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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1934
Page
4
The notice lists advance payment options for anniversaries and memorials, with display ads priced by inch and words, and a 10 AM publication deadline. It mentions memorials at $1.50 for four stanzas, and 2 cent per word rates with a 25 cent minimum, plus national reps in New York and other cities.
A standard AP policy statement explains exclusive rights to re publication of news dispatches and local news published in the paper, asserting copyright and permission terms. It emphasizes the agency's control over content from AP and locally produced material.
The fragment cites Psalm 40:8 about delighting to do God’s will and keeping the law in the heart, reflecting a religious meditation. It juxtaposes garbled lines with a Biblical verse, suggesting a possible devotional or manuscript excerpt.
The piece argues that many unemployed rely on government relief while a significant group avoids work, preferring Santa Claus support. It questions why able-bodied men refuse odd jobs and highlights the potential for temporary work to grow into steady employment with genuine effort.
Enormous pressure grows to end the Senate committee probe into the arms trade. Powerful interests and European publics react to revelations about national arms production sold abroad and secret government info exposed through trade agreements, prompting calls for action in several European states and quiet protests at the White House.
The questions present three items from a school day quiz. First, identify the President nicknamed The Scholar in Politics as Woodrow Wilson. Second, differentiate an oculist from an optician: an oculist is an eye doctor, an optician makes or sells optical instruments. Third, name Europe’s most densely populated nation by area: England with 701.3 inhabitants per square mile.
The piece argues that a Senate investigation into armament makers should continue to expose international ties and profits, asserting government actions pale beside informing the public. It suggests governments may fall if needed and stresses transparency over private interests.
Col Ayres, a Cleveland economist, argues prosperity could return rapidly via a surge in durable goods buying and plant upgrades worth about 55 billion dollars. He favors abolishing the NRA to boost confidence, while consumption goods volumes already rise and credit firms expand.
Klutch forms a cushion to hold the denture plate snugly preventing rocking dropping or chafing. It lets you eat as you would with natural teeth. Available for 25c and 60c at Drog Stores.
Banks will be closed Tuesday December 25 1934 for the legal holiday. Maturing paper can be paid Wednesday December 26 1934. Signatories include John Sloat GEO B Bushnell HYOST Harold G Brown and bank names Shenandoah Valley Natl Bank Farmers Merchants Nations Bank and Trust Co Union Bank of Winchester.
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board ordered many liquor stores to close later from December 20 to 31 to curb bootleg sales. Nineteen stores will stay open until 11 pm each night, including locations in Richmond and Norfolk among others, while eight stores will run until 10 pm in cities like Danville and Emporia.
Public hearings on the preliminary budget for the next fiscal year will be held Tuesday evening January 15 at 7 30 o'clock in the Council Chamber at Rouss City Hall. Citizens may attend to express their views.
The user asks about the state capital, location of the pituitary gland, and the timing of peak body weight, then presents a misused adage and a longer quotation. The text mixes factual questions with quotes and editing notes, lacking a single news item or narrative.
Today’s note says people born on this day are natural teachers, likely to win and hold the love of their pupils through care and guidance. The snippet reflects a light, personality focused zodiac entry typical of a daily horoscope.
In a concluding wartime tale, Greenleaf recounts the covert operation that ensnared German U boats, aided by Mrs. Higgins and Countess opponents. The postwar England scene reveals Garrett and Tony admiring the tale as Greenleaf brags about his exploits.
The report shows rainfall in the 34 hours ending 8 p.m. with December to date 0.38 inches and year to date 35.50 inches. It lists the 21 year average annual precipitation at 34.71 inches and monthly averages by month, detailing figures for January through December.
One year ago Braddock Street Church presented the Noel pageant. A $50,000 Public Works Administration grant is sought for the Front Royal courthouse. Roosevelt approves Frank S. Tavenner Jr. for assistant United States district attorney. Winchester shoppers urged to lock cars. Christmas party at Hable's Palace Theatre invites families. Five years ago Romney residents and officials met with Governor Pollard’s inauguration in mind. Loudoun Democrats laud Byrd’s admin work. Henry B. Gilpin dies in Baltimore. Swanson introduces Byrd rear admiral bill for pole flight. Ten years ago Barton runs for office. Hart captured in Chicago. Rouss firemen oppose zoning. Mrs. Miller dies. Girls’ Athletic Club beat Upperville 37–13. Twenty-five years ago Susan Brent dies. city county real estate assessment anticipated rise. Cy McDonald resigns to join Altoona. Minerva McDonald dies. H. W. Collingwood notes apple industry infancy.
A prison van from the Virginia State penitentiary with driver W H Miller brought three Frederick county inmates to Winchester on Monday and back to Richmond. Raymond Roe Howard and Paul Cameron were sentenced at the last term. Roe received three years while the Camerons were given five years each. John Howard Frederick had already received one year and was sent to the state farm.
Warner Bros launches The St. Louis Kid with James Cagney supported by Patricia Ellis Allen Jenkins Hobart Cavanaugh Spencer Charters Dorothy Dare and Arthur Aylesworth The cast includes Robert Barrat Addison Richards Charles Wilson William Davidson Harry Woods Gertrude Short Eddie Shubert The Capitol program also features Dizzy and Daffy Dean in a baseball novelty and Billy Barnes at the organ.
Frank Craven stars in and directs That’s Gratitude a stage hit now adapted by Columbia Pictures. The Palace Theatre screens the film with Fox News Reel and a musical comedy. Also featured Thursday is Strange Wives from Edith Wharton.
Describes a soft metal that hardens instantly when washed with water or alcohol or even exposed to moisture from breath. Notes rapid surface hardening with minimal treatment. Observes potential practical uses where quick hardening is beneficial.
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