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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1934
Page
4
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A short devotional fragment cites Psalm 30 7 8 with lines about hope in the Lord and seeking deliverance from transgressions. The text reads as a prayerful appeal for mercy and protection from reproach.
Virginia officials led by Governor Peery and the State Conservation Commission Sky drive plans push to convert 175000 acres in the Blue Ridge into Shenandoah National Park. A September opening of Skyline Drive is hoped with President Roosevelt urged to intercede as Secretary Ickes may be away.
The Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce notes U S fresh fruit exports last year totaled 33.324 million dollars. Apples made up 48 percent, citrus 32 percent, placing apple exports over 16 million dollars. The report says this is below potential due to lower oil production and foreign demand factors.
A reader asks three factual questions about a school topic. The first questions coal reserves worldwide, estimating about 17.86 trillion metric tons. The second identifies the Butternuts as Southern Civil War soldiers or partisans. The third explains onomatopoetic words as sounds resembling the thing named.
Trade restrictions hit United States exports, with apples ranking high in value. The government aims to include apples in reciprocal trade agreements to ease surpluses and avoid worsened conditions for apple growers as trade obstructions rise.
Governor Peery signs deeds transferring 160000 acres to the federal government for the Shenandoah National Park. The Public Works Administration allocates 2,189,845 for roads and 38,250 for improvements. Plans include a mountain top drive and a skyline parkway linking to Great Smoky Park.
The deeds transfer land in Warren Rappahannock Page Madison Rockingham Greene Albemarle and Augusta counties to form a new national park. The state retains tax rights and police access for fugitives. Governor Peery calls it the largest land transfer in Virginia in recent history and a source of healthful recreation.
A question asks if a Sunday contract is enforceable and includes a dated, quoted line about Words of Wisdom and a horoscope remark. The fragment mentions Hustler and Parnell with unrelated opinions and a strange time phrase. It presents no clear legal decision or identifiable entities beyond general terms.
Joan Dudley braves a gale to reach islander Giles Armiger in his storm battered home. Tension rises as he hides his future plans while she asks about their fate and he asks her to believe in him. Margarida serves tea as wind worsens and a storm keeps them indoors until tomorrow.
The report expresses hope that roads will be finished at the earliest opportunity and that the park will then be officially opened to the public. The language reflects anticipation of improved access and community use.
A columnist rebuts claims that the pre New Deal era was savage and corrupt. He argues that labor rose, living standards improved, and progressive laws curbed greed. He condemns exaggerated charges and urges New Dealers to build on past foundations within American tradition.
Tampa salesman Paul Livingstone travels to Winchester claiming he can obtain luxuries by persuading people to provide goods and services without payment. He tours the country with a plan to demonstrate that Americans will gift him hotel stays meals theater tickets apparel and other comforts as part of his advertising. He is compiling a book about his travels and experiences.
The note suggests the phrase Damfitaintso as a spur for reflection and hints at a limited number of Paul Livingstones who would not beg from each other, implying social strain if it were common. The context remains speculative and literary in tone.
Report shows past 24 hours ending 8 a m with no rainfall. August to date 2 14 inches year to date 20 18 inches. 21 year average total 34 71 inches. Monthly averages list 12 months from January 2 41 to December 2 34 inches.
One year ago the Disciples announced their annual meeting would be held at Maurers Town from August 15 to 17. The notes also mention U S warships in Havana and other local items including a proposed 56 hour week for druggists and Byrd’s orchardists’ picnic on August 26.
Five years ago Clara Whitacre a substitute mail carrier escaped harm after a holdup in western Frederick as a revolver was aimed. A campaign to raise funds for wading and swimming pools at the local park begins. White Hall Methodist plans a centennial celebration August 18 to 23. The Cumberland Valley Firemen’s Association ends its annual convention at Handley Library. A baby show is planned for the Winchester fair. Ten years ago the Friendship Fire Company was called to Boyce.
A disastrous fire endangers a town as apple production is forecast at 600000 barrels. The county Sunday School convention is set for Old Bethel church on August 21. Republicans prepare to launch their campaign for Mr. Coolidge. Kid McCoy is held in Los Angeles on a murder charge.
A 25 year-old report notes plans to organize a Valley League with six baseball teams. It also mentions R H Marshall of Bunker Hill being kicked by a horse and John Littletown of Clarke County injured in a buggy accident. H K Pritchard, former Winchester News editor, writes on the origin of Winchester street names.
A man and a woman share a misapprehension about romance that can be cleared up by marriage. The remark frames love as mistaken belief resolved through wedlock.
Dr. Clendening explains advances in diabetes care from ancient to modern times. He notes tonsil and adenoid history, then details early dietetic attempts by John Rollo, with later refinement by Naunyn and Allen. The piece contrasts old surgical risks with contemporary management strategies.
A graphic from Joslin's Diabetic Manual shows 42 percent diabetes deaths from coma dropping to 21 percent after Banting's insulin and to under 5 percent with technique improvements. Editor notes six Clendening pamphlets available for 10 cents each plus return envelope, on topics including indigestion, dieting, infant feeding, diabetes care, feminine hygiene, and hair and skin care.
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