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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1945
Page
4
The notice quotes Galatians on restoring the fallen and argues the genius behind the bomb can enforce peace. It urges the American people to focus on preventing future bombs and devices from increasing war potential rather to rely on the bomb's wartime use.
The article argues Soviet participation in the Pacific War makes postwar peace settlements vastly more complex. It notes Stalin’s absence at the Cairo Conference, Russia’s Asia territorial aims, and the need to share responsibility with the Soviet Union to secure a durable peace. It also predicts Moscow will be more cooperative on Asia than on Poland and the Balkans.
An editorial argues for continued defense of the atomic bomb project and secrecy. It notes little public sentiment against using the weapon on Japan, denies any treaty forbidding its use, and warns that revealing the secret would invite future arms races. It asserts defensive advances offset new destructive devices.
Reprinted editorials argue the San Francisco charter is better than Dumbarton and a start toward ending war. Former President Hoover notes weaknesses but sees it guiding amendments over time as nations rebuild after World War II. Rome not built in a day, yet world seeks lasting peace through UN methods.
Special arrangements have been made to enroll volunteer donors who work in local plants and give them special appointments. Walker Bond, chairman of the Frederick County Fruit Growers Association, announced today the August meeting of this group will be held on Friday night.
The Edmonds children Roger and Betty and their cousin Brenda Carter arrived in Winchester at 6 this morning and are excited to be in the United States and will stay for the duration. Senator Carter Glass of Virginia endorses early voting on the draft plan and says conscription is the only way to raise an army.
The Italian press argues over Mussolini's possible invasion of Ethiopia while Mussolini’s Italy faces international tension. In other news, Dr. L M Allen and J T Engle win ribbons at Berryville, and the Star issues a 40th anniversary edition.
Servicemen on active duty overseas have automatic extensions for tax returns until the 15th day of the sixth month after they return to the United States. If they leave again before that date, a further postponement occurs. Women in service may be represented on a service flag, but Cadet Nurses are not unless they enlist in the Army or Navy Nurse Corps after training.
A partial OCR fragment describes quiz questions about a non fraternization policy and an author of a fic but lacks complete details. The readable items reference American British and Canadian troops talking with Germans and indicate a page 2 for correct answers.
A reflective column argues that society shifts from old orders to new, bringing overall improvement. Change hurts some at first, but history shows evolution steadily benefits humanity as people adapt and work shifts occur. Those who resist change bear lasting damage.
As Britain and the United States recognize the Warsaw based provisional government, 250000 Polish troops in exile ponder their fate. Some may return with arms. others face disbandment with uncertain futures amid funding and allegiance questions. Britain offers citizenship. the exile government seeks a new home, possibly Dublin or Quebec, amid ongoing propaganda and devotion to Poland.
A reader’s Q A column from The Winchester Eye details Marine Corps Headquarters and Service Company roles as mainly administrative and maintenance work with front line exposure possible in small units. It also explains Kamikaze named after divine wind and cites historic typhoons affecting Japan.
In the days before a Buenos Aires swing, Terry helps Brooks with estate matters while grappling with a looming threat from the peon league. Brooks forbids her involvement, warning of danger, as Terry contemplates her future with Fitz and savoring a celebrated magazine feature on Raff and her own decorating work.
Public auction at 12 o'clock noon on Saturday September 1 1945 in front of the County Court House Winchester Virginia offers two parcels known as Edward O McKlwee property Parcel One 107 acres along Route 50 west of Winchester and near Gore includes eight room dwelling barn dairy spring Parcel Two 40 acres woodland adjoining Parcel One to be sold separately or together for highest price with immediate possession and cash on day of sale James P Reardon attorney in fact for owners
Dear Sir a young Winchester artist Miss Helen Pugitt has passed the Virginia State Photographic Examination with higher honors than any prior candidate. She has fourteen years with Barrs Studio and studied under the late C Fred Barr. The State Photographic Board commended her work. honor noted in hometown.
Warm hearted homefronters in Reno Nevada sent a symbolic gift to Admiral Halsey for his projected ride through Tokyo on the news white horse. The message was forwarded to Halsey’s flagship as part of a wartime morale gesture tied to August 20 1944 reports.
Salt mines were chosen because they were supposed to absorb the surplus moisture from the air.
The items include correcting a salad listing a orange banana and a peach. The largest Med island among Sardinia Sicily Crete is Sicily. Ammonia is not a chemical element. Georgetown University is in Washington D C. Grant is buried at Arlington National Cemetery. A veto override requires a two thirds vote in both House and Senate. Aquaria are plural of aquarium. The term Founding Fathers refers to the leaders of the American Revolution era.
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