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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1945
Page
4
In Winchester Virginia the Evening Star lists postal details and subscription rates. The fragment mentions national advertising representation in New York and various mail and carrier subscription options.
A December 12 1945 item quotes a biblical verse from Matthew 2 8 about following the star to find the child and worship him, framing a note of seeking worship. The brief includes the December date and a religious reference.
The article weighs whether atomic bombs and air power render battleships obsolete. It cites Oppenheimer on cost versus usefulness, notes wartime roles, and considers Navy stance led by Admiral Halsey while predicting renewed public debate on capital ships.
World experts warn of a large rubber surplus with production controls possible. Synthetic capacity reaches 1,400,000 tons annually, natural rubber production in the Far East may hit 600,000 tons next year with potential rise to 3,500,000. Prices and subsidies may shape competition among producers.
The piece notes assurances that petroleum supply won t run short yet predicts rising gasoline prices. It tracks drilling costs from 1937 to 1944 with averages climbing from 26 183 to 27 000 and highlights extreme well depths reaching 13 000 feet at 150 000 to 200 000.
The text notes a shift from 70 80 percent oil loss to only 30 40 percent remaining in the ground after pumping thanks to research and better practices. It also mentions improved gasoline extraction keeping consumer prices down, though drilling costs rise suggesting higher finished-product costs ahead.
The current opinion warns that captured enemy weapons kept as souvenirs pose a danger in the United States. Veterans are urged to voluntarily surrender such firearms to authorities for demilitarization, after which the guns will be returned. Authorities note laws exist to curb unlicensed possession if needed.
Miss Piedad Ehiseno, a Mexican national, is convicted in Baltimore of stealing two girdles from a Newent store. The court heard she used false sales slips and an empty bag to conceal the thefts, while a girdle expert testim on aided the state case. The judge remanded her for sentencing.
During the past three weeks, 785 county children were immunized against diphtheria in school clinics as sleet forced county schools to close and heavy snow closed side streets yet main highways stayed open. Postmaster Nelson Page urges residents not to delay Christmas mailing to avoid delays.
Five years ago James W. Kinney, an employee of the Suneater Tire Company, was blown 15 feet when a tire tube exploded under 90 pounds of pressure. His leg was badly crushed as the incident occurred. Winchester business section prepares for holidays as Northern Virginia Power Company lights main streets.
Burr Harrison tells F F A boys in Stephens City indifference is the primary cause of the nation 35 000 plus auto accidents. Council sets aside 750 for a police patrol wagon in the 1936 budget. British sources say England seeks closer ties with Hitler in Germany.
The Woolen Mill Corporation votes to pay its initial dividend effective January 1. Local market quotes list eggs at 49 cents, flour 9.59 to 10 per barrel, and corn 4.50 per barrel. Frank Whitacre, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Whitacre, sustains a severe forehead cut when a pony runs away. Justice A J Tavenner sends two confessed chicken thieves to the state road force for one year each.
Charles A. Heller, a leading local merchant, confirms plans to retire effective July 1. Hon. W. G. Conrad, once of Clarke County, now in Montana, declares his candidacy for the United States Senate.
A fragment describes a list of Confederate soldiers who died at the Elmira New York prison read during a camp meeting. It mentions local men from the area and notes tense aftermath in a nearby town.
Washington observers report mixed reactions as Congressmen question the British loan package. Critics say the deal nets Britain up to 3.75 billion dollars with low interest while delaying decisive actions on socialization and trade reforms.
A reflection by Earl L. Douglas D D on facing darkness with faith. The piece cites Goethe Carlyle and the belief that light follows deepest night and that trials forge steadfastness. It views darkness as a season necessary for life and for the soul to discern truth and purpose.
Pittsburgh December 12 W E Huston president of Republic Oil Refining Company announced the purchase of the entire capital stock of Republic Oil Company a distributing and marketing agency handling 21 sales of the Refining Company products The sale was made by General Oil Sales Corporation which owned Republic Oil Company The price was not disclosed The deal gives Republic ownership of terminal facilities and expansive retail outlets in several Southern and Eastern states.
Q and A style clipping asks if Nazi scientists aided the U S, names the Beast of Belsen, Ward McAllister phrase, presidents born in Pennsylvania, eight cylinder engines, Pravda’s country, Pat Harrison state, Shirley Temple two reel comedy, author of Galatians letter, and horse hand length.
Albuquerque December report quotes Gus Bruskas of a local restaurant noting 181603 red rationing points remained when meat rationing ended and stating he voluntarily surrendered 50000 surplus blue points in the past year.
Daniel Cercene, attendant, and William McNeil chased a bandit who pointed a .45 at Cercene during a station robbery. The thief fled in a car with a second man and two women after failing to pay for 10 gallons of gas.
A Springfield grocery window displays a sign reading We expect people to buy other things besides bananas. The note appears as a lighthearted nod to product variety amid a dwindling banana stalk.
Sandra hosts Spenser's father in a tense visit as a New York style scandal spreads from Superior Studios. Spenser flaunts fame while Sandra wrestles with loyalty, love, and the boy’s future. The father, uneasy yet curious, confronts Sandra about her resemblance to Spenser’s mother and the couple’s bond. Spenser then charms his father with bright news and a boastful talk about Belinda.
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