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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1934
Page
4
The text states that the Associated Press is exclusive for use in reproducing all news dispatches credited or not and all local news published in this paper. It sets a policy of AP exclusivity for reprinting.
Rates shown for various terms include one year and monthly options with in advance payments. Listings mention carrier charges and price points such as 3.50 and 2.25 per period, but legibility is low and details are incomplete.
Classified ads cost 2 cents per word with a 25 cent minimum. Memorials priced at 1.50 for four stanzas of four lines. Cards of thanks. Display ads must be in by 10 AM on publication day with 42 cents per inch for transient ads. National reps listed in major cities.
A devotional note reflects on John 3 16 highlighting belief in Jesus as the pathway to eternal life. The message emphasizes divine love and the gift of salvation for believers.
Virginia apple growers welcome a light national crop. The U S Department of Agriculture estimates 112 000 000 bushels for the season, down from 142 981 000 last year. Prices may not rise as expected due to weak purchasing power and tariffs, but vinegar stock shortages and canning demand could lift demand for lower grade apples, aiding Virginia with a fair, profitable harvest.
The Treasury Department in Washington reports federal internal taxes collected during the fiscal year ending in June.
The text notes dogwood trees valued for flowering blossoms are marketed as timber by five sawmills in North Carolina. It also mentions the White House as Washington's first public building with its stone laid in 1803 and identifies Joseph Haydn with music.
Total 20th year receipts reached 2.672 billion dollars, up 1.052 billion from the prior year, with about 900 million from new or increased taxes. New levies included processing 371 million, liquor and beer 216 million, and capital stock and excess profit 133 million, plus higher income and gasoline taxes.
Former Gov. E. Lee Trinkle, president of Shenandoah Life Insurance, told Roanoke that a six month gain in life insurance indicates the nation’s business revival. He noted that during the depression new policies fell, but with better conditions, life insurers and business leaders should view the progress with optimism.
The article questions Dr Rex Tugwell's whereabouts during the 1932 presidential campaign. It notes his defense of AAA actions and cites his claim that the administration must readjust and overhaul old institutions to fit the postwar economy. It recalls the 1932 Democratic platform promises including spending cuts and a balanced budget.
The report lists present and past rainfall figures including August to date .56 inches and year to date 18.91 inches. It cites 21 year averages for monthly rainfall with values for January through December and notes long term institutional overhauls and a political critique of electorate memory.
One year ago the Binker family held its fourth annual reunion at Jordan Springs while Alyce Dolores Smith wed John D. Reynolds here. Cuba faced civil strife with calls for President Machado's resignation. Chalmers Bageant, 30, was fatally injured in Henrico County auto crash. F C Boyce claimed to have killed ten rattlesnakes. Five years ago a New Jersey veteran placed a wreath on the graves of Thomas Reardon and Honora, befriended by Sheridan’s forces. Arthur G. Jones Woolen Mills planned to reopen as bankruptcy was staved off. Dr James H Snook faced murder trial in Columbus. Four hundred New York fruit growers toured local orchards. Graf Zeppelin began world trip. County surveyors updated Stephens City limits. Thermometer hit 106 here. Lawrence F Dorsey was injured by a bull while tending calves. Twenty-five years ago wheat sold for 1.02 a bushel. a wild monkey escape stirred Bartonville. George W Grim died. Judge Mann led Democratic gubernatorial race. State Senator Daniels and R Gray Williams spoke at Fishers Hill reunion.
A gas ignition in a penthouse kitchen sparked an explosion in a two story Greenwich Village building. Miss Jeanette Baer, a rental agent, was found unconscious and died after rescue attempts. Fire officials deemed the blast apparently accidental with a pilot light on the stove triggering the gas.
The Virginia Crop Improvement Association asks farmers to grow certified seed in corn soybeans cotton peanuts and lespedeza. Certified seed commands a premium and major seed dealers will buy it. Complete certification blanks by August 20 with inspections scheduled afterward to place farmers in line. Local county agents or agricultural instructors provide more information.
The excerpt discusses word usage with a note on lovely meaning and preference for pleasant over loving. It includes a brief horoscope claiming those born today are very loving at home. It also offers short Q and A on ages seasons and weight.
In a moonlit garden Drew pressures Joan as Giles Armiger seeks to drive a wedge between them. Joan flees with Brother Anselmo’s aid, planning a Barcelona exit to escape the romantic rift and Armiger’s meddling. Drew awakes to a goodbye note, realizing their worlds diverge and forgiveness may be impossible.
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