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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1933
Page
2
Miss Mildred Drummond lectures on brownettes a term for brown haired women with blue or brown eyes. She explains shade harmony complexion analysis and makeup rules. Sessions run daily all week at L R Smith Inc with Max Factor representation offering beauty guidance.
The note signals growing legislative interest in technocracy amid ongoing debates. It hints at uncertainty about what has become of the technocratic movement and reflects concern over its influence on policy and governance.
The amended beer bill eyed swift passage with hopes of Governor Kump signing it to become law immediately after Senate approval. Debate included claims of constitutional issues raised by delegates, while House action kept the measure moving despite questions. Committees planned further work on administration bills and other proposals.
A fire in a four story Broadway building housing the Strand Theatre killed electrician Joseph Kraus and caused 2200 theatergoers to flee into Times Square. The blaze halted traffic for an hour as large electrical signs collapsed amid popping bulbs. The victim was found near an exit doorway amid smoke and confusion.
Richmond reports Governor Pollard said he cannot reduce auto license tag costs to three dollars. The authority to set tag costs lies with the General Assembly. Eastern Virginia petition drives circulate thousands of petitions to the governor.
William M. Richards clarifies remarks reported in The Winchester Star denying any push for higher 1933 34 school taxes. He urged reducing district levies while boosting the county school fund to cover required state expenses, aiming to balance the budget without harming schools.
Pupils at Pangwern college Cheltenham England learn balancing and juggling as part of a physical education exercise. Girls stand on one foot on a pedestal while juggling three balls and balancing two oranges on a plate on the head. Old Hickory token linked to grave Sayre Canton PA Baptist cemetery. Sayre admired Andrew Jackson and wore a hickory sprig in his buttonhole. Pacific shores described as American Australian and Asiatic.
A note of thanks to friends and neighbors for their faithful and untiring efforts last night that saved my home from burning. Daumn 12 11. W A Everly, Middletown Virginia.
A Roosevelt era budget clash unfolds in Congress as 3,000,000 farmers threaten to strike on May 3 if the Frazier currency mortgage plan fails. The Senate moves to limit debate on a $2 billion mortgage refinancing bill while seeking to restore farm price levels to 1909–14.
Frederick and Winchester treasurers urge tax payment by May 7 to vote in the November general election and August 1 Democratic primary. The Winchester and Frederick constituencies note the six month rule applies for voting, with local offices and the chance to fill Swanson's Senate seat among the statewide contest.
Companion cropping uses two or more crops in the same space with staggered maturities. Lettuce radishes and spinach can share rows with cabbage or tomatoes, while onions carrots beets or parsnips fill between other plants. Careful selection and hand work maximize yield on small gardens.
In Moffett's Post Capt. A B Cook has been appointed acting chief of naval aviation to fill the position left vacant by the late Admiral William Moffett who died in the Akron disaster.
A nature note mentions that female spiders sometimes eat their mates. It suggests the male Avoids conflict since the female would disagree, humorously linking mate consumption to female resistance.
The Rev. B. J. Rohart will speak at First Brethren Church on the topic The Saddest Words Jesus Ever Uttered. He warns that living without Jesus brings loss of peace joy divine favor eternal life and God’s wrath. Special music is planned for the service.
The fee for guide service in the Swiss Alps varies by excursion. Short easy trips cost about 15 francs, tougher climbs can reach 200 francs, and a first class climb typically charges 60 to 80 francs.
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