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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1937
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star lists subscription costs for mail and carrier delivery. Rates include one year mail at 3.50 and carrier at 4.50, six months 1.75 and 2.25, three months 2.90 and 1.20, and one month 0.88 and 0.40 respectively.
Advertising rates listed: 2 cents per word with 25 cent minimum, memorials 1.50 for four stanzas, cards of thanks 75 cents. Display ads due by 10 A.M. on publication day. transient 42 cents per inch. contract rates on request. National reps listed. AP rights noted. Publication date Wednesday August 25, 1937.
A Bible verse from Hebrews 4 12 speaks of the word of God as quick powerful and sharper than any two edged sword It pierces to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit and judges the thoughts and intents of the heart.
The Star reports President Roosevelt speaking at Roanoke Island North Carolina during Virginia's 350th anniversary celebration. The article emphasizes opposition to vesting supreme power in any class and notes the Star’s full agreement with the president’s stance.
The National Tobacco Festival slated for next week in South Boston grows into a major regional celebration. Though new, it already rivals the Apple Blossom Festival in color and interest as organizers secure wide publicity and support for the event.
According to the National Economy League the national debt on June 30, 1937 stood at 41.143 billion with an approximate annual interest payment of 1.029 billion. In 1916 the interest bearing debt was 971.56 million and interest charges about 29.145 million, making current interest exceed the 1916 principal.
The Michigan Farmer notes 4-H Club enrollment topping one million for the first time in 1936. Membership rises as young people learn new farming methods and leadership skills, shaping future agricultural producers and careers in farming.
The Covington Dispatch reports that youth are growing bigger, prompting the International Association of Clothing Designers to redesign and remanufacture sizes. Observations from World War era outfittings and college examinations show today’s students and workers are taller and heavier, with improvements in diet, shelter, and exercise linked to broader gains.
State Game Warden E W Pingrey writes to defend a cautious quail policy and reports on efforts to restock Frederick county. He notes about 300 quail liberated last year, the high price of birds, and that most local hunters favor neither a closed nor open season while noting recent strong winter losses.
A drunken driver injures Lee Baker and five young girls in a model T Ford. Fred Read wins two up on Philip Fowle at the Winchester Golf Club finals. Martinsburg Lions Club president Charles Cain addresses members. Power Company baseball manager Abe Zirkle predicts a surprise finals victory. Five years ago Katharine Orndorff seeks statement from Commonwealth attorney outside a lawyers’ office. Bernadine Knee earns diploma at Harrisonburg Teachers’ College summer school. Mrs. Blackburn Smith hosts a charity card party for Christmas trees and gifts. Misses Mary Miller Nancy Larrick and Leslie Gaylor sail to New York. Over 1,000 honor John Lederer’s Shenandoah Valley discovery anniversary. Peter Vredenburg and Mrs. Reynolds perform at Grace Episcopal Church The Plains. Dr. Kelly Miller to speak at dedication of local colored high school. H C Sheetz returns from Capon River fishing trip boasting bass.
A compilation of Q and A items covering topics from Irish history to incubators for babies with concise factual answers. Notable entries include the Dail Eireann meeting in 1919, the Western Furniture Building cost, Hell's Half-Acre location near Casper Wyoming, and the first use of incubators in 1880 Paris.
Twenty five years ago Eliza Diffenderfer hosts a guest from Florida Miss Marina Gettier. Bowles Brothers win blue ribbons with their horses at the Warrenton Horse Show. Scott T Cline lists a 71 acre farm for sale near Stephens City. Ed J Richardson of the Anti Saloon League praises The Star for not printing liquor ads.
Washington notes say the Shanghai clash is a prolonged conflict with Chinese possession and a larger force of about 100000 troops. Japanese aims rely on naval power and guarded troop landings, with terrain hampering advances and a double flanking strategy likely. The piece questions Western policy and cites remarks from Nathaniel Peffer and Pat Harrison amid disarmament talks.
On August 25, 1814 Washington D C experiences a major fire that spreads through the capital. The blaze follows recent military events, with authorities investigating causes while residents evacuate affected districts and seek shelter.
Mary Barrett, an aspiring dress designer in Tony Castle's New York shop, trades long hours and heavy irons for learning the craft. Her late-night study of the Boucher gown is interrupted when Francine Long accuses her of spying, threatening her future in the Castle workroom.
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