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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1908
Page
4
The piece argues there is a twilight land between state and federal authority and critiques past nominations. It claims Bryan’s rising prominence shifts party dynamics, compares him to Henry Clay, and calls for a realignment of both major parties to benefit the country.
The piece argues against fixed prices by corporations and wage floors by labor groups, noting wage workers may accept lower pay when jobs vanish and producers cannot sustain artificial prices. It cautions that price maintenance without controlled production risks competition, tariff impacts, and industry instability amid rising tariff abolition sentiment across parties.
The text argues that removing tariffs on trust products and keeping prices steady will hasten the realization of a central idea. It frames tariff abolition and price maintenance as catalysts for broader economic change.
Berryville Virginia notes record visits from Cruger Smith of Charles Town and various locals including the Wries, Marshalls, and Fishpaws. Several residents travel to Hoboken and Baltimore while family illnesses call relatives home from the University of Virginia.
Judge and Mrs. Adam G. Carson depart for Riverton Virginia to visit Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Carson. They plan several days there then return to Winchester before sailing for the Philippines on June 9.
A杂 article laments love science and child culture fads proposing a Burbank method and vibratory child-rearing schemes. It contrasts modern affinities with historical bonds, cites Mrs Florence Wieland and Mary Washington, and recalls Peter Francisco the Revolutionary hero and a Confederate captain.
After independence, Peter Francisco served as sergeant at arms for the Virginia House of Delegates. He died in 1831 and his unmarked grave is now described as being hidden by tall grasses.
A physician discusses diet and claims Grape-Nuts, used with cow's milk, relieved his years of malnutrition, palpitations, sleep loss, and stomach issues. He promotes the food as a rational, scientific feeding system and urges readers to read The Road to Wellville for more.
Doctor W ae Myers operates a new dental practice at Main Street in Winchester Virginia offering crown and bridge procedures.
The estate of Geo. W. Brent, deceased, is offered for sale by executor Co. M. Ebert with R. P. Duvall serving as auctioneer. Sale details appear dated April 21 with four weeks remaining.
In a May 2 1908 court proceeding the administrator offers a 131 acre Frederick County farm near Opequon five miles from Winchester for sale at public auction. The property includes a stone dwelling, barn and outbuildings plus timber land and clearings, with possession set Sept 1 1908 and a tenant’s crop rights. Terms: one third cash, balance in one and two years with interest and trust deed security.
Special Commissioner will offer about 21 acres near Stephens City for sale at 12 noon on May 30 1908 in Winchester Virginia. The property once owned by Margaret A Miller and inherited from the Hahn Estate. Terms: one third cash, balance in two annual installments with bonds, deed of trust securing payment.
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