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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1914
Page
3
Baltimore Wholesale Price Report June 22
Prices in Baltimore wholesale markets include wheat at spot No 2 red and June 91 cents per bushel corn at 8.75 per cwt hay with No 1 timothy 19 dollars No 1 clover mixed 17 to 19 dollars butter fancy creamery 29 1 2 cents per pound eggs Virginia and nearby firsts 20 cents per dozen live poultry prices for old hens 17 1 2 to Take note spring chickens 1 12 pounds 32 cents per pound ducks 12 cents per pound pigeons 24 cents per pair and guinea fowl 80 cents each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Wholesale Price Quotes From Philadelphia to Washington
Prices offered by wholesalers in Philadelphia Baltimore and Washington and other cities for yellow corn barley flour middlings butter and chicken vary by retailer. Retail ranges include butter per pound at about 1.55 to 1.60 and flour around 4.50 to 6.75 with other grains listed at smaller units and mixed notes on market conditions.
Howells Advises Young Author at York Harbor
William Dean Howells, at his country house in York Harbor, urged a young novelist to avoid resting on laurels after a successful debut. He warned critics may say the laurels seem faded due to overuse, urging fresh originality instead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Dean Howells
York Harbor
Howells
Washington Post
Society for Prevention of Useless Talking Idea
A humorous exchange questions the meaning of SP. 0. 3 and proposes Society for Prevention of Useless Talking as a playful alternative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Society For Prevention
Neighborhood Scene Sparks Lively Exchange on Service
A humorous dialogue features Egbert asking about a daughter's neighborhood work and a child answering that singing lessons help neighbors by lifting their spirits and easing troubles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacon
Egbert
Applicant Offers Proofreader Role In Imagined Scheme
A humorous exchange shows an applicant proposing to take the blame for magazine errors as part of a prank. The magazine editor challenges the idea, highlighting the odd dynamic and potential consequences of such a scheme.
Modern Plumbing Wins In Old Time Romantic Fantasy
Poem fragment contrasts romantic medieval life with modern plumbing needs. Tribal knights and minstrels are invoked to set a nostalgic tone while the speaker prefers contemporary conveniences. The piece frames progress as superior to chivalric drama.
Rainbow Neck Tie Jokes About Color Change
A casual exchange centers on a neck tie given for Christmas by Greene’s wife. The joke notes the tie has changed colors, implying dye or material variance when colors ran out during production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greene
No Merit In That Stray Stories Line
A dialogue snippet from Stray Stories features a litigant scolding a lawyer over fees described as outrageous. The lawyer counters that skill and learning were provided, while the litigant insists he supplied the case. The exchange ends with the lawyer quipping that anyone can fall down a coal hole.
Pay Envelope Mystery Spurs Wallet Shakeup
A brief exchange reveals a stenographer received a ten dollar raise after a conversation about an envelope. The line hints at tensions over wages and a corrective raise in response to a request. The scene places a church as backdrop and Gotham street dialogue as tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gotham
Misread Banter Between Eastern and Western Speakers
Fragmentary dialogue shows an Eastern man asking for a method while a Westerner urges continuing forward. The exchange hints at a stubborn, practical attitude without clear context or names.
Faulty Construction Sparks Town Debate
A fragment from a local dialogue reveals residents discussing a self made man named Egbert and questioning the existence of laws against faulty construction in their town. The exchange highlights community scrutiny and informal oversight gaps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacon
Egbert
Pepys Diary Edition Mentioned in London Opinion
A London Opinion snippet notes the new edition of Pepys Diary is forthcoming but artes have not yet arrived, hinting at publication delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pepys
Lonon Opinion
Sorrow and Souls in a Quiet Town
Fragmentary text notes sorrowful themes and references to great souls attracting grief. mentions "pooringe Richter" and stray phrases about star imagery and pay. readable lines imply a literary or dramatic short piece with somber mood.
Insult to Injury at Beanbrough Homestead
Mrs Hemmandhaw laments break in at the Beanbrough home while away. Half the furniture stolen and later sold to a junk dealer shocks the family, underscoring the personal heartbreak beyond material loss.
Fussing and Cousins Discussion at Yale Record
A playful exchange from the Yale Record references “kindred pursuits” and “fussing my pretty cousins” as part of campus banter. The dialogue shows light, irreverent campus humor among students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack
Yale
Minor Character in Thackeray Novel Revealed
A dialogue reveals a speaker’s grandfather was the waiter in a Thackeray passage about arrack punch. The exchange notes recognition of the character Howry and connects a real family link to a literary scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thackeray
India Bans Import of Sulphur Matches
A telegram item reports India prohibits importation of sulphur matches. The note humorously questions the motive, joking about attire and discipline as a possible reason.
Hunting brag fades in frontier tale
A rugged speaker boasts seven bears and two moose captured beyond the camp, insisting no one expected him to carry them himself. The fragment hints at frontier hunting lore and bravado without naming places or dates.
Primitive Joy Expressed in Arctic Mockery
A verse observes an Eskimo who never pauses to rail at snow or sleet because there is no street to clean. The poem uses brisk irony to highlight climate and urban excess.
His Views On Women Humor And Buttons
A Kansas City Journal quip notes a stereotype about women lacking humor and then jokes that if women laughed heartily it would threaten the buttons on their tight gowns. The snippet reflects period satire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City Journal
Wifely Thrift Gains Laughter and Lesson
A playful quip exchanges between spouses about thrift and bargain shopping. One partner boasts saving a dime on lace and 17 cents on ribbons while the other suggests expanding the savings to seize the stock and riches. The exchange blends humor with a hint of financial ambition.
Some Use for Him Revealed in Ward Conversation
Mrs Beck invites Miss Radcliffe for a walk and Dr Sergeant’s advice to always walk with a purpose is invoked as a reason for companionship. The dialogue hints at social norms and practical aims within the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Beck Hall
Miss Radcliffe
Sergeant
How She Knew. Mr. Laphead Honeymoon Exchange
A brief humor piece notes when the bride realized her love began with irritation at others calling the groom a fool. The dialogue hints at playful discovery during the early marriage period as the bride recalls her feelings surfacing with each insult.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Laphead
Duckie Darling
Bride
New York Weekly
Forbearing Walter’s Quiet Gratitude Revealed
A humorous exchange shows one person thanking Walter by abstaining from showing a quarter. Walter’s restraint aims to keep the moment humble and avoid spotlight on the coin.
What makes Jinx look so grouchy in this scene
A compressed quip notes Jinx appears irked as his wife conducts a striking action while he supplies the hunger, framing a domestic tension in playful banter.
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Jinx
Fiood Shower Is Worth Thousands
The drought in Winchester and Frederick County since early May was checked by showers this morning and afternoon. Rain will help revive vegetation and aid farmers, though the hay crop is likely ruined. The drought lasted seven weeks, scorching fields of grass and pastures. Apple growers report moisture around tree roots but imperfect progress. experts say fall and winter apples still have time to develop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Frederick County
Butcher May Sue Cobb For Damages
Detroit report says W T Carpenter the butcher plans to sue Ty Cobb after a quarrel with Mrs Cobb over ten cents of fish. Cobb regrets the incident as Navin, owner of the Detroit club, seeks to ease injured feelings. Carpenter undecided on warrants or damages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detrov
W. T. Carpenter
Ty Cobb
Carpenter
Cobb
Navin
Detroit Baseball Club
Yashasie Bora Addresses Braddock Street Epworth League
A native of Japan, M Yashasie Bora and Randolph Macon College student spoke at Braddock Street M E Church South Epworth League. He plans to return to Japan as a missionary after completing his studies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Yashasie
Bora
Japan
Randolph-Macon College
Ashland
Epworth League
Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Randolph-Macon
Girl Fractures Arm In Vehicle Accident
Ruth Yost daughter of Mr and Mrs David F Yost was thrown from a vehicle when a horse started unexpectedly near North Kent street Saturday. Her right arm bone was fractured. Dr Walter Cox set the fracture and the patient is as well as could be expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Yost
David F. Yost
North Kent Street
Walter Cox
Motoring Parties Attend Winchester Gathering
A large turnout of motoring parties from across the country gathered in Winchester for Sunday events. The day was hot and activity was light as many participants passed the flag at the hotels and left in the morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Stephens City House and Lot for Sale in Virginia
Public auction on Saturday June 27 1914 at 8 M front of the County Court Hotel Winchester Virginia for a five acre house and lot in Stephens City bounded by Macedonia road P D Seale and others. Terms one third cash on sale and two thirds by note secured by deed and fire insurance policy. Charles Peery executor represented by R F Williams attorney.
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Lloyd Hr.pewty
Peery
County “Court
Winchester
Virginia
Stephens City
Macedonia
P. Dd. Seale
JM. Peery
Harles C. Peery
M. Peery
R. F Williams
Charies
Bow
Starvation and industry collapse hit Japan amid cold currents
The article warns of severe hunger in Japan as the tire crop and fishing industry fail, hitting Tohoku and wider areas. It cites a state of crisis with conservative estimates placing the number of those in need around 200,000 as shortages widen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Tohoku
Confused Aspiring Actor Johnny Seeks Peter Pan Role
A child named Johnny asks his mother about playing a part in Peter Pan. He ponders why he should play a little boy when he could portray the entire boy, revealing his earnest curiosity about stage roles and acting scope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny
Obstacle on Tracks Leads to Fine in St. PetersburgIncident
A male person of Niji Norge faced a $5 fine after placing an obstacle on railway tracks intended to trigger a death by his own action. The incident occurred in St. Petersburg as reported by the New York Times via Wireless.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niji Norge
St. Petersburg
New York Times
Signs of Wealth and Secret Theories in Court And Family
A fragmentary piece reflects on wealth, divorce papers, and privacy. Characters Crawford Crabshaw discuss lawsuits over dive papers, public scrutiny, and a death by self injury within a family. A sympathetic visitor notes secrecy as protection. Quotes explore honesty and the danger of sharing truth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawford
Crabshaw
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Cooper Bros
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Lin
A. Moore, JR
I Shirley Carter
Silasurer
R. Bichew
Ce Talist
Charles Town
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H. C. Warden
Pai Capitaiai
Harrisonburg
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Philadelphia
Washington
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Mounin
Poringe
Richter
Marcella
India
Waverly
Youngstown
Walter
Party
Ot Nlite
S. L. Larew
Jos. Wright
Cor. Market & Water
Footer’s Dye Works
Cumberland, MD
A. Heller
Winchester, Va
William Jordan
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