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Newspaper
Winchester The Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1907
Page
4
The Evening Star in Winchester Virginia outlines its advertising integrity rules and announces its consolidation with The News Item, dated May 6 1907, detailing circulation and subscription rates plus delivery terms.
The Supreme Court decrees in favor of Virginia, overruling West Virginia demurrer. The decision leaves the only issue the precise amount due. Major Holmes Conrad, counsel for Brown Brothers, and the Attorney General guided the demurrer and bill. West Virginia is urged to provide a fair proportion of the debt.
The Richmond Journal disruption highlights praise for the alleged blessings of slavery and claims of racial progress by the Negro under white “civilization.” It contrasts with stories from New Mexico about Indian snake worship where a baby is sacrificed, deeming such brutality shocking within the United States.
The notice states compliance with the National Pure Food Law and confirms Guarantee No. 204 filed at Washington. No further details are provided in the accessible text.
A New England tariff debate centers on reducing protections to an equal plane with foreign producers. Manufacturers seek broad revision while consumers favor genuine relief. Roosevelt is seen as likely to push tariff cuts. Republicans brace for agitation as Cannon retreats from the controversy.
The 1895 established Evening Star, Winchester's first daily, has changed hands and failed to find success. The paper now operates without any daily competitors in the market.
The Review of Romney Hampshire County West Virginia highlights William F. Taylor the county's oldest resident who just turned 94. The article notes his vigor and clear mind his memories of early life including pre railroad days and flatboat travel on the Potomac with keel boats along the river. He recalls many riverboat crews and says he never saw a drunk or a fight among them.
Several banks in Winchester Virginia announce closures for Thursday May 30 1907 a legal holiday. Paper maturing that day may be paid Friday May 31 1907 at National Bank Farmers and Merchants Bank Union Bank of Winchester and other local institutions.
Special to The Star from Rest Va May 29 notes farmers complain insects work on corn during cool weather causing delay. Local residents travel plans and visits to nearby towns are listed with names and brief movements.
A public auction will start at 10 o'clock Thursday morning June 6 1907 at Benvenue Farm near White Post Clarke County home of the late Capt David Meade. Household furniture includes parlour dining room hall chamber and kitchen pieces. Cash for sums 2 and under. over 2 credit six months with endorsed notes.
Burnt Factory Virginia May 29. Much sympathy is heard for Mr and Mrs Roy P Duvall whose little son Weedon died Sunday after being scalded by boiling water at home that morning. Mrs Duvall is prostrated with grief as she tipped the pail that caused the tragedy. Nearby, cattle sickness strikes John Bromley with one death believed from black leg and Dr Cole treats the rest. J F Jackson and O M Fishpaw lose a young colt each. A Williams cow nearly bleeds to death after injuring itself on barbed wire. My Dogs raid Wrights sheep fold killing one sheep. dogs captured and killed.
The Morning News Item, a recent venture in Winchester Virginia, ceased publication with its May 4 issue and its subscription list was taken over by The Evening Star. The News Item was absorbed into the Evening Star, ending its run in the local market.
Mr Luther A Huyett of near Winchester, brother of Deputy Sheriff John Huyett, was here on a business visit as reported by the Hagerstown Herald.
State of Virginia report from Winchester shows total deposits of 1 749 330 23 including due to national and state banks, dividends unpaid and various certificates of deposit. Signed by Cashier John W. Rice with witnesses and notary on May 25 1907.
The Union Bank of Winchester Virginia reports assets totaling 803,827.12 and liabilities 305,57.12 as of May 20 1907. Cashier Lee R Grim attests to the summary and is countersigned by directors Geo W Kurtz William Atkinson H Lupton in Frederick County. An official sworn statement is filed with the State Corporation Commission.
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