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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1914
Page
4
Obituary from The Evening Star notes the death of Mrs. Nannie Tucker McGuire wife of Dr. William P. McGuire of Winchester Virginia. It praises her generous nature devotion to others and enduring memory as a bright guiding star in the community.
President Wilson, in Washington on Flag Day, questions fear and praise of the flag. He says the flag should symbolize just use of undisputed national power and warns no nation should doubt America's purpose and resolve.
A phrase extols a great nation to act as it pleases, upholding justice and mankind’s rights wherever its flag flies. The voice emphasizes independence in domestic affairs and global moral aims.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch notes Woodrow Wilson and Bryan’s stance on forcing peace and war. The piece argues nations will eventually replace armed conflict with arbitration, mirroring how individuals shifted from personal battles to courts.
A humorous poem laments summer flies tormenting cows, urging patience and gentle swatting while praising public action to reduce flies. The piece closes with a brief local note: Mr. J. L. Sheppard of Lynchburg, Virginia, visiting Mr. C. T. Owen on National Avenue.
Advertisements claim Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound helps women with displacement inflammation and backache. Testimonies from Mrs Harry Fisner of Philadelphia and Mrs Abril Lawson of Providence describe relief, improved sleep, appetite, and ability to work after use.
In Hayfield Virginia on a Friday morning a man about 60 lay unconscious beside the Northwestern turnpike. William McIlwee and others moved him to a neighbor’s house and later to the parish farm for care. Doctors from Winchester provide aid but the stranger cannot yet speak or identify himself. The man hailed from Harrisonburg and his presence remains a mystery to locals and authorities.
An old style ad copy touts Tiz as a cure for aching feet corns callouses bunions and swollen tired or stinky feet. It claims a Tiz bath provides instant relief draws out toxins and prevents pre term limp.
Announcement of the marriage between Noah Wines formerly of Rappahannock county Virginia and Margaret Wisecarver daughter of James Wisecarver. The ceremony was held Monday by Rev W C Talbert pastor of Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church South. Miss Bettie Morgian of Stephens City spent today in Winchester shopping.
Public auction set for Wednesday July 1 1914 at 2 p m in Front Royal Virginia to sell the Aspen Grove Farm in Cedarville District Warren County. The property totals about 219 acres in two parcels with a dwelling barn and out buildings. Terms: one third cash day of sale with balance in two equal annual installments secured by deed of trust.
In the Clerk's Office of the Corporation Court of Winchester Virginia on May 14 1914 Frank J Russell sues John S Russell and numerous Sullivan and Hassett heirs to obtain a decree of sale for about five acres of land adjoining Mt Hebron Cemetery in Winchester. William Russell nonresident must appear within 15 days. notice to publish in Evening Star for four weeks and post at city courthouse door by May 18 1914. Filed May 14 1914 by M M Lynch clerk.
An ad touts Chamberlain's tablets as a splendid remedy for stomach and liver troubles. The copy claims growing popularity and urges purchase through all dealers.
Notes show residents visiting relatives in Virginia Maryland and New Jersey. Mr Crum Bain loses a work horse to brain fever. Public matters note a Democratic primary held in Cline's blacksmith shop and rural routes assignments.
Miss Amy L Rhodes of Middletown Virginia married Paul Mof fet Hoenshel of Homestead Florida at the home of Jon S Rhodes in Bazie City Virginia on Friday June 12. The couple will reside in Homestead Florida where Hoenshel operates a fruit growing business.
Announcement reports the marriage of Edward Joseph Redmunds and Miss Jain Setthimyer. The ceremony occurred June 12 at Christ Church Winchester per Rev W D Smith. Also notes L H McKinster departed for a business trip from Worth Wising street home.
Jacob H. Hillyard of 6068 Kent St Winchester Va describes back pain worsened by damp weather and kidney issues. After using Deans Kidney Pills he reports great relief and notes prior public recommendations, reflecting strong faith in the remedy from Roster-Ail burn Co props Buffalo NY.
A fashion feature notes belts buttons and girdles as the focal points of summer frocks. It highlights removable frills removable trims and various fabrics like patent leather suede satin velvet and taffeta for accessories and bodice details.
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