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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1941
Page
10
The name derives from Blue Point village on Great South Bay near Blue Point, Long Island. The census of 1940 counted 6 096 799 farms in the United States.
The piece cites Lieutenant Commander Tominaga’s warning of about twenty Japanese submarines near Japan and Admiral Hart’s report of two U S submarine attacks as signs of growing American offensive activity. It discusses expected naval engagements, the Philippines and Singapore’s strategic roles, and notes renewed Soviet counter offense around Kalinin with rails being freed for movement to strengthen the front.
Town officials confirm acceptance of an offer for a fire engine purchased through a Roanoke firm from Woodstock Fire Department. Delivery is expected within weeks after reconditioning and storage will be at the Wayside Inn garage. Question and answer about Surinam size included as unrelated trivia.
The State Milk Commission held a hearing in Shenandoah to move Shenandoah and Elkton into the Luray Milk area. Producers cited a 30 to 35 percent cost rise and urged higher prices, with suggested rates from 11 to 12 cents a quart and 5 to 6 cents a pint. Elkton now receives 10 cents a quart and 5 cents a pint. final pricing expected near January 1. Participants included Clyde Koontz James Armentrout F F Karnes and B T Milton.
Mrs. Patrick E. Burke, niece of James Cardinal Gibbons of Baltimore, died in New Orleans yesterday. Funeral planned in New Orleans today. Survivors include her husband.
A insurance firm executive and his two sons along with a daughter are described in a family tragedy touching the business circle. Details on the incident remain limited, but the household is noted for its involvement in local corporate circles.
A statement by Randall E Nutter dated December 15 1931 declares he will not be responsible for debts incurred by anyone else. The notice emphasizes personal liability and separation of financial obligations.
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