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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1941
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star is a daily paper except Sundays, published by The Evening Star Publishing Co. in Winchester Virginia. It is a member of the Associated Press and lists subscription prices: yearly and several monthly options, with carrier delivery in advance.
A dated entry from December 6 1941 presents a biblical verse warning readers to heed God’s judgments and keep to His statutes, referencing Deuteronomy chapter eight verse eleven. The brief item frames a moral reminder amid a wartime era.
A congressional vote on the Smith bill to curb strikes produced a sectional split. The bill passed 256 to 108 with strong rural support in the South and Middle West while New England Mid East and industrialized regions mostly opposed.
The House Military Affairs Committee hearings may reveal how defense contracts were awarded and whether large commissions were paid to brokers. Charles West, a former Ohio congressman, sued Empire Ordnance for 700000 claiming 70000000 in contracts were secured for the company.
Citizens demand transparency on tax spending and commissions. The statement asserts the public has a right to know who benefits from any commissions and how money is allocated.
The defense crisis shifts public interest toward technical fields says William Wickenden of Case School. War work shows manual labor as dignified and essential, challenging the white collar preference and boosting factory labor's status.
The WPA reports creation of a 15 acre artificial lake on the Indian Town Gap military reservation in Pennsylvania. An earth-fill dam will be one quarter mile long and ready next summer to train troops in pontoon bridge building, despite calls for cheaper natural water sources.
Evan Sanderson of Indiana captured the national hybrid corn growing championship for 1941 with a yield of 173.03 bushels per acre, far above the 31.1 bushels per acre nation average. The article notes the potential per acre yield and the role of seed and soil quality in achieving high yields.
Raymond Clapper warns that a craft organized as a private, self regulating body could control labor supply, entrance, dues, expenditures, and political activity without public oversight. He argues workers should be free to join or not join unions, reflecting a widespread American view.
Dr. Logan Clendening discusses the Baker Memorial Hospital in Boston serving moderate means from 1930 to 1939. It charges 4.50 to 6.00 dollars daily in most wards with an upper medical service cap of 150 dollars, and reports high patient satisfaction with nursing care and access to modern diagnostics.
The column argues relaxing physical standards for selection and expanding women’s roles in suitable jobs. It endorses Hershey’s selective service efficacy and calls for coordinated manpower planning under a single directive head, noting tensions among labor authorities and the Hillman leadership.
The piece argues for a single ministry style approach to labor mobilization, criticizing the tangled network of agencies including OPM divisions, the defense vocational training division, US Employment Service, Civil Service Commission, N YA, W P A, and military procurement offices. It praises Krag and his emergency cooperation while warning against inter agency bickering by pompous leaders.
Pvt. Lopez Roberts of Texarkana Texas, previously deferred by the local draft board, has been named Camp Callan's champion selectee marksman. He scored 186 out of 200 in the contest.
Gene Tunney enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on July 17 1918 and sailed for France on September 29 1918 but did not see active service there.
A reader writes to The Voice of the People praising Bishop Cannon's sermon at Street Methodist Church on last Sunday afternoon. The letter urges protective legislation in the United States to shield boys in army camps and all young people from intoxicating liquor and degradation. It calls for community action with ministers to build a better citizenship and uphold spiritual values.
Frederic J. Haskin directs the Information Bureau in Washington to answer any question of fact. Readers must enclose three stamps and write for replies. The notice invites inquiries via The Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau.
In 1940 total coal mined reached 453 245 000 tons. The khaki uniform first used by English regiment in India in 1848. Esther Ann Hill Morgan of Independence Oregon is the sole remaining War of 1812 pensioner. 16 000 000 male and 2 000 women bowlers in the United States. Christmas seals designed by Stevan Dohanos. There are 35 main Navy Recruiting Stations with 259 sub stations. Tad Dorgan credited with coining hot dogs. Era of Good Feeling spans 1817 to 1823 during Monroe’s tour.
The page lists quiz questions on games ceramics Hedda Gabler Hedda Gabler author and other items. It asks for three kickball options the author F H initials for Back Street the four heart chambers and more.
The saying suggests travel broadens the mind, with readers noting personal growth through experiencing new places, cultures, and ideas. The phrase appears in editorials and travel essays, urging exploration as a path to greater understanding.
Postmaster W Nelson Page announced first class mail now accepted for all European countries except Greece. England will receive parcel post up to five pounds at 14 cents per pound, with food parcels limited to two pounds of one item. An assembly at Handley High School showcased proper Christmas mail addressing and wrapping as the holiday rush begins.
A Chinese scientist has developed a seedless watermelon at Michigan State College. The breakthrough could impact fruit production and breeding programs in the region.
News from London and England notes health conditions improving despite nightly raids. General Badoglici, chief of Italy's army, resigns as retreats continue in Greece and Albania. The war affects Frederick county with lost export markets for apples.
Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin tells reporters that King Edward must decide in the Wally Simpson crisis. Leon Trotsky, exiled former Russian leader, is admitted to enter Mexico and will establish residence in Mexico City.
Two thousand unemployed men and women begin long treks to scattered homes after picketing the White House. The 36th annual Virginia State Horticulture Society opens at the George Washington Hotel amid winter weather. Snowy streets create dangerous slush across highways.
L. R. Dettra is named city man or council also appoints Mayor W. Glass as police magistrate. Wane people of Ireland rejoice at news that their country is now a Free State. The Rev. G. A. McDaniel resigns as pastor to take over a field task with his church.
Law enforcement authorities credit new Prohibition laws with a drop in arrests and crime as Ernest Dove is appointed an officer of the Winchester Police Force. The German army now commands over half of Roumania and has captured 100000 Romanian soldiers since August 26.
F A Cochran sells his 303 acre farm on Apple Pie Ridge to Mayor R T Barton for 14500 dollars. Bill Rinker fights a stubborn eagle shot twice near Rinker’s place at Opequon. Dignitaries visit Virginia from St Louis asking state cities to enter exhibits in next year’s St Louis Ex position.
The Information Bureau offers a booklet titled CANDY RECIPES with 144 candy and confection recipes usable in any kitchen. Recipes require no special equipment and are tested by experts. A ten cent coin covers cost and handling. mail coupon with address and payment to receive the booklet.
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