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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1941
Page
4
A fragment from the Winchester Evening Star lists classifed rates and publication details. It notes 2 cents per word with minimum 25 cents, 9 PM display ad deadlines, and transient rates of 45 cents per inch, plus national advertising representation and subscription options.
A biblical verse from Mark 10 21 recalls Jesus loving a man and telling him to sell all he has and give to the poor to follow him, promising treasure in heaven. The dated line notes the quotation appears in a 1941 newspaper context.
The article discusses commodity price trends during wartime and compares World War I to the current conflict. It notes that post 1939, prices rose then fell as demand failed to meet expectations, with government controls on strategic metals and surpluses limiting further price jumps. It warns political pressure could push prices and wages higher, but current controls aim to prevent a runaway cost of living.
A reflective Easter meditation on faith hope and the season of rebirth. The piece contrasts doubt with the message of resurrection and the enduring miracle celebrated across centuries amid spring’s return. It recalls biblical doubt and the promise of renewal each cycle of the sun.
A Newport News editorial blasts Madame Secretary of Labor Perkins for delaying certification of strikes to the National Mediation Board. It accuses her of bias toward CIO members, cites the Allis-Chalmers case prompted by Senator Byrd, and argues for a new Labor Secretary who will keep workers at work for defense needs.
The text reflects on Easter's denial of doubts and earthly arrogance, urging simplicity and humility in human hearts. It notes that many seek help for unbelief and emphasizes the need for faith and hope as civilization faces turmoil and power struggles.
The passage compares modern world fears to ancient Palestine and recalls the Easter message of resurrection. It contrasts fire and famine with hope and faith, noting that while times change, humans seek peace and happiness and the miracle of renewal endures.
The Leavenworth Times argues that retail profits cover stock costs and business expenses plus a living wage for the proprietor. It explains margins must fund rent taxes light heat wages and other running costs as well as interest on debts and credit terms to wholesalers.
Council approves construction of a 48000 av ory on Reuss Park site after lengthy discussion. Leonard H. Bell nominated by Democrats as Berry mayor. Reuss Fire Co votes to buy a new 14000 fire truck with automatic ladders.
A letter from Henry Mears of Stephen City Va and posts by Eula Stranderman and Rev. Moore urge strict Sabbath observance. They argue Sunday amusements harm faith, urge churches to act, and call for community votes to keep theaters closed on Sundays.
Reading prompts quiz on liverwort disease or sausage confusion. It asks about Vincenzo Ita lan painter or composer, Alberta capital, John Hancock role, light speed, Digest poll errors for Roosevelt, Gladstone nationality, Helvetia stamps, The Golden Stairs painter, and Robin Hood forest name.
The text states to use an adverb when describing an action of a verb. It gives an example such as the motor ran quietly and contrasts it with the adjective quiet.
Petersburg Progress Index notes Virginia remains largely agricultural and opposing daylight saving. Farmers would face hardship from banks and shops opening on different hours. no public demand for change exists as most of the world uses standard time. The piece questions gubernatorial power to alter time and warns against cultivating a mindset of more leisure.
Gould Lincoln notes rising public disapproval of sit down strikes harming national defense. He cites government hesitation, Senate Byrd’s push for immediate certification of strikes, and House investigations pressuring action to curb disruption of defense production amid WWII.
In a schol address a physician notes that after the Civil War medical practice changed with new infectious diseases and public health needs. He argues preventive medicine and state or industry health programs must cover infant care and public health. medical education should stress social problems. He also answers a reader’s question about germ carriers of tuberculosis.
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