Notice to Star Subscribers on Delivery Delays
Public notice from The Star urging subscribers to informing the office of any delays or irregularities in newspaper delivery to ensure prompt action and maintain a reliable service.
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1943
Page
4
Public notice from The Star urging subscribers to informing the office of any delays or irregularities in newspaper delivery to ensure prompt action and maintain a reliable service.
A fragment references a December 6 1943 date with a Bible verse from Philippians 2 5 connected to a religious reflection. The text suggests a devotion or sermon emphasis on mind and Christ Jesus without further context.
The piece contrasts soil conservation aims to restore 90 million acres to productive farming with others who seek higher output on less land and labor. It notes Wallace's global crop plans and ongoing subsidy ideas, while warning of political corruption amid postwar reforms and a revived frontier mindset.
An editorial outlines a domestic policy clash over government subsidies after the war. Proponents push aid for children, mothers, the elderly, the unemployed, and others, while opponents call for a return to traditional American governance to curb debt and perceived overreach.
The piece argues that naturalized foreigners and WPA veterans form subsidy aligned blocs in cities while the 3 million civilian workers on federal payrolls resist dependence on Washington. It predicts the great middle class and farmers will oppose handouts, with observers betting the anti bureaucracy camp to win in the upcoming November contest.
Dr Nicholas Murray Butler argues for a fifth freedom to complement the four freedoms. He says freedom of individual enterprise underpins civilization and that people should freely move economically socially and politically. He cites societal progress from humble origins to leadership roles as evidence.
The St Louis Star-Times reports a survey showing about 79 percent of readers favor an international organization with US participation to maintain world peace, while 8 percent support isolation. The piece notes St Louis residents display strong international awareness compared with some eastern cities.
A sermon style narration warns of divine judgment through fire and war. It likens city destructions to biblical Sodom and Gomorrah and cites bombardment of Berlin as a sign of collective sin. The piece frames contemporary conflict as heavenly retribution for mankind’s wickedness.
One year ago the Boyce school building was dedicated with Congressman Willis Robertson as speaker. A new Adventist Church costing $10 000 was to be ready by January 1. Dinsmoore Potts of Troop 3 earned the Star Scout medal.
Twenty years ago Empire management offered a 15 dollar prize for a boy who most resembled Jackie Coogan during a showing of Long Live the King. The Legion post announced a lie contest at the next meeting and Capt. George Grimm said Company I would be auctioned off during Christmas holidays.
Twenty five years ago a Shenandoah Valley Apple Cider and Vinegar Plant burned to the ground with damage estimated at 75000. Flames lit the countryside as wind allegedly spared the main building from the blaze started by a defective wire.
Forty five years ago E H Randall Mrs Mary Merchant and Collens Scott were attacked by a masked mob at Bartonville Bridge. Capt Charles Koontz was injured attempting to stop a runaway horse. Hunter Kern is in Woodstock on business.
The page lists ten quiz prompts asking about the Moscow Conference participants, author of A Perfect Day, Notre Dame Army football score, habeas corpus origin country, a Democratic senator backing Marshall in 1944, blanket pairing, B O initials in theatre, tactile sense, times a Full Moon rises, and Thomas R. Marshall's presidential administration.
The Office of Price Administration ordered price reductions for Virginia cured pork products in anticipation of a 10 percent retail cut. It notes Virginia cures were not lowered last June and explains preparations for lowering will take months. Maximum prices are set for green hams and wholesale dried products by weight bands and product type.
Dinah Shore and Cpl. George Montgomery married in a dawn ceremony by Justice of the Peace Paul O’Malley in Las Vegas. The pair, honeymooning after Montgomery’s return from the Asiatic theater, wed in a double ceremony following their meeting in Hollywood 13 months ago.
The Truman committee probes the Alaska canal project linking Standard Oil Indiana and Imperial Oil with possible oil costs soaring to a dollar or more per gallon. Somervell, head of the office of service and supply, is central but out of reach. The inquiry notes opposition from War Department officials and hints at potential staff reshuffles.
Medical columnist discusses overuse of sulfa drugs and risks from non targeted use such as nasal sprays and self dosing. He cites cases of toxicity from sulfathiazole and notes limited proven benefits for common colds and some infections while urging cautious, evidence based treatment.
Beef stock on October 1 reached 112 million pounds, twice the five year average, with pork at 361.6 million and lamb at 17 million pounds, all elevated above normal. Over half of these inventories are held by government corporations, the rest by private dealers.
The Star lists Berryville Boyce and Clarke County happenings with concise summaries of incidents, meetings and notices. Readers gain quick updates on community actions, public affairs and shots of local life across the region.
Senate Appropriations panel weighed a request for 46.4 million dollars to finance the Farm Security Administration’s continued operation in war food production. FSA head Frank Hancock argued without 8.93 million in admin funds and 37.5 million in new rural rehabilitation loans, the agency cannot boost production. The request is part of a supplemental bill adding 140 million to a prior 214.25 million package approved by the House.
Kansas City dispatch reports attorney Robert B. Caldwell found a woman seated in his assigned parlor car seat and refused to move. A dining car passenger allowed them to argue until the conductor intervened and ruled Caldwell correct while noting the woman was in the wrong car and the man on the wrong train.
Beth Herrick faces life after Judge Mayfield’s death as she recalls a nine year life at his side. The judge’s fragile condition, his urge to make a will, and a $305 bequest redefine her future as she leaves Pennington for new beginnings.
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