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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1913
Page
3
The codling moth is described as a major enemy to apple growers. It damages fruit and drives spraying costs, with estimates of annual U S losses reaching 12 million dollars. Orchardists must spray during flowering and before calyx closure to control the pest.
A farming note explains spraying apples at bloom time to prevent moth damage. It recommends arsenate of lead or Paris green with Bordeaux or lime sulphur, mixing about three pounds per 50 gallons, or one third pound Paris Green, and suggests two to three sprays about ten days apart for best results.
An extract advises on poultry care including homemade feed, avoiding condiments, and using epsom salts for digestion. It describes building a long inexpensive hopper feeder and notes advantages of DIY devices over pricey commercial ones. Also discusses summer pruning to balance tree growth and fruit yield. Includes a brief local note about Mrs. Mary Bagket Miller visiting from Lousd wun county.
County revenue commissioner Brannon warns residents that any person operating a business in Freder ick County must hold a valid license. Report violations to the Commissioner of Revenue immediately.
A fragmented memory recalls Staunton noting misread names and a two year old child who left with his mother. After 22 years, a chance reunion is described as poignant and sad, highlighting family separation and long awaited contact.
A Mississippi River levee at Poydras Louisiana breached causing 300 feet of crevasse width. Over 500 flood fighters were rushed from New Orleans to the flood site amid the orange belt region distress. Local notices include Virginia weather warmer in west portions and memorial funeral arrangements for Sheridan Honesy in North Kent Street.
A pasted medical note claims Calarbh cannot be cured with local applications and that Caterrhian eases constitutional disease when taken internally. It alleges Hall's Host physicians endorse it as the best tonic with purifiers, purporting to reduce catarrh by acting on the mucous surfaces.
State Health Department reports hookworm exposure in the Shenandoah Valley with rising concern for children not in school. Officials anticipate statewide exams this spring across cities and counties including Winchester and Frederick County to assess spread and protect future generations.
Local buyers and shippers announced price quotations tied to wholesale markets in Philadelphia Baltimore Washington and other cities. The list includes grains hay flour millfeed bacon chickens lard potatoes dried apples and other staples with per unit ranges noted.
Baltimore wholesale markets report May 1 with spot and May futures for wheat 110, corn 59 1 4, hay Timothy 15, Clover 11 to 12, eggs Virginia firsts 18, butter Fancy creamery 86, dairy prints 61 1 2, light poultry prices for spring chickens and hens listed prevailing rates.
A 1909 letter from D A Koonce of Columbia Alabama praising Swamp Root kidney relief. The signer swears the statements are true before a notary and urges readers to request a sample bottle from Kilmer Co Hinghamton NY with a booklet on kidneys. Bottles priced fifty cents to one dollar.
A vintage classified style notice touts Hair Health as a cure for gray hair and hair loss and dandruff. It promises quick whitening and restoration by nightly application with directions and offers free samples via druggists. Keller Deng.
An old testimonial from Mrs Elizabeth Eckardt of Main Street Fronte Royal Virginia claims kidney pain and backache improved after using Dean’s Kidney Pills. She reports three years of relief since treatment in 1907 and endorses the product sold by Ottertitburn Co Buffalo NY as the U.S. agent.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a prompt and permanent cure for colds and coughs. It claims the remedy is pleasant to take, safe, and effective, with a wide national reputation. Sold by all dealers.
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