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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1941
Page
4
Road toll in U S exceeds British raid deaths in war era
A Greater New York Safety Council report compares June 1940 to April 1941 conflicts, showing 33,470 U S traffic fatalities and over a million injuries, far surpassing Britain’s bombing toll of 35,756 dead and 47,856 injured, underscoring the need for stricter driving enforcement and sober driving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greater New York Safety Council
Britain
United States
America
England
Frank L. Joel
New York Safety Council
Man at the lathe joins defense effort at home
Blackstone Courier-Record urges honoring workers in industrial plants who quietly support national defense by turning out weapons and equipment. It calls the plant workers soldiers of production and credits management as officers in the democracy’s battle for freedom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blackstone Courier-Record
Uncle Sam
America
House of Industry
New Bill of Rights in Rotarian by H. G. Wells
The Rotarian cites eleven basic rights of men from the Declaration of Rights as described by H. G. Wells. It argues these rights, combined with a consolidated opposition, dovetail into a plan of creative political action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. G. Wells
Rights in a free world cited by Wells declaration
The article quotes Wells outlining natural rights including the right to live, protection of minors, knowledge, free movement, personal liberty, freedom from violence, and the duty to perform social duties. It emphasizes that sovereignty rests with the whole people and that no generation can surrender the legislative power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells
New Reign of Terror Across Europe and Asia
The Paris arrests and executions echo the 1871 Paris Commune and the old Reign of Terror. Hitler's New Order spreads fear across Europe, Africa, and Asia, with collaboration by coercion and threats. Petain signals no real support, opposition grows, and Nazi tactics blame Jews for sabotage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Paris
Place Bastille
French
Europe
Africa
Asia
Hitler
Marshal Petain
Darlan
Vichy
Russia
Army arms tally and local high school football match
A government survey reports the nation can arm 3,000,000 soldiers. Berryville High School is listed on Handley football’s varsity schedule for the first time. In England a fierce aerial battle continues as the British claim greater success against raiders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berryville High School
Handley
England
Landon Knox Campaign Moves into Roosevelt's Home State
Fifty two entrants are announced for the first annual city-wide tennis tournament at the Park by Hugh Green. Katharine Hepburn and Frederic March appear at a local theater in the film Mary of Scotland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alf Landon
Frank Knox
New York
Roosevelt
Hugh Green
Katharine Hepburn
Frederic March
Mary of Scotand
City to act against gangsters in decisive move
Ten years ago New York City officials promise definite drastic action against gangsters. In London Ramsey MacDonald’s Labour government resigns amid a large deficit. Marketing experts warn apple growers about round bottom baskets for exports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Ramsey MacDonald
Labor
London
Evans Hotel proprietor dies on Wilmington vacation
W R Lucas owner of the Evans Hotel dies suddenly while on vacation at a beach near Wilmington North Carolina. Six German airships bomb London all night causing many fires and the attackers withdraw. Importers pay from 1 75 to 3 50 per bushel for Duchess apples abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Lucas
Evans Hotel
Wilmington
N. C
London
Local architect donates hospital plan fee to building fund
The Washington architect firm that drew hospital plans waives its $360 fee and donates it to the building fund. Rumors persist that the Baltimore and Ohio and Pennsylvania Railroads may merge services here into a Union depot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Architect
Pennsylvania R. R
Virginia Tuberculosis Death Rate Falls Under Sixty
Virginia reports the tuberculosis death rate dropped to 58.1 per 100 000 in 1940 from 60.8 in 1939 with 1 560 total TB deaths 732 white 828 Negro. white rate 36.2 Negro 125.6 and the combined rate 58.1. Dr Frank S Johns notes Virginia’s progress but mortality remains higher than the national rate of 47.0 in 1939.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Department of Health
Virginia Tuberculosis Association
Health Department
Virginia
Frank S. Johns
United States
Johnson Sees Gas Rationing Flaw In Defense Planning
Washington dispatch notes Hugh S. Johnson criticizes wartime fuel policy, arguing rationing confusion stems from lack of facts and planning. He cites tanker capacity on the Great Lakes, potential canal routes, and looming four month ice closures, urging alternatives before punishing small businesses and workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Pinion
Great Lakes
Towage Experts and Public Pressure in Navy Debates
A Washington debate questions wartime gas costs and public funding. The column notes calls to soak the public, discusses towing barges and towage by remaining tankers, and recalls reader mail supporting and criticizing the idea. It mentions misprints from transcription and naval officers' views on year round ocean towage viability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Rationing Plan Sparks Confusion at Gas Stations
A 7 am to 7 pm gasoline order arouses laughter and dismay as drivers seek three more gallons at nearby stations. The author argues ration cards are the only workable solution and criticizes the petroleum czar for inaction and unclear necessity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Jones
John
Petroleum Czar
Cat Bats Phone Bell Before It Rings Quietly in Portland
Stanley Peterson reports his cat dislikes bells and patrols the room whenever the telephone rings, batting the bell to the floor in Portland Oregon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Ore
Stanley Peterson
Towing Experts Op-Ed Fragment Summary
The fragment discusses towing methods and expertise, noting that the writer lacks formal knowledge. It emphasizes that the correspondence received contains no clear expert guidance and questions the reliability of the methods discussed. The tone suggests uncertainty and self-reflection about proficiency.
Late News Timing Across Time Zones
The STAR reports press time showing 9 P M in London 10 P M in Berlin Rome and 11 P M in the Balkans confirming global clock alignment for late afternoon editions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
STAR
London
Berlin
Rome
Balkans
Seven Quiz Questions From a Vintage Page
A reader quiz lists seven items about detective fiction outfits Crete etymology color of Hitler followers a New England cape named for a fish the ugly duckling’s transformation the play featuring Jeeter Lester Notre Dame coach killed in a plane crash the English term for baby carriage tariff origin and Harriet Beecher Stone Jenny Lind or Lucy Stone in anti slavery work
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watson
Crete
Hitler
New England
Jeeter Lester
Notre Dame
Harriet Beecher Stone
Jenny Lind
Lucy Stone
Todays common error on would usage in first person
A note on using would to express determination or inclination in the first person with examples such as I would meet okay suggesting resistance or resolve. The piece discusses common mistakes and clarifies correct tonal nuance in narrative voice.
Recreation For Iceland Troops Poses a Problem
AP correspondent Tom Horgan travels with United States Neutrality patrol ships visiting Iceland. The piece notes challenges faced by troops there while omitting certain navy details at the request of the U S Navy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iceland
Tom Horgan
Associated Press
United States Neutrality Patrol
United States Navy
Recreational Frontiers for U.S. Forces in Iceland
In Reykjavik Iceland on August 16 the writer notes a lack of leisure options for American troops. A movie theater is the main diversion, with no cafes or recreation resorts and limited liquor access. The USO is urged to plan for long Icelandic winters and growing needs for year round activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reykjavik
Iceland
United States
U. S
Bertel K. Kuniholm
Gardner
Mass
Rekykjavik
Kuniholm
Boston
Gloucestr
USO
Answers To Questions By Frederic J. Haskin
A reader can get the answer to any question of fact by writing The Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau Frederic J Haskin director Washington DC Please enclose three cents for reply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau
Frederic J. Haskin
Washington, D. C
The
Winchester Evening Star
Trivia Q&A from a 1940s readers page
A compact Q and A collection covers topics from Washington visitor counts in 1940 to pensions in Soviet Russia and reading the Constitution aloud. It quotes figures on eye limits, tooth brush history, and and lists notable facts about Pennsylvania’s highest point Negro Mountain, ice cream consumption, and Goering’s marriages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Somerset County
Railroads Asked To Cut Service
Baltimore Aug 25 The Western Maryland Railroad will drop two passenger trains if no protests arise the public service commission tentatively approves. Eugene Williams vice president and general counsel said the Baltimore Hagerstown round trip reduction follows a government request to cut passenger train service to aid defense material handling and troop movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Western Maryland Railroad
Public Service Commission
PSC
Eugene 8. Williams
Baltimore-Hagerstown
American Quiz Book Promoted for Ten Cent Postpaid
An offer for a 750 question and answer American quiz book covers history government customs culture presidents politics sports states possessions and more. The booklet promises accurate information across thirty subjects and invites readers to send ten cents postpaid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Request for American Quiz Book by Mail
A reader encloses ten cents in paper wrapped coin for a copy of the American Quiz Book from the Information Bureau in Washington D C. The note lists name address and requests delivery by mall to Washington, D C.
Etiquette for Patients and Relatives by a Surgeon
A surgeon discusses patient attention and family involvement in medical care. He notes overbearing concern can harm recovery, while too much action mindedness may clash with medical realities. He jokes about writing a guide for relatives and describes common misperceptions about nourishment and treatment.
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Scott
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U.S
King Peasures Syndicate, Inc
Hugh S. Johnson
Star Quiz
By Fred Neher
Soviet
O— Q
Andromeda Nebula
W. J
Thomas Gray
Eton College
His. C. A
Bangor
Maine
Isaiah Stetson
Goering
S. F. FP
Karin Fock
Emmy Sonnemann
Gjee
Kremlin
Citadel
F. L
A. the Elephant
Ecclesiastes
By Logan Clendening, M. D
Clendening
Gertrude Smith
Clara
Gertrude
Mrs. Jones
Tient
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