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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1908
Page
4
A Winchester man Speaker Byrd helped pass a law prohibiting sales to habitual drinkers. The mayor pushed the policy, and a bartender faces a $50 fine for selling to intoxicated patrons. The piece praises Winchester for its firm anti drinking stance and lists local pride.
Irishman and Frenchman plan a deadly duel over insult. They draw cards to determine who dies, the Irishman drawing the deadly low card and preparing to shoot. He then exits smiling and proclaims the line Regatta, Of missed megelf, as spectators await the outcome.
James B Parker, once praised as the man who saved President McKinley, after restraining Czolgosz during the attack, faded into obscurity. He lost his Pullman porter job, wandered into poverty, and died in a Philadelphia hospital's insane ward. His body was claimed by Jefferson Medical College for dissection.
The piece discusses resignations of Maine congressman Iles B Littlefield and Tom Reed over congressional pay, notes private life health versus public service, and praises veteran lawmakers like Senator Martin of Virginia and Senator Daniel for influence and usefulness in shaping Senate debates and policy. It cites Petersburg Index Appeal.
A 29 year old woman in Low Mass legally adopts a 46 year old man as her son. The brief item notes unusual family action amid local social circles and hints at questions about propriety and expectations.
Readers’ letters and editorials show mixed sentiment toward John D. Rockefeller with some labeling him a horned devil while a majority hold him in controversial regard as thoughts on monopoly and wealth shape public opinion.
A lively Winchester scene describes clear skies and pleasant weather as residents note the sunshine and cheerful mood with a focus on local life and community spirit.
A lengthy draft outlines changes to school salaries and boards including board oversight and teacher pay timing. It discusses higher salaries for superintendents and trustees, stricter treasurer reporting, and a shift to cash disbursements for the Grands staff fund. Supt. Eggleston pledges cheaper books with a single list and minimal changes, promising swift adoption and a forthcoming institute in Winchester.
Report from a late rain or shine conference with professors from the University of Virginia and Farmville Normal School discussing rural education, agricultural instruction, normalization of schooling, and health topics. Speakers included Prof G n Rev Roy Selmacker Prof Austin Middleton Prof Ren di Wood stock along with Superintendent Eggleston and Mr Crosby. The event praised as the most successful yet and attendees planned departures.
A mother describes feeding her severely undernourished baby with artificial formula before trying Grape Nuts. Soaking the cereal in warm water, the infant gradually improved from a fragile state to significant growth and strong health, surprising friends with the rapid progress.
A notice announces a limited time saving of 10 percent on subscriptions if payment is made by January 1 1909. If a bill has not been received, readers are urged to visit the office to pay and take advantage of the discount.
An advertisement presents Pape's Diapepsin as a quick remedy for indigestion and stomach fermentation. It claims all misery vanishes within minutes, lists symptoms from heartburn to nausea, and asserts each Triangule digests 3,000 grains of food. The copy urges immediate use and promises painless relief.
A two story frame dwelling on the Benvente farm near White Post was destroyed by fire yesterday. The home was occupied by a Negro family. Officials say the blaze started from a defective flue and the loss is estimated at about 1000 dollars.
A year ago today a large crowd attended a public school art exhibit. Miss May Watson and Wesley Russell were married near Summit Point. A new barn was erected on RK Miley's farm at Wardenaville burned. News arrived of Captain Smith's death in Richmond, found on a park bench. Over 500 dogs were taxed, with police seizing dogs during a crackdown.
Mr Guisippe Giuliani a popular fruit dealer on North Main street returns to Winchester after spending part of the winter near Naples Italy He left New York January 16 on the Carmania with cousin Miss Bianca Rammachiotti of Hagerstown Maryland He arrived back in New York Wednesday afternoon aboard the Arpathia and has been greeting friends all day.
The funeral for the late William H. H. Ewing will be held at his home near Stephens City at 3 o'clock tomorrow afternoon, changing the previously announced time of 10 o'clock morning. Burial will take place in Stephens City.
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