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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1933
Page
4
The Evening Star Winchester Virginia publishes daily except Sunday and consolidates with multiple local papers. Rates include yearly subscriptions, six months, three months, and monthly carrier options. Classified rates are 2 cents per word with a 25 cent minimum. display ads must be in by 10 A.M. with transient rates at 42 cents per inch. Also lists national advertising reps in major cities.
A devotional line from Psalm 40 17 appeals to God as helper and deliverer in times of need. The text questions lingering prayer and asks for timely aid from the Lord.
Martin L. Ehmann of New York City presented relics from the 1607 Jamestown colony to the Smithsonian Institution. The collection includes a broken sword, pipes, keys, hinges, iron tools, pottery, pewter dishes, and farming implements. The artifacts become a permanent reminder of Virginia's early English settlement and the birth of the republic.
The piece critiques legal gamesmanship and public opinion as prohibition repeal arrives. It argues fairness in trials should trump clever moves and urges authorities to be just, brave, and dutiful in upholding law.
Postal receipts in twelve cities rose 1.69 percent from the same week in 1932 as the two cent local postage helped. A year ago local mail cost three cents an ounce, a policy blamed for reduced volume and revenue. The study suggests restoring the two cent rate on out of town letters could yield further gains, though improved business also contributed. Pennies matter in mail costs.
A fragmented remark argues that lower postage rates may be more profitable than higher ones, noting how people save and spend small amounts to send letters across the continent. The text reflects a debate on the value of cheap mailing in commerce and communication.
A Pacific Coast movement seeks to amend the 1924 exclusion law to place all nations under a quota system. About 186 Japanese would gain annual entry. laborers from any country would be barred by order and act, ending fears of a Japanese influx and urging broader immigration enforcement. The piece notes exclusion insults Japanese and questions its necessity amid militaristic tensions.
The city council appoints all officers for the year. Mrs. Henrietta Mellon, 73, widow of Benjamin F. Mellon, dies here. Morris, Walker and Elliott face trial in Frederick County Circuit Court on prohibition violation charges. Game Warden F. W. Pingley issues warning against selling any kind of game. Chamber of Commerce directors adopt resolutions urging a new water supply for Winchester with Cedar Creek as the source.
Joseph T. Brown, aged 75, widely respected local businessman, has died. The notice notes his prominence and ties to the community.
Secretary of the Treasury Andrew Mellon argues a tax cut will boost revenue. Prohibition Officer J D Lambert Jr is killed at a moonshine still in Loudoun County and Clarence Costello is charged. Jacob Fristoe, 54, of Middletown, dies suddenly in Martinsburg while sawing timber. Lucky Strikes offer nine cent package after two day government tax deduction.
Fifteen years ago Earl Broke was held for the grand jury on the charge of shooting Fred Lineburg through the eye. President Wilson would stand by his 14 Points at the Paris peace conference as told to the French ambassador aboard the George Washington en route to Europe. Bernard Baruch and Henry Davidson plan Red Cross tours to study war torn countries. Governor Davis of Virginia backs War Savings Stamps as Christmas gifts. Thirteen divisions form the American Third Army which will stay in Germany as the Army of Occupation.
In the last years Shantung province faced brigand incursions driving villagers to string barbed wire around settlements and fire a gun at intervals at night to signal a watch and readiness to resist any attack.
The piece argues that despite ample government relief, private welfare agencies must be funded by voluntary gifts to treat individual, non subsistence needs. It cites Harry Hopkins on relief, explains the limitations of public aid, and urges those with means to support agencies serving the unemployed, disabled, and distressed in New York City.
Sensency road appears with $2,050 in value. W H Rush and wife transfer property on South Loudoun Street to Lula C Barnett for 5100. Lula C Barnett to B E Russell at 303 South Loudoun Street with nominal value. Walter A Shiner to Charles P McVicar on Handley Avenue for nominal consideration. Florence Summers to Harold R Edwards at 444 Fairmont Avenue for 4500. T Russell Cather trustee to Eva M Stretchberry and Joseph A Stretchberry at Parkway Sub division for 3000. Warren Rice commissioner to Shenandoah Valley National Bank at West Hart Street lot with improvements for 450.
Local notes report family moves and visitors across Mountain Falls and nearby areas. Mentions Wade Hambleton family move to I Wright farm and multiple gatherings at J W Richard, Keffer, and Glynn households. A Christmas service at Mountain View Methodist Church is announced for December 22.
Lizetta Boyd endures a painful month alone in a New York apartment. She recalls life with Stuart and the mystery of his abrupt departure, while a post from her mother hints at new marriage prospects as she plans future escapes. The scene ends with a doorbell interruption and a cliffhanger.
Rainfall data through 8 a m shows December to date at none. Year to date total 36.46 inches. Winchester Weather Record lists average monthly totals and recent months with values: May 3.73, June 3.31, July 3.45, August 3.45, September 3.06, November 2.15, October 4.28, December 2.37 inches.
Arline Judge and Preston Foster star in Sensation Hunters at Hable's Palace with breezy chorus girls and spicy humor. The program also features The Wolf featuring Rin Tin Tin Jr and Frankie Darro, a Fox Terrytown color serial, and Mickey Mouse comedy. Saturday offers a big western double feature with The Sazebrush Trail starring John Wayne, plus The Wolf Dog and four shorts. Continuous show from 10 am to 11 pm with a two for one kiddie deal.
Warner Bros presents The World Changes at Capitol Theatre starring Paul Muni in a forceful performance. The film traces American history with figures like Buffalo Bill General Custer and Wild Bill Hickok and includes Popeye cartoon and McNamee News. Saturday features Havana Widows comedy drama.
Warner Bros presents Buck Jones in The Thrill Hunter at the Colonial Saturday with a new Gardon of Ghost City chapter and a Vitaphone cartoon as adds attractions.
Persistent coughs and colds lead to serious trouble says an ad for Creomulsion. The product claims two fold action soothing inflamed membranes and inhibiting germ growth with creosote and other healing elements. It guarantees satisfaction and offers a money back refund if relief is not achieved.
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