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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1941
Page
4
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A religious snippet quotes Acts 2 28 about the ways of life and joy from divine countenance, encouraging faithful followership and praise. The short verse emphasizes spiritual joy and guidance through faith.
The article notes that from 1905 to 1915 about one million immigrants entered the United States each year, requiring the immigration service to employ 1,700 staff and spend 6 million dollars annually. It contrasts last year’s flow of about 70,000 immigrants with 7,000 government employees and 17 million dollars in costs, arguing against claims that non-defense spending cannot be reduced.
The Council of State Governments notes 24 states now require pre marriage health checks to curb venereal diseases, with 60 percent of the population and marriages affected. Nevada adds prenatal testing, bringing 20 states with such laws, while others consider expansions in Massachusetts Delaware Nebraska and Missouri.
A Washington dispatch suggests Harry Hopkins could become a member administrator or liaison officer of a forthcoming presidential super committee to coordinate defense and aid to Britain. The note implies limited immediate impact on business decisions.
A editorial argues against Roosevelt favoring Hopkins and other leaders, saying Ickes divides opinion and the President lacks acquaintance with top industrialists. It contends the nation should choose leaders with wisdom and restraint and urges decent protest without harming unity.
The New York Times reviews two weekend statements from Pravda and Japanese Foreign Minister Matsuoka about the Soviet Japan neutrality pact. It argues Stalin may have pressured Hitler but seeks to avoid war, urging U.S. policy to halt arms shipments that could flow to Germany via Russia.
Railroads plan a new 1 4 cent per mile round trip rate for all uniformed Army Navy Marine Corps and Coast Guard personnel on furlough traveling at their own expense. Likely effective May 1 this policy aims to boost morale and support national security by easing travel for service members on leave.
The Newport News Times-Herald reports President Roosevelt’s press conference suggesting possible changes to the draft law. A potential reduction of the maximum age from 35 to the low thirties could limit fresh selectees while signaling ample national manpower for defense and smoother transition from schooling to service.
News items note Nelson Carpenter of Round Hill school named president of Frederick county 4-H Club council. Also reported are a marriage of Katherine Hammond and Troy Rhea and WPA water system funds allocated to Stephens City.
Ten years ago Alex Adams’ filling station on Apple Pie Ridge road was robbed by a masked man. W. W. Glass broadcasts over big hookup from Washington in.
U S Army Navy and Marine Corps report activity as the United States presses Germany for a response to a wartime ultimatum. Agriculture data show 38 percent of the 1915 apple crop still in storage unsold. Fre a Maphis acquires the Pouts Hill area near Strasburg and outlines a large summer resort and park project.
Hundreds gather as a brush and woods fire rages at A. E. Marker homestead risking the town. Shenandoah Valley National Bank releases architect plans for a $35,000 building to be erected on the current site at Main and Piccadilly streets.
An editor letters page defends Sunday films arguing they educate and entertain while opposing voices call for churchly restraint. A reader cites Winchester as a growing town with 13 000 residents and urges afternoon and evening showings to boost commerce and tourism.
The New York Times reports the double leadership of the Office of Production Management has sparked questions as strikes in defense industries rise. Knudsen and Hillman clash over defense contracts and unionization, while the president asserts they act as one.
A set of seven Qs tests knowledge on edible oyster crabs Haydn Hel as Bayou State Oscar W Underwood Euphrates Bonaparte and Napoleon wife Sinclair Lewis parcel post and the last Old Testament book.
Instruction prompts request not to repeat a provided phrase and to avoid unnecessary commentary while summarizing. The reader is urged to rephrase and proceed with concise reporting.
Dr. Clendening explains that a small pimple on the back of the neck can progress to serious infections such as boils and carbuncles, warns against rubbing, and advises antiseptic salves and possible shaving. If worse, see a doctor. Also discusses soap irritation and skin care.
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