives bound by duty and love where small deeds weave an unbroken thread. The author emphasizes that love ennobles every action, framing daily fidelity as a noble craft.
The article describes turning limited spaces into productive gardens. It suggests growing cucumbers in a barrel with manure for soil, radish and lettuce in urns or tiles, and peas, chard, beets, and carrots in small beds. It also recommends a clump of precut greens, an asparagus bed, and a strawberry patch for fresh breakfast berries.
Patient Mr Joseph Ri. of Olio reports Saxo Salve cured a thirty year eczema and healed an itchy scalp condition. He notes one application clears ringworm and claims the product treats all skin troubles. Keller Drug Co. Winchester Va offers refund if no benefit and recommends Vinci blood purifier.
Bargain roundup for floor coverings with linoleum and oilcloth offered at steep discounts. Store advertises 35¢ and 1 dollar wide rolls and closing out sale details.
Mr. and Mrs. James E. Hardy return to North Kent street after visiting Baltimore friends. They were hosted mainly by Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Toomey, whose guest was entertained at their home. Toomey has long worked as a fireman on the Winchester and Baltimore accommodation train. The trip marked Mr. Hardy’s first weeklong vacation in many years.
Wesley J. Carpenter of Winchester Virginia reports strong relief from kidney pain after using five or six boxes of Doan's Kidney Pills. He says lifting strain caused back pain and left kidney discomfort, with Dean's pills providing enduring benefit. Sold by all dealers 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Dean's.
The schedule lists Upperville June 12 13 Culpeper July 4 5 Manassas July 23 24 Orange July 30 31 Charlottesville August 6 7 Berryville August 12 13 14 and Warrenton August 29 30 31 with no additional details.
The annual sermon for Shawnee Tribe No. 2 Improved Order of Red Men was preached at Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church South by Rev. W. O. Talbert. A large turnout of Shawnee and Incohonee Tribe members, plus visiting Red Men, attended. The wigwam gathered again to thank the minister, choir, church officials, and contributors for a profitable service.
A tract near Berryville, Clarke County, Virginia, is being divided into small farms of 25 to 50 acres, possibly up to 100 acres. Fertile, gently rolling land with two sets of buildings, two small orchards, abundant water, and proximity to town utilities. Ideal for gardening, dairying, and orcharding with easy road access and school church markets nearby. CHIAS R. JONES, Sole Agent, Lock Box 535, Hagerstown, Md. Will be in Berryville Thursdays and Fridays. 6-9-26t.
A 13 year old girl died of tuberculosis after years of struggle. The Baldwins of Winchester mourn the loss as funeral services were held at their home. Rev. S A Parker and Rev. C I D Taylor officiated with former schoolmates serving as pallbearers. Burial followed in Green Hill Cemetery.
Berryville Va June 10 The funeral of young Miss Virginia Baldwin daughter of Mr and Mrs William Baldwin who died at their home four miles east of Berryville last week was held Saturday and was attended by a baking crew
A terse maxim urges speaking only when there is something true to say and to avoid chatter for its own sake. The admonition champions honesty and focused discourse over empty talk or reward.
A health note warns against rapid eating and indigestion. It promotes thorough chewing and insalivation, suggests Chamberlain's Tablets for fullness or dullness after meals, and claims many stomach troubles have been cured by their use.
A vintage guide describes making two linen table runners with embroidered ends in satin and cross stitch. It recommends Tan and white linen, hems, and embroidery above. baskets of edelweiss motifs, pale pink flowers with green leaves, and ribbons in padded satin stitch. Also suggests dark brown ramie linen runners with vivid colored ends for living room tables.
Fashion notes show parasols moving from taffeta to chiffon and lace for decoration. White and black borders appear with striped patterns, while emerald green and garden party designs gain popularity. Elaborate edges include ruching, scarf-like edges, and lace trim.
The article describes necklace and collar trends using filmy tulle and velvet, highlighting a smart stock collar with lace or velvet turnover. It notes a model combining white bengaline and black velvet with a stiffened edge, scrim, and a velvet bow under a pearl buckle. Black velvet serves as a background for ecru lace trim.
Circular vanity and change cases of four inch diameter come in taupe black mahogany mulberry morocco with nickel frames and link chain handles. Inside are kid lined compartments one side for mirror and powder puff the other for a purse with a secured envelope flap.
The timetable lists No. 18 at 9:30 am to Bristol with Pullman Sleepers Dining Car to Roanoke and Parlor Car to Roanoke and Bristol. No. 1 at 2:36 am to Roanoke Bristol Bluefield Pocahontas Welch Norton and intermediate stations with Pullman kee Winston-Salem cafe and Gary, connecting at Roanoke with Memphis special south. No. 27 at 6:38 pm to Elkton and intermediate stations. No. 28 at 9:32 am to Hagerstown Harrisburg and New York with Shoah Junction connection to Washington. No. 14 at 7:04 pm to Hagerstown Pullman sleeper to New York. No. 2 at 1:01 am to Hagerstown with sleeper to New York and Philadelphia. Beville Saunders sign off as General Passenger Retired and G P A.
Public timetable notice for Southern Railway effective May 25 1938 lists westbound and eastbound trains between Washington and Harrisonburg including No 173 mixed daily leaving junction at 6 00 a m arriving Harrisonburg 10 15 a m No 49 daily noon local to Harrisonburg arriving 2 55 p m Buffet Parlor Car No 217 daily 8 30 p m local to Harrisonburg arriving 10 25 p m Eastbound No 218 daily 6 05 a m local to Alexandria and Washington arriving 10 30 a m No 14 except Sunday 8 27 a m to Alexandria arriving 11 55 a m Buffet Parlor Car Nov 8 daily 4 56 p m from Strasburg Jct to Washington arriving 9 15 p m Buffet Parlor Car No 216 daily local from Harrisonburg to Strasburg Jct arriving 8 30 p m L S S Brown General Agent Washington D C
Trains arrive in Winchester from the station at 9 22 am, daily except Sunday, 11 51 am and 7 25 pm daily. Signed J H Tong, Supt., H A Riddle, G P A.
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