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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1945

Page

2

Park Confident They Can Beat Brewers Sunday

Park coach Sandy Baker remains confident Park will contend with the Heurich Brewers Sunday at 3 pm. The teams met twice this season. Park last played July 22 and hasn’t practiced since July 27. Other area games include Viscose of Front Royal vs Paris at Orange and Stephens City in tomorrow’s schedule.

Sandy” Baker Heurich Brewers Bill Foster District Nine Winchester Staunton Tomorow Front Royal Paris Orange Stephens City

Memorial Services For Capt. Hartman

A memorial service for Captain Allison Hartman Engineer Corps U S Army son of Mr and Mrs C S Hartman will be held Sunday afternoon August 5 at 5 o'clock at Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church. The Rev Dr Ronald Ss Wilson will preside and the choir will supply music. Hartman a Handley High School and Virginia Tech graduate was among Americans lost aboard a Japanese prison ship after capture in 1942.

Allison Hartman Engineer Corps U. S. Army C. S. Hartman Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church Ronald Ss. Wilson Hartman Handley High School Virginia Polytechnic Institute Blacksburg Bataan

No Services Sunday At Centenary Church

Centenary Reformed Church led by Dr. S. L. Filickenger will hold no services tomorrow except the Children's Study School sessions. The day is proclaimed Vacation Sunday for church members and the pastor.

Centenary Church S. L. Filickenger Centenary Reformed Church

Further Carve Up Faced By Germans

Continued discussion notes that more than 4,000,000 Germans would remain in Poland and Czechoslovakia after Potsdam. Dutch demand removal of Germans from any new lands and limit the postwar German state to agriculture and peaceful industry with imports likely.

Poland Czechoslovakia Germany Reich

Unusual Primary Campaigns Extend to Election Eve

Lewis Preston Collins of Marion will address via radio from six Virginia stations Monday night. Lt Col Charles R. Fenwick finishes appeals with a WRVA radio address here and attends a picnic hosted by Stafford County Clerk Jim Ashby. Senator Leonard Muse of Roanoke will broadcast statewide until election eve.

Cage Lewis Preston Collins Marion Virginia Charles R. Fenwick WRVA Fenwick Jim Ashby Stafford Leonard Muse Roanoke

Ration Calendar Update From The Associated Press

The notice lists food stamp validity across categories. Meats and fats stamps extend through various dates, processed foods stamps through late autumn, sugar stamps remain valid until August, and shoe and oil stamps outline ongoing allowances with indefinite periods and cancellations not planned.

Associated Press OPA

Tuck Concludes His Campaign in Virginia Primary

Richmond Va Aug 4 Lieutenant Governor William M Tuck of Halifax sits to wind up his campaign with a 6 30 p m radio address on WRVA. Monday he attends a picnic and rally at Alexandria sponsored by Northern Neck labor groups then returns home to vote and await election returns.

Richmond William M. Tuck Halifax Atie Virginia WRVA Tuck Alexandria Northern Neck CIO Moss Plunkett

May Not Rain Tomorrow Forecast Sparks Picnic Plans

The forecast calls for fair skies and moderate temperatures with a hint of Indian summer. After four weeks of rain and a previous frost scare, locals plan Sunday outings and picnic preparations, hoping for dry weather despite lingering rain memories.

Plans Drawn For Crushing Japs

Washington Aug 4 The combined American British chiefs of staff drew plans for conquest of Japan. President Truman aboard the USS Augusta announced that Army and Navy leaders approved proposals for reallocating areas and commands and coordinating forces. Lord Louis Mountbatten may lead an area from the Solomon Islands to south of the Philippines.

Washington Japan Truman Augusta London Berlin Attlee Russia Louis Mountbatten Southeast Asia Solomon Islands Philippines

Laval Defends Actions in War Crisis Trial

The 89-year-old marshal Laval testified amid charges of intelligence with the enemy and plotting against state security. He described a secret 1935 French Italian pact meant to encircle Germany with Britain aware, claimed the 1935 British German accord violated prior French deals, and said Britain’s 1939 war declaration was illegal without Parliament approval. Laval promised the court that many facts would be revealed.

Marshal Tria Laval Germany Britain France

Regional War Labor Board actions on a closed shop dispute

War Labor Board from regional office moves to settle a contract dispute embedding a closed shop and wage rises. In Detroit 6200 CIO-UAW workers staged walkouts. Cleveland hearing set for steelworkers leaders over a five day strike at Youngstown Sheet and Tube Brier Hill plant. Union defies WLB order and about 1800 workers idle.

War Labor Board Carpenters’ District Council AFL Detroit Cio-United Automobile Cleveland WLB Steelworkers Youngstown O.) Sheet and Tube Company Brier Hill

Special Meeting of Scouters Called for August 9 1945

Mr. C. H. Browne announces a Shawnee District meeting of all men connected with the local Scout District. It will be held at Winchester Episcopal Parish House on August 9, 1945 at 8 00 p m to welcome the new Scout Executive Herbert J Wilkins and discuss fall activities.

C. H. Browne Shawnee Shenandoah Area Boy Scouts of America Winchester Episcopal Parish Herbert J. Wilkins

Heavy Rain Floods City Streets and Basements

Almost two inches of rain drenched the city yesterday afternoon causing street flooding and water in basements. The downpour, part of a countywide event, overwhelmed drainage on Route 50 and Route 11, with water spanning roadways and debris blocking a bridge. The August total reached 2.54 inches as power and utility areas reported continuing water on surfaces. High winds near White Post damaged a barn roof and blew down an implement shed, with corn flattened in the area.

F. M. Yellett Winchester Stewart Street Town Run White Post E. Holmes McCormick

Noted Jap General Reported Killed

London August 4 dispatch quoted a Philippine guerrilla broadcast via New Delhi radio claiming General Tomoyuki Yamashita, former Japanese commander in the Philippines, was killed in a low level Allied air attack.

London New Delhi Tomoyuki Yamashita Philippines Reuters

Local Apple Growers Hear Hough and Vin. Agric Leaders

Dr Hough estimated the 1945 crop at about 25 percent and noted apples ripening ten days early due to an early spring. He cited hail damage frost russet and splitting from rain as poor fruit condition. Virginia domestic grade debate and wage discussions dominated a meeting of Fruit Growers with leaders like Carroll Muller and Aare Teske offering guidance for 1946.

Hough Carroll Muller Appalachian Apple Service Martinsburg W. Va Food Producers’ Council Aare Teske Walker McC. Bond Virginia

4-H Members Plan Trip To Summer Camp

Frederick County 4 H Club youths plan a trip to Powells Fort Valley Camp near Woodstock. They will meet at the county courthouse Winchester on Monday August 6 at noon with regional pickups in Gore and Middletown. Camp attendees include many named youths and four leaders.

4-H Frederick County 4-H Club Powell's Fort Valley Woodstock County Court House Winchester Gore R. F. Davis Middletown D. K. Muntzing Madeline Myers Muntzing Rockingham- Warren Clarke Augusta Harry Wingfield Julian Pugh Charlies Irvine Cather, Jr Jack Lillis Carlton Ramey, Jr Wayne Miller Charles Warner Freddie Stine Sidney Dean Rogers Charles Flowers Walter Thomas Biggert Eddie Dodgson Clyde Brumback Harold Phillips Wendall Phillips Garland Smoot Jean Lillis Don Wilkins William Triplett Janice Baker Mary Frances Ramey Betty Jo Braithwaite Doloris Ann Henry Laurel Ann Muntzing Beverley Boone Janet Owens Betty Blue McKlwee Joan Farmer Kathleen Legge Dolores Farmer Louise, Boyce Roxanna Rogers Elsie Whitacre Martha Brill Lamaris Sager Ellen Crosen Evelyn Paton Martha Lee Triplett Madeline B. Myers H. P. Lovett I. Fred Stine Raymond I. Hoover

Federal aid talked for Stonewall High enlargement

Dr. W. H. Coleman of the Federal Works Agency discussed possible federal financing to add seven rooms at Stonewall High School this week with Leslie D. Kline and Bryant Harper. No assurance of approval was given as the project is borderline and could take time. four addition rooms are needed this fall and relief could also aid nearby Stephens City and White Hall. The school crowding has prompted local fundraising and the matter will be discussed by the school board Monday.

W. H. Coleman Federal Works Agency Washington, D. C Stonewall High School Leslie D. Kline Bryant Harper Clearbrook Federal Work Agency Harper Coleman Stonewall Stephens City White Hall

Senators Weigh Tax Break Question for Revenue Bureau

Senators demand clarity from Internal Revenue Commissioner Joseph D. Nunan Jr on income tax exemptions for official expenses. Senator Taft says Nunan will be asked to explain the issue before the Senate Finance Committee when the session resumes in October.

Washington Internal Revenue Joseph D. Nunan House Taft Ohio Nunan Senate Finance Committee Chamber

Rites Tomorrow For Mrs. Beulah Lloyd

Funeral services for Mrs Beulah Lloyd widow of Ludwell H Loyd will be held Sunday at 3 PM at the John H Enders Funeral Home Berryville. The Rev Clarence Lloyd and Rev George S Lightner will officiate with interment in Royston Cemetery. Surviving are sister Mrs Lawrence White of Charles Town WV and other relatives named in yesterday’s notice.

Beulah Lloyd Ludwell H. Lloyd John H. Enders Berryville Clarence Lloyd Georges. Lightner Thomas Royston Bill Lee Marvin Steele Gordon Levi Vernon Lloyd Leon Lloyd Lawrence White Charles Town W. Va

Mrs. Virginia Anderson Dies at Winchester Hospital

Virginia Anderson 49 wife of Lemuel Anderson of Bellview avenue died at Winchester Memorial Hospital at noon after four weeks as patient and 14 months of ill health. Born November 28, 1896 in Winchester, she was a Congregational Christian Church member and Patriotic Order of America member. Survived by husband, mother, a daughter Ellen Gale Riley, siblings and a half brother. funeral arrangements incomplete.

Virginia Anderson Lemuel Anderson Bellview Avenue Winchester Memorial Hospital Ida Cain Arlington Charles W. Cain Winchester Congregational Christian Church Braddock Street Patriotic Order of America J. H. Riley Douglas Cain Walter Cain Mildred Fincham Harry Cain Ray Carlisle Shirley Manuel Pittsburgh Ellen Gale Riley Bellevue Avenue

Russians Continue War Training in Caucasus Mountains

Moscow reports that military training under actual war conditions continues in the Caucasus mountains. Artillerymen share German war experiences with recruits during mountain instruction.

Moscow Caucasian Mountains

Vote for Tuck and Plunkett’s British parallels in Virginia race

The piece argues for Tuck with revenue and tax plans and a strong, responsive administration. It notes Plunkett’s campaign angle tied to Britain’s Labour shift and cites John W. Edelman praising Moss Plunkett, urging Virginia Democrats to vote for the progressive slate.

Blood Donor drive seeks 500 donors in Winchester

The 13th Blood Clinic in Winchester asks for 500 donors with only seven local appointments filled by noon. Radio appeals will feature Carl Campbell and Sgt. v. K. Sirbaugh urging registrations at Room 22 over Peoples Drug Store, Winchester 3831, 10 A.M. to 9 P.M. Saturday through Tuesday.

Winchester Carl Campbell ACOM U. S. Navy V. K. Sirbaugh U. S. Army Campbell Il WINC Sirbaugh Africa Europe Pacific Theater Room 22 Peoples Drug Store Winchester 3831

Whitacre to Teach in Front Royal Schools 1945 46

Q A Gasque Warren Rappahannock County superintendent announces George Whitacre and wife will join Front Royal faculty for the 1945 46 session. Whitacre a Shepherd College graduate and Army veteran will be physical education director and boys coach at Warren County High School. Mrs Whitacre will teach at Front Royal Elementary after teaching at Clearbrook High School in Frederick County.

Q. D. Gasque Warren-Rappahannock County George Whitacre Bunker Hill W. Va Front Royal Schools Shepherd College Shepherdstown Whitacre U. S. Army Fort George B. McClellan Warren County High School Covington High School Front Royal Clearbrook High School Frederick County

Wheeler To Teach Golden Rule Class

Victor Wheeler will teach the Golden Rule Bible Class at Brad dock Street Methodist Church Sunday at 9 45 a m. Plans for a near term membership drive will be discussed. Members and others are urged to stay for a communion service after the class.

Victor Wheeler Braddock Street Methodist Church

Men's Open Door Bible Class at Loudoun Street Presbyterian

The Men's Open Door Bible Class of Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church will meet Sunday at 9 45 with Mr. J C McCormick Vice President in charge. Dr F W Osborn will teach the lesson. All members urged to attend and bring a friend. Visitors will be welcomed.

Loudoun Street Presbyterian Church J. C. McCormick F. W. Osborn

Answers to the Daily Quiz on Page 1

The page lists quiz answers: 1 Turkey, 2 a cited quote about a shipmate helping, 3 True, 4 Golden hair s. 102, 7 Henry L. Stimson, 8 True, 9 Anatole France, 10 In the Battle of Leyte Gulf.

Turkey True Golden Hairs Henry L. Stimson Anatole France Leyte Gulf

Market Quotations and Livestock Prices Across Cities

Baltimore market reports show steady produce prices with eggs and poultry firm, while cattle hogs and sheep values shift modestly from week to week. Chicago and Missouri listings detail mixed changes in salable cattle calves hogs and lambs, with specific price ranges for steers cows feeders and lambs.

Baltimore Chicago Missouri

Orleans Honors Gen Patton for Freedom Anniversary

Orleans France conferred honorary citizenship on Gen George S Patton Jr the third French city to do so in days The general visited Rennes and will be guest of honor at Angers before ceremonies marking the liberation anniversary in Orleans August 16.

Orleans France George S. Patton, Jr Patton Rennes Angers

Manila Prostitution Sweep Targets Venereal Disease

Army directed police arrested nearly 1,000 prostitutes in Manila over two days to curb venereal disease among troops. About 200 brothels were closed to service, with 95 percent of cases pleading guilty and facing $50 fines. Col. Ryan cited health records naming Manila a top disease center.

Manila Col T. F. Ryan Army Ryan

Chicago Grain Quotations Opening Futures Prices

Wheat and rye inch higher at the open with oats mixed and corn lower. Prices listed for Sept Dec and May contracts across Wheat Corn Oats Rye and Barley.

Chicago

Also Mentioned on This Page

Park Brewers Capt. Hartman Revenue Bureau Mrs. Lloyd Anderson Plunkett England Great Britain Churchill Mr. Plunkett John W. Edelman Textile Workers Union of America Covington Democratic Party Socialist Labor Movement Charac the Star Wheeler Baltimore Livestock L Patton Celotex Corporation Glaize & Brother N. Cameron ST United States Army Tank Corps Hindenburg Line Yours Sincerely G. Gibson Baker
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