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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 03, 1939

Page

4

Winchester Evening Star Advertising Rates Notice

The Winchester Evening Star lists advertising rates for classifieds at 2 cents per word with a 25 cent minimum, memorials and cards of thanks at 10 cents per printed line, and display ads due by 9 PM the day before publication. Transient rate 45 cents per inch. National reps listed in major cities.

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Subscription Rates By Mail And Carrier

By mail or carrier rates listed for one year six months three months and one month in advance. Rates shown include three months and six months in advance with different price points and a weekly option.

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Associated Press attribution notice

A note states the Associated Press holds exclusive re publication rights for all dispatches credited or not credited to the paper and all local news printed here.

Associated Press

Courage to Live a Moral Life Quote Ad

A 1939 religious item presents the Bible verse Joshua 23:6 urging courage to keep the law of Moses. The short note frames moral living as steadfast adherence amid temptation.

Josh

Hitler’s Expansionist Drive Linked to Mein Kampf

The piece argues Chamberlain may confront Hitler’s promises to defend Poland with force. It warns appeasement fails and urges reading Hitler’s Mein Kampf to understand his step by step conquest strategy from rearmament to territorial seizures including Austria and Czechoslovakia and threats to Poland and Romania.

Ler Adolf Hitler Hitler Rhine Austria Sudetenland Moravia Bohemia Slovakia Poland Rumania

Beefs Made Tender by Heat and UV Treatment

Scientists from the Mellon Institute report a new process to tenderize beefsteaks by higher cooking temperatures and UV irradiation. They claim every grade of beef could rise about one palatability grade, potentially pleasing 30 million households.

Mellon Institute Andrew Mellon the Treasury

Where Are We Progress of the national economy in muddled state

The piece argues that the US economy is in a muddled state with government spending consuming a third of total income. It notes public fear of disaster if spending continues and questions lawmakers who vote for higher outlays despite calls for lower costs and private industry support.

Silent Abuse From The Big Boys In Glasgow Missouri

A reader from Glasgow laments being ignored by larger peers. He argues that being dismissed quietly hurts more than harsh words and shares personal frustration at unequal treatment of smaller players.

Glasgow

Barkley plan prompts calls to rein in spending

The Richmond News Leader argues that Senator Barkley’s proposed “ten desirable objectives” must be weighed against the surge in federal outlays. It warns the Seventy-sixth Congress risks long term damage if spending remains unchecked, urging STOP SPENDING as the guiding objective.

Senator Barkley Congress Europe Democratic Party Barkley

No taxing relief problem taxes minds in Armstrong

The Armstrong Mo Herald notes the relief problem burdens the best minds while most things are taxed, urging scrutiny of tax policy.

Armstrong Mo. Herald

Edith Barrington marries Dabney Carr Harrison in North Augusta

Announcement lists the March 30 wedding of Miss Edith Barrington to Dabney Carr Harrison in North Augusta South Carolina. Civic League luncheon follows with Mrs. James A. Miller and Mrs. J. M. Steck addressing the meeting at the George Washington Hotel.

Edith Barrington Dabney Carr Harrison North Augusta S. C Civic League George Washington Hotel James A. Miller J. M. Steck

Birth of daughter welcomed by Startzman couple

Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Startzman receive congratulations on the birth of a daughter. The item notes a family naming event and adds other society notices including an engagement in Baltimore.

E. D. Startzman John Merryman Baltimore Eleanor R. Julian Roszel, Jr Robert Y. Conrad Post Loudoun Street Arnold Grove M. E Hillsboro

Apple Blossom Festival Finance Committee Drives Fund Campaign

The finance committee led by H Delmar Robinson D E Stultz and Clifford Grim treasurer launches a broad campaign to raise funds for the upcoming fete. In city news the Methodist district meeting meets at Braddock Street M E Church, South. An Easter dance starts tonight at the George Washington Hotel with Earl Crows er in charge and Black Diamond Orchestra of Baltimore providing music. Winchester and nearby communities attend a candle light service at Christ Episcopal Church where the Episcopal High School choir from Alexandria performs.

H. Delmar Robinson D. E. Stultz Clifford Grim Braddock Street M. E. Church South George Washington Hotel Earl Crowser Black Diamond Orchestra Baltimore Winchester Christ Episcopal Church Episcopal High School In Alexandria

Steck Named Chairman Of New Public School Board

Fifteen years ago J. M. Steck was chosen as chairman of the new public school board. Captain Robert L. Christian delivers an address to the Kiwanis Club while inspecting Company I. The thermometer shows 12 degrees below freezing in a winter swan song. General Pershing, back from Europe, remarks that conditions look better there than on his last trip abroad.

J. M. Steck Robert L. Christian Kiwanis Club Company I General Pershing Europe

Winchester News Briefs Highlight Local Leaders and Events

Twenty five years ago citizens anticipate a Citizens' Band under Mr Miller Jenkins. Harry B Thatcher will be installed exalted ruler of the Elks. Daniel Lupton announces Winchester Chautauqua plans. Winchester mayor Randolph T McGuire is reported seriously ill.

Citizens Miller Jenkins Harry B. Thatcher Elks Daniel Lupton Winchester Randolph T. McGuire

Benedict Monument to Music in Rhode Island noted

The Benedict Monument to Music is a marble Greek style structure on South Lake in Roger Williams Park Providence Rhode Island. William Curtis Benedict left a large bequest ending in over $100,000 toward the memorial, aiming to illuminate music and instruct and adorn.

Benedict South Lake Roger Williams Park Providence Rhode Island William Curtis Benedict United States

Practical Suggestions On Care of Pets

A 32 page booklet from the Washington Information Bureau outlines feeding housing and care for dogs cats parrots canaries rabbits goldfish guinea pigs pigeons and other pets. Government experts back much of the material. Ten cents postpaid order form includes name address and payment.

Washington Information Bureau

The Power of Confidence: Jeff Palmer’s Transformation

A 15 year old boy climbs an electrical pole with spikes, is shocked by 6600 volts, and survives. After a long recovery he overcomes an inferiority complex by joining a public speaking class, gaining courage, popularity, and a fine job. The story links confidence to personal success.

Lance Jeff Jeff Palmer McNaught Syndicate

Nona Ackerman in Night on the City Street

A destitute boarding house tenant, Nona Ackerman, wanders the city with three dimes and a suitcase. She halves her meals, shelters in a park, and finally finds aid when the former boarder discovers her. The man reappears offering help as a night restaurant opens.

Nona Ackerman

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