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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1934
Page
4
A mixed page note outlines AP copyright use and various subscription prices for a regional paper. Advertising rates include classified at two cents a word with minimum 25 cents, display ads at 42 cents per inch, and national reps in Chicago, Des Moines, and Atlanta. A biblical quote from Ecclesiastes 8:8 closes the item.
Don ald Reichberg, head of the Industrial Emergency Committee, prepares the initial report for President Roosevelt on relief, public works, and industrial recovery. The document will outline permanent relief systems, streamline agencies, and propose NRA code limits as part of a broader coordination effort.
A garbled excerpt presents three trivia questions with answers: 21 percent of livestock arrived by truck in Chicago last year, mother of pearl, and anti disestablishmentarianism noted as the longest non scientific English word.
The discussion urges small industries and businesses to act without codes, aiming to inform American readers about Washington measures to strengthen and secure agricultural, business, and labor activities. It emphasizes honesty and fair societal return within the economic condition.
A German born Duluth printer recalls New Year’s Eve at Madgeburg when General Hindenburg offered punch to sentries. They refused until he ordered them to drink, then complied. He rewarded the unit with a holiday next day for their strict adherence to regulations.
Present and past rainfall figures show no precipitation in the last 24 hours ending 8 a.m. August totals to date stand at 1.42 inches, year to date 19.46 inches. Winchester Laboratory records the 21 year average monthly distribution with January 2.41 inches through December 2.34 inches.
In Staunton Virginia milk interests seek to dissolve a restraining order tied to the Virginia milk act. Attorney General Staples and Edwin Gibson pursue a test of constitutionality before the Virginia Supreme Court, with Staunton Waynesboro cases aimed for the next term opening September 11.
Forecasts predicted a strong travel year as activity rises across the United States. Citizens spend billions on trips by car, rail, bus, boat, and air, staying in hotels and dining out while Europe’s unsettled conditions redirect more trips homeward and abroad. Travel remains cash-based with little debt.
A Washington dispatch notes debate over opening the Blue Ridge Skyline Drive from Panorama to Skyland for limited travel while the southern end to Swift Run Gap remains unsafe. Virginia officials urge speeding repairs with contractors expected to finish paving by Sept. 15.
Vermilion derives from Vermilicus meaning shining worm or thirtyfold color. Its brilliance has long signified divine power, with Romans coloring deities' statues faces to emphasize sacred authority.
Hopewell Virginia August 10 An election to determine the representation of striking employees of the Tubize Chatillon Corporation in collective bargaining will be held Monday August 13. Voters will choose by secret ballot whether represented by the Hopewell local of the United Textile Workers or the Tri City Progressive Association. The latter group consists of workers not affiliated with the union and claims greater strength.
Denver authorities recovered the fifth body from the Morrison area cloudburst near Bear Creek. Sheriff James G. Biggins Jr. identified the deceased as Mrs. J. H. Dieken of Detroit, Michigan, with four victims already found including the Dieken son Gordon, 12, and a search ongoing for 15 year old Wedell who had been missing since the flood.
Fourteen civic and business groups in New Orleans agreed to appoint a five member mediation committee. The panel is tasked to visit both Huey P. Long and Mayor T. Semmes Walmsley and press for a settlement. The group promptly outlined a procedure plan at its first meeting.
Washington observers react to Roosevelts silver nationalization as producers, financiers, and officials assess outcomes. Senator Thomas predicts international scramble, a world conference, and a new prosperity era, while western producers expect little price rise and markets ease after the fever. The dollar softened in London following the move.
The text asks how many parts the Book of Psalms is divided into and includes related notes on language usage and a Livy quote. It also mentions a horoscope section about people born today with executive ability and skill in managing large interests, plus answers to prior questions.
A humorous claim notes a cat forgets its master because it eats mice. It adds a Russian rule forbidding Jewish boys from stroking a cat to retain memory, while girls are exempt from the prohibition.
Joan travels from Spain and Barc elona to Baltimore and Penelope's house for renewal after a torn dream. Giles Armiger's letter resurfaces as she heals among friends, children, and Muffet's kittens. She weighs past love against a steadfast future and faces whether "Drew" will reappear.
Valley Airways promotes a three passenger round trip to Chicago for the Century of Progress with a two day stopover at 25 cents per passenger each way. Call 700 W for details.
Special commissioners announce a public sale of a Frederick County Virginia tract fronting Lee Street north of Winchester. The modern dwelling sits on 50 by 150 feet, conveyed to Gilbert F Dove in 1931. Sale August 22, 1934 at 11 AM at the county courthouse. One third cash with two equal annual installments secured by bonds and a trust deed.
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