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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1937
Page
4
Newspaper masthead shows editor H. F. Byrd Jr and publisher details for The Evening Star Publishing Co. of Winchester Virginia with designation second class publication.
Rates listed for subscription by mail and by carrier include one year in advance at 3.50, six months at 1.75, three months at 0.90, and one month at 0.25. Carrier options show one year 4.50, six months 2.25, three months 1.20, and one month 0.40.
Classified and display ad rates listed including 2 cents per word with 25 cent minimum, memorials at 1.50 for four stanzas, cards of thanks 75 cents, and transient display 42 cents per inch. National reps named Tenney Woodward and Company. Associated Press note and publication date August 14 1937.
A Waynesboro News-Virginian editorial argues the Post Office Department acted unwisely when it refused parcel delivery to a picketed Ohio steel plant during strikes. It warns government expansion into essential services like electricity would grant it decisive power over industries and movements.
The President nominated Hugo L Black of Alabama to the Supreme Court, praised as a liberal and a product of Main Street America. He is seen as a shrewd New Deal choice with bipartisan appeal and strategic merit amid current political battles.
The New York Herald Tribune reports the President defied critics by nominating Senator Black to the Supreme Court. Critics say Black lacks legal qualifications and instead embodies deep New Deal support, reflecting the Roosevelt era court packing stance and its backlash.
President Roosevelt taps Senator Black of Alabama as the next Supreme Court nominee. Black is a left leaning Democrat, a critic of corporations especially public utilities, an advocate of labor including the 30 hour week, and he supports the court enlargement plan. He edged out Senator Wagner of New York in the selection.
The President yesterday selected Senator Black of Alabama to succeed Van Devanter on the Supreme Court. Black has built his national reputation as a bitter uncompromising advocate of extreme New Deal measures and has pressed these bills with almost evangelical zeal.
The President nominates the Alabama Senator, seen as favoring social doctrine over established legal expertise. Critics call the pick a political move linked to court expansion and Roosevelt’s liberal tendencies.
The Washington Post argues Senator Black lacks judicial training and shows extreme partisanship. It claims his nomination serves to validate Roosevelt’s court packing and could endanger constitutional integrity if confirmed. The piece warns six similar justices could threaten organic law.
Pride dominates Alabamians over Senator Black appointment yet relief and misgivings appear. Critics say he has been a prosecutor and partisan litigant not the impartial judge the post requires. Supporters note his high mental qualities and quickness of thought.
The Birmingham Age Herald reflects mixed emotions over President Roosevelt's choice of Senator Hugo Black for the Supreme Court. Readers express exultation at Black's appointment and regret at losing his Senate role, mixed with alarm at a long tenure on the high court and concern over judicial philosophy.
A compilation of trivia Q A style covering hunting season zones airplane hangars teeth development newspaper salaries conventions mushrooms hitchhiking tests by Stanford revision tuning Marconi Byrd monument youth hostels tobacco aging curry Neaera plays Jerusalem flags Kirsten Flagstad husband ice box filibuster government trappers and more with concise factual replies.
In last year’s Olympic crew races the University of Washington eight claimed five of seven titles as contenders surged late. The report notes notable athletic and civic events from decades past including a Fort Loudoun artifact destined for Winchester and local water bond discussions in Cedar Creek.
Five years ago drought threatens Northern Virginia with heavy crop loss and fallen pastures. Hundreds of walnut trees are dying as conditions worsen. Roosevelt and Garner meet on a country road near Peekskill for the first time in two years. Arnett Wilson, heir to 1,230, is missing. McAfee reports calf and sheep theft at his Clarke County Camden farm by two unknown men.
Ten years ago J Taylor P Glaize and B Fuller passed tests to become first class Scouts. Legge to direct apple show at Winchester Fair. J O Sims Co London offers silver goblet for best barrel of Yorks packed for export through J R Du-
Forty years ago James W. Carr and Anna B. sic married by Rev. Mr. Ox. Miss Martha Baker hosted a reception for house guest Miss Priscilla Peacock of Camden New Jersey. Maud 8 fast pacer trotter clocked a mile in 2.06% on V. A. track. D F Hinkens received a letter from cousin C H Marker in the rowdy Klondyke gold fields.
An August 14 date marks a historic discovery revealing new circulation details of an earlier publication. Researchers note significance for understanding prior press reach and regional impact.
Igor confronts Abe and Walt in a tense office showdown over unethical tactics. He falters at firing but chooses to reveal Acme's abuses through a front page story, drawing in Mendel the publicity director and a city editor to expose the firm. The Gazette runs the tale, harming Acme as Walt and Abe face collapse.
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