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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1908
Page
3
An apple growing bulletin urges early spring spraying with arsenate of lead to kill codling moth larvae. Begin when 80 percent of blossoms fall, apply 150 to 200 pounds pressure, and spray to fill the calyx cup. Use Bordeaux nozzles, aim at a 45 degree angle, and test by splitting blossoms to ensure thorough coverage.
J H Girton of Bristol Indiana reports two practical formulas to combat San Jose scale. Dormant trees require caustic soda carbolic acid and water. full leaf trees use a stronger soda acid mix. Mixing and spraying directions are provided, with emphasis on thorough application to remove scale.
Fanwell and Cantwell opposed each other as twirlers in a Saturday game. Fans generally felt Fanwell outpitched the Georgetown University pitcher though both allowed runs. Each offered solid support, with Winchester scoring all runs in the seventh on four singles and an error by Simpson on a Krebs throw-in.
Capon Springs West Virginia sees a new season under proprietor C F Nelson with guests since May and June. The resort emphasizes modern comforts refined baths and improved roads to accommodate growing coach and automobile travel. Mrs Casper Fries of Winchester joins for her twentieth year as a guest and bath benefits again at Capon.
Mrs John Skelton Williams, noted Richmond banker, suffered serious injuries when the carriage she rode in was driven against a fence near her summit residence at Blue Ridge Summit Maryland. Her horses ran away, causing two broken ribs and bruises though doctors say her condition is not alarming.
The listing shows regional show dates in Virginia with Culpeper on July 3-4, Manassas July 22-23, Orange July 29-30, Harrisonburg August 5-6, Front Royal August 12-13, Berryville August 18-20, Upperville August 26-27, Warrenton September 2-3, and Petersburg September 11-12. The date for the Richmond show is not provided.
Dr and Mrs William Neill of Charles Town West Virginia announce the engagement of their daughter Marie Virginia to Mr Keith Neville of North Platte Nebraska.
Mr A Anderson of Richmond Virginia checked in at the Hotel Eanes today, confirming his arrival and residence status.
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