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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1944
Page
4
The April 13, 1944 edition lists delivery notes, rates for subscriptions by mail and carrier, and advertising deadlines. It includes a Bible quote from John 21:26 and a notice about readers reporting delivery irregularities.
Allied powers assert France will be restored as a major European factor with its territory inviolate in peace plans. The French Committee of National Liberation based in Algiers works to control liberated areas as invasion proceeds while Allies push for a foreign military governance until France forms its own government. Strong underground groups back the committee’s plans. France must become a sincere, chastened nation to avoid deeper hardships or disintegration.
A New York Times survey shows East Coast petroleum stocks rising and shipments by tanker pipeline and railcar at record rates. Daily East Coast deliveries reach about 1.8 million barrels, with gasoline and fuel oil stocks boosted over the past year as officials debate rationing policy.
The article notes barrels of reserves built in the last year and when the Little Inch pipeline starts delivering gasoline, reserves will rise further. Advocates claim European requirements were met by East Coast shipments, transportation facilities are up, and rationing causing hardship may end.
A citizen proposes solving Germany’s postwar fate through exile or sterilization to end its nationhood. The piece notes Poland’s partition history, the risk of German revival, and argues exile as a means to absorb Germanic people elsewhere if peace negotiators insist on unconditional surrender.
The essay paints a vivid rural scene as peepers call at night signaling spring. It notes pastel coats and flowers after church, children near libraries, and longer evenings, with the peepers as the clearest sign of the new season.
In Darke County Ohio unrest clashes with OPA records damaged while Cleveland sees a war of words with a letter to the National League of Wholesale Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Distributors urging noncooperation with OPA on price ceilings. The piece urges cooperation with OPA officials to secure better service.
Fisenhower reports allied advance with gains in four areas as Japs gather a large force for a fresh Pacific push. Dr Charles S Milton establishes residence and veterinary office. Five years ago Britain and France pledged to resist any attack on Rumanians and Greeks. The president seeks cooperation with Latin America. Cold weather causes fruit damage as temperature hovers near 28 degrees.
The crowd cheered as President Roosevelt appeared to receive a Congressional parade honoring his return from Florida. Also reported death of Rev. Dr. George W. Banks at Memorial Hospital and Rev. H. E. Woolever D D addressing at Broad Street Church.
Local children plant trees to mark Arbor Day. Rev. F. I. Mumford serves as visiting preacher at Market Street Church. The Empire features the current show Bimbo.
Mrs. Martha Hancock dies at 136 N Washington street after a lingering illness. David S. Graize laid to rest in Mount Hebron.
In the sea battle off Port Arthur the Russian and Japanese fleets clash as forces engage under heavy fire. Separately, "Uncle Billy" Braithwaite dies after a lingering illness. George W. Estep is buried following his death several days ago.
A small bridge was built over the Opequon near Spout Springs as new residents move into Caponidge. Mrs. Mary F. Robinson, aged 64, died at her Clearbrook home.
The query lists nine quiz prompts about historical and geographical topics. Items include Pierre Pucheu’s government role, the northernmost U S boundary state, a grammar correction, a French steamship capsize in New York Harbor, Argentina’s March resignation of its president, Mexico’s compulsory service, the war tied to When Johnny Comes Marching Home, the Charge of the Light Brigade location, a political society with the tiger emblem, and the largest U S Virgin Island by area.
Allied Headquarters in Naples reports German propagandists in Italy have been distributing leaflets to American troops. The pamphlets mock American life, question soldiers’ resolve, quote radio broadcasts by German forces, and launch attacks on President Roosevelt.
Dr. Fred A. Cochran returns to his Brucetown office after a trip. Residents C J Clarke and several relatives visit and travel between Mt Jackson Ridgewood and Berryville. Families including Boden Swimley Triggs Hardesty Crosen and Price are mentioned with illnesses visits and homecomings in Brucetown and surrounding towns.
Stassen and MacArthur gained early momentum in key state contests as Nebraska and Illinois reports show Dewey and Wilkie competing. Roosevelt held a strength edge in Nebraska, while Farley faced pressure in New York Democratic circles amid talk of a fourth term.
Dr. Clendening favors three old time remedies Dr. Quiet Dr. Merryman and Dr. Diet. Going to bed is Dr. Quiet's plan and most ailments respond to rest. Dr. Merryman helps with belching and digestion while Dr. Diet outlines a basic daily food regimen and balanced meals for both healthy and convalescent individuals. The piece notes emergency needs like pneumonia and appendicitis and mentions a Health Service program offering moving expenses and an initial $250 monthly stipend to doctors relocating to a new community.
National leaders urge party unity for the November campaign. Missouri delegates are chosen to join 30. 6 of 26 in districts are pledged and 2 favor Dewey. Connecticut and Maine delegate selections unfold with Dewey favored by Senator Danaher.
A wartime appeal urges donations to support the USO so service members and their families have a welcoming retreat. The notice underscores the need for shelter meals and morale services as troops deploy or return. It calls readers to contribute locally to sustain hospitality across bases and posts.
Moscow reports fenamin tablets significantly raise energy and reduce fatigue among soldiers. The Red Army medical council chaired by Major General Feodor Krutkov says tests among pilots, tank crews, scouts, and artillerymen show effects within 20 to 30 minutes, sustaining activity for up to 24 to 36 hours in some cases.
Berry records show Boyce and Clarke counting events reported by The Star in daily Berry pages. Names, dates, and venues appear in local notices and sports briefs.
Inspector Grange arrives with his team to question suspects after Miss Lane is shot. Argus, Flagg, and Dorry Carstairs provide differing alibis as Grange orders searches for a weapon and traces to Syria and the Carstairs family. The investigation continues with leads about blackmail and a missing Bill Carstairs.
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