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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1941
Page
1
Washington Aug 8 Rep Cox D Ga argues for indefinite extension of military service for all in uniform saying war is inescapable as debate opens on the service extension bill. He cites strong public support for the President and asserts Americans must show resolve.
The official canvass of the Democratic primary vote for Frederick Clarke and Winchester counties lists Darden Page Cary Tuck and Plunkett tallies. Frederick county results delayed as minor book errors require certification by the commissioners Saturday per County Clerk Julian Baker.
MA Winchester reports local residents viewed the huge barges and pontons of a nighttime convoy. The unit shown is a small cog in a vast national defense program costing thousands for equipment training and upkeep. The piece reflects on the broader goal of peace and justice over war.
Dr Herma Hoff wife of Baghdad Royal Hospital’s chief neurologist narrates from a New York hotel diary of chaotic bloodshed and looting after a pro Axis coup. She fled by air to India with her child and traveled to the United States via Batavia Manila Honolulu and San Francisco. Britain later subdued Axis adherents in Iraq.
In Pisa Italy August 8 1939 the body of Bruno Mussolini son of the Duce was buried after a war hero funeral procession through the city. Ciano not present as he was indisposed in Rome. The cortege included air force officers fascist squads and German officers as residents filled streets with flowers.
The local post office will begin daylight savings time for window service commencing Monday morning. City rural and star route carrier mail delivery will use standard time, effectively one hour later. The change follows the railway mail service operating on standard time.
Secretary Morgenthau urged Congress to tax millions more with small incomes by cutting personal exemptions and tightening taxes on married couples and corporations. He asked Senate Finance to raise revenue for the defense tax bill from 3.206 billion to at least 3.5 billion, hinting for more. He outlined a dozen changes to boost yield but cautioned against tax hikes on low earners without broader shared burden.
Edmund Ruffin Beckwith of New York, chair of the American Bar Association national defense committee, addressed the Virginia State Bar Association at White Sulphur Springs. He said the United States defends its way of life under law and freedom, not just land or trade, and praised the bar as key to preserving its institutions and justice. He lauded Major Robert T. Barton of Richmond for his active work in the committee.
Bank clerk Albert Curry Jr and his wife hosted a $90 party for about 2,500 neighbors to promote friendliness and war morale. Guests ranged from children to grandparents, enjoyed soda and ice cream, songs, and light entertainment on a six room property, bantering about war talk. Natalie Scott called it a dream.
Several hundred Curtiss-Wright propeller division workers halted welding and steel blade work in Caldwell New Jersey. The stoppage imperils production on defense orders valued up to 100 million dollars as a wage dispute followed an election in which rival unions won representation. The firm rejected a 20 cent hourly raise demand while a 75 cent minimum was sought, with negotiations to be pushed through the propeller craft union.
Secretary of State Hull warned that Germany sought western hemisphere conquest and blamed Japan for any pacific escalation. He dismissed Berlin propaganda on Roosevelt and noted German expansion in Europe while stating the comment would not deceive any hemisphere country.
Brisbane audiences cheered as 500 US sailors and marines and 400 New Zealanders paraded through the city. Police kept back crowds while the visiting cruisers refueled and took on supplies.
Cairo dispatch reports RAF Middle East headquarters announcing sunk Axis ships during August operations.
Vichy France August 8 reports General Maxime Weygand, the pro consul, arrives by a special plane. He is expected to confer on empire defense measures with Vichy authorities.
Japan declares its empire is ringed by the United States Britain China and the Netherlands East Indies with economic encirclement acknowledged. Naval expert Lieut Com Ishimaru suggests breaking it the German way by drawing on Indo China and Thailand for iron coal and rice. Domei reports Toyoda plans a special envoy for French Indo China to handle diplomacy and negotiations.
Berlin papers condemn U S acquisition of 121 naval and air bases in Central and South America arguing bases were obtained under civil aviation pretexts and fuel cutoffs. Headlines claim South America under the Yoke and Roosevelt’s widespread reach with maps showing bases.
The House Roads Committee moved to draft a new highway bill worth 320 million dollars to replace the vetoed measure. Chairman Cartwright authorized a regroup after a September or October session and may reintroduce the vetoed bill. The panel aims to keep key provisions while avoiding political backlash.
Reports from neutral military sources place combined German and Russian losses on the Eastern Front at about 3.5 million, making the campaign the bloodiest in history. Daily death and wound totals reach around 70,000, with German losses in Smolensk averaging about 5,000 per day.
London reports RAF night raids caused great damage in Essen Dortmund and Hamm with widespread fires. Other strikes hit Bo ulogne docks in France, Danish and northern French air bases, and shipping off the Netherlands coast. Berlin denied an attack on Berlin, suggesting the raid could have been by Soviet planes.
Washington August 8 The share your car plan expands car use by enabling drivers to carry paying passengers without extra premiums as a gas saving measure. About 82 casualty insurers modified underwriting rules to support the program aimed at cutting Atlantic seaboard gasoline use by about one third.
Sailors from the Red Navy joined the Red Army on the Baltic front and retook a German-held village after a three day battle. A naval force marched 50 miles to enter land operations and stormed the village with a bayonet charge.
About 140 Japanese planes in two waves attacked Chungking and suburbs. A bomb hit a water front dugout shelter, killing more than 15 Chinese and injuring many. Air raid wardens rescued trapped survivors while no bombs hit the safety zone on the Yangtze south bank. Alarm lasted nearly two hours.
Leon Henderson, head of the Office of Price Administration, warned that the defense program could require shifting production and closing plants, potentially causing temporary unemployment for about 2,000,000 workers. He spoke to reporters while testifying before the House Banking Committee.
Virginia State Elks plan their annual convention in Harrisonburg from August 24 to 26. Noted attendees include Osborne B. Bond of the Elks Magazine and Dr. Robert S. Barrett, former grand treasurer and current grand trustee. Winchester Lodge 867 will name delegates soon.
Extended forecast for the Middle Atlantic States predicts scattered showers in southwestern Virginia Saturday afternoon and Sunday with fair weather until Tuesday. Showers likely spread into Virginia and Maryland on Wednesday, with rising temperatures Saturday and Sunday and cooler conditions by Tuesday or Wednesday. Temperatures average above normal for the next five days.
The 70th U S Engineers a light ponton unit broke camp this morning and departed Winchester at 7 00. Large trucks and trailers moved slowly down Valley avenue while light trucks used by other convoys ran faster. Citizens viewed the armory grounds where pontons and barges were lined up. Troops head to Arkansas from Fort DuPont Delaware.
All members who wish to attend the Firemen's Convention in Staunton next week and lack transportation are asked to contact Harry Lewis at the engine house by Sunday afternoon. WM. Argenbright, Captain.
Yard party announced for Saturday night August 9 at Stephens City M E Church lawn with proceeds benefiting a ree team. Kerr School grounds host a Friday and Saturday night event. Friendship Fire Co. lists phone 3631 and Willis Real Estate is noted with a contact. Cream producers invite Saturday night hours at Snapp's Creamery on E Baker Street.
Winchester banks announce observance of Daylight Savings Time per Virginia governor and city proclamations. Beginning August 11 1943 banks open at 9 00 AM and close at 2 00 PM Daylight Savings Time until September 29 1941 when Eastern Time resumes. Signed by John I Sloat cashier J H Cashier Geo B Bushnell Cashier.
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