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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1935
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star lists subscription prices by mail and carrier, with rates for one year to six months and monthly options. It also details classified ad costs, memorials and cards, display advertising deadlines, and national reps in major cities.
Short religious excerpt presents a believed path to guidance. A verse from Proverbs 3 5 6 is cited urging trust in the Lord and acknowledgment in all ways to receive direction.
A critical notice argues the U S deficit for the first thirty eight days of the fiscal year totals 506 804 272 dollars with daily spending of 25 385 000 and hourly and per second rates. It starkly compares federal outlays to Virginia's revenue and wages the burden on future generations. It notes a footnote stating about 35 000 dollars spent while read.
The Daily Progress revisits a 24 year old editorial praising Carter Glass. It lauds his fearless stance and sharp mind, noting he pierces adversaries and should be valued by Virginians. The piece reflects on Glass as a trusted public servant.
The piece argues that if 25 000 American boys had moved to Arlington for the Washington Scout Jamboree fewer cases of infantile paralysis might have occurred, but notes Charlottesville and Albemarle conditions warn of a possible epidemic and parental backlash if the Scout organization fails to act.
The President's decision ends the jamboree plans after $200000 spent and $25 contributions from thousands of boys. Virginia Scouts canceled attendance to curb infantile paralysis risk, delaying a hoped for later event and compensation for the youth.
Staunton News Leader reports Hudson Motor Company launches National Safety Month with free safety inspections, exhibits, and driving demonstrations to promote safe driving across all makes. Critics note auto makers push speed in ads, urging focus on safety to prevent escalating fatalities.
The piece argues that political cartoons provoke offense abroad and reflect American freedom and democracy at home. It notes the tolerance and humor in U S satire of public officials and the expectation that leaders endure mockery with resilience.
A Philadelphia paper describes a low mood vacation series for readers with small incomes. It shows how to enjoy a vacation at home with museum visits and local attractions and outlines inexpensive one day trips to nearby resorts.
The piece argues many residents stay on familiar routes between home and work and limit their leisure. It proposes pointing residents to unfamiliar but pleasant nearby places to boost public information and civic spirit.
William B. Davis aged 82 dies at his home. Justice Krebs holds a hearing to determine the owner of a Spitz dog named Spitz. Hoboes father at Cincinnati attends the world convention. The Baptist world conference adjourns in Berlin after rapping state interference. Pittsburgh aluminum workers go on strike.
Five years ago citizens scheduled a public prayer meeting at the courthouse Monday from 11 to 12 to petition drought relief. The Virginia air caravan was expected to arrive Wednesday. Fire insurance was issued to guard apple trees against drought caused fire hazards. Gore residents expressed thanks for aid after the recent conflagration.
Ten years ago Berryville prepared for the 25th annual horse show. R Lee Barney, a prosperous farmer, leaves after disposing of personal effects and is reported safe. Captain Roald Amundsen’s ship is en route to Alaska from the Arctic. Wardensville camp meeting set to open in August. Virginia's general assembly to consider banning teaching of evolution, per good authority.
Twenty five years ago suspense runs high as a local option vote is held. Mayor Gaynor of New York is expected to recover from a wound per doctors. In Baltimore Joe Gans dies, Rt Rev R A Gibson visits Winchester and Winchester votes dry by 151 majority.
Poem thanking God for daily blessings. The speaker expresses gratitude for sight and hearing, nature’s beauty, rain and sun, loyal friends, and above all the gift of love.
The Aleutian Islands off Alaska were named for the Aleuts, natives who lived like Eskimos and resembled Asiatics. Initially about 25,000 inhabited the islands. now only a few thousand remain.
Unemployed dog owners in Mt Ephraim New Jersey regain pets from the pound after agreeing to two hours of sign and traffic light cleaning to cover $1 fines. In Statesville James Sherrill 82 visits for first 5 cent shoe shine bought in 1907. Milford newborn photo notes two teeth extracted. Tonopah miner Rhody Canavan surfaces 15 tons of high grade ore lost in a flood and bandit raids after 14 months. Trunk contents arrive intact.
Seattle report on B. F. Lawrence and kin who left interior China eight years ago after missionary service. They left belongings in a trunk to follow them to Seattle, reflecting their relocation and memories.
Oklahoma City Chief John Watt posts a police station notice barring anyone except the sergeant from the sergeant’s office after a $5 theft at the station hot spot.
Chicago man Charles McCall bought a small fire extinguisher for emergencies. When two robbers accosted him and his wife as they left a garage, McCall used the extinguisher on them. The robbers fired, striking a tire and prompting their quick retreat.
Springfield visitor Tll I L Vancil of Morrisonville plans a belated wedding trip with his wife. They were secretly married November 24 1924 in Hillsboro Missouri and he notes Mrs Vancil kept the secret before announcing their plans today.
Washington observes cautious signs of economic improvement under the New Deal. GOP strategists fear credit to Roosevelt if gains continue, arguing recovery might occur despite rather than because of policies. They recall past semi revivals followed by renewed slumps after 1929.
New Deal supporters and critics clash over constitutional issues, banking and utility bills, and tax policies as 1986 campaigns loom. Critics warn of constitutionality and left-over discontent while supporters cite improving conditions and broader economic shifts among large holders.
A school page presents questions on morality plays with definitions of abstract personifications and notes the Bull Moose Party as the 1912 Progressive faction led by Theodore Roosevelt. It also cites motor vehicle taxes exceeding one billion dollars annually.
Present and past rainfall data show August to date 1.88 inches with year to date 21.37 inches. Average annual precipitation over 22 years is 34.61 inches. Monthly averages range from January 2.35 to December value not shown.
Blair Rodman travels with Janet Lord from Botsevain to the eerie Boisevain house in western Canada. A thunderstorm, a vanished earlier visitor, a silent servant and a protective dog set a tense mood as Janet discovers mirrorless rooms and signs of hidden danger. Rajah menaces, and Miss Boisevain hints at grim control. Janet plans to leave but is kept captive by orders and fear.
The rock garden is a natural habitat built with rocks for specific plants and cannot be formal. A rockery is a loose or piled arrangement of rocks, often supporting vines, mainly displaying rocks with limited ornamental value.
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