Publication and subscription details for The Evening Star
The Evening Star Publishing Co. of Winchester Virginia publishes daily except Sundays and consolidated weeklies. Subscription prices are listed by mail and carrier options for one month to one year with amounts for six months and three months. National ad reps Frost Landis and Kohn cover New York Atlanta Chicago and Detroit.
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Evening Star Pubiishing Co
Winchester
Virginia
Sesues Sarvan
Frost Landis
Kohn
New York
Atlanta
Chicago
Detroit
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Virginia Economy Gains Highlight State Budget Reform
Virginia shows restraint under Governor Pollard with a 10 percent salary cut, a constitutional overhaul by Governor Byrd, and spending curbs. The year ends with a $560,000 surplus, $1,600,000 saved, and reduced debt as real estate exemptions shrink and pay-as-you-go funding guides development. A separate note recalls Postmaster General Brown adapting to a tall hat in a government car, prompting a larger vehicle to avoid contact with the roof.
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New York Times
Conference of Governors
Richmond
Hoover
Republic
Baruch
South Carolina
Virginia
Pollard
Byrd
Norfolk
Brown
Clarence
Eddie Cantor
Brorneen
Hat sizing and automobiles mirror public life in Senate
The passage notes that some officials are tall or short while others tower over the average, yet Congress should investigate why. It suggests private life would adapt a man’s hat if it doesn’t fit his car, and questions if public life should do the reverse.
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Brown
Wilbur
Congress
Christmas Cards Help the Unemployed
An editorial urges distributing local Christmas cards via unemployed residents. It argues delivering about two hundred cards could earn a family two to three dollars, aiding those in need and embodying charitable spirit without benefiting postal revenues. The piece ties the idea to compassion and the season's generosity.
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Postoffice Department
Postoffice
Legs Diamond slain after acquittal celebration
A notorious gangster Legs Diamond was killed today as he marked an acquittal in court. In Virginia a veterans hospital gained House approval while local Salvation Army drives fund a Christmas dinner for the poor.
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Legs Diamond
Virginia Federation of Woman's Clubs
United States House of Representatives
Veterans’ Hospital
Virginia
Winchester Post
Salvation Army
Clarke County
Winchester Christmas programs and school plans outlined
Local schools prepare special Christ mast programs and practical studies in public schools are urged by a Virginia education commission. Winchester post office staff note Yuletide demand, Sunday Schools plan varied Christmas activities, and a major Red Cross drive concludes with a parade.
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Commission
Virginia
Winchester
Post Office
Virginia Veterans and Heirs Receive Over 11 Million in 1932
Virginia veterans and heirs drew 11,843,365 in federal death and disability pay for 1932. The report lists 4,981 Virginia veterans receiving 3,106,226 in disability pay and 2,132 heirs getting 793,392 for deaths. Other totals include 126 former officers retirement pay 217,202 and insurance costs for 3,136 veterans at 2,508,575.
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Virginia
Patman
Texas
Military
Pre War Lovers Reunite Under Tense Confession
Emilia resists a renewed proposal from a former suitor who recalls their childhood bond and her late cousin John. He urges her to return home and marry, arguing the purity and romance of their youth still define her, while Emilia struggles with loyalty, memory, and an engagement.
A Romance Between Roger and Emilia Ends in Farewell
In a tense scene Roger pleads with Emilia to break her vow to Manny and run away with him. Emilia resists, acknowledging Manny’s kindness but facing the pull of a life the other man offers. They share a final, restrained farewell as he leaves, promising future help if needed.
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John
Roger
Robin
Milly
Esther
Myra
Withal
Manny
Manuel Rose
Manny Posen
Emilia
Seals Endorsed by Health Officer in Christmas Campaign
Richmond Virginia health officials praise the Virginia Tuberculosis Association as it promotes Christmas seal sales to fund disease control. Dr W F Draper notes the TB death rate has fallen to about 40 percent of the 1915 rate since 1915 and urges early diagnosis and treatment to further reduce it. Proceeds support home treatment and sanatorium care as public aid.
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Richmond
Virginia Tuberculosis Association
W. F. Draper
State of Commissioner
Virginia
Delinquents In State Held Not Excessive
Reports to Virginia comptroller show a large number of tax delinquents but delinquency levels are not much higher than last year. By December 6, 23 counties and seven cities reported. Crop failures in Southside Virginia and coal and lumber downturns in Southwest Virginia are noted as contributing factors.
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Richmond
E. R. McCombs
Virginia
Setbacks Highlight High Delinquency Rates Across Sectors
Report notes persistent setbacks in several sectors with the greatest shares of delinquent accounts. Analysts warn that ongoing pressures and uneven recovery may keep delinquency levels elevated through the next quarter.
Virginia Firms Benefit From 15 City Merchandising Service
Virginia offers a special merchandising information service in 15 communities including Winchester and Newport News. The program, run by the Chamber of Commerce with the Commerce Department, shares sales and marketing knowledge via 250 organizations across 34 states.
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Virginia
Winchester
Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce
Department of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce
Commerce Department
New York
Newport News
Norfolk
Richmond
Roanoke
Petersburg
Portsmouth
Sufolk
Staunton
Harrisonburg
Charlottesville
Fredericksburg
Lynchburg
Danville
Wytheville
Rainfall totals and monthly normals from Winchester Lab
Precipitation in the last 24 hours ending 8 a.m. shows none. December total none. Year to date 35.56 inches. Normal monthly inches from a 19 year record: January 2.36, February 1.95, March 2.70, April 3.17, May 3.58, June 3.89, July 3.50, August 3.64, September 2.20, October 2.87, November 2.14, December 2.39.
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Winchester Research Laboratory
Rouss Firemen Honor Frederick W Calvert
The Charley Rouss Fire Company adopted resolutions at a meeting mourning the death of Frederick W Calvert on November 4 1932. The tribute recalls his intellect character and service to the organization and pledges to cherish his memory and emulate his virtues. Memorial committee members Wm H Reed Harry L Wood and Wm S Taylor sent copies to the family and Winchester Evening Star.
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Charley Rouss Fire Company
Frederick W. Calvert
Winchester Evening Star
Charley Rouss Fire CO
Wm. H. Reed
Harry L. Wood
Wm. S. Taylor
Local Wholesale and Retail Market Prices Report
Market notes list wholesale staples and live stock values including cracked corn, mixed feed, middlings, corn meal, and hogs. Retail items feature flour, creamery butter, eggs, and dairy feeds with prices. regional listings show cattle, poultry, and rabbits per dozen or hundredweight with varying per-unit rates.
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