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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1941
Page
4
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A brief church notice cites a December 20, 1941 date with a Bible verse from Deuteronomy about God opening His treasures. It presents a religious reflection item likely from a local faith page.
The Senate Election Committee, by 23 to 3, urged that William Langer of North Dakota be not seated as U S Senator. It cites alleged misdeeds in 1937 38 and 39 but notes no charges since his 1940 election and argues for respecting North Dakota voters choice.
Article notes Lieut General Douglas Mac Arthur is promoted to full general, joining a select few in U S history. It recalls Washington Grant Sheridan Pershing as prior holders and compares him to the living Chief of Staff George C Marshall.
President Roosevelt appoints Bryan Price executive editor of the Associated Press to head a new censorship board for wartime information. Support from newspaper men and informed public is expected, with confidence in Price’s leadership.
The report disputes Hitler victory claims and notes Russian gains from the Baltic to the Black Sea while German retreats are described as disordered. The piece compares Hitler to Napoleon and hints Britain and American power shaping the broader conflict.
The article notes Britain's entry into the conflict as most American naval strength concentrates in the Far East. It warns Germany may overestimate any diversion of Allied sea power to the Pacific and adds that air power changes the balance beyond Napoleon's era. It recalls Napoleon's Moscow retreat in 1812-13 and his eventual downfall at Waterloo in 1815.
Sincere congratulations to Clifton Forge for adopting the city manager form of government by a 649 to 442 vote. The piece notes the shift from councilmanic control and urges citizens to stay involved to avoid overreliance on the manager and a small council.
A Richmond Times Dispatch piece warns against predicting German collapse despite Russian gains. It argues Germany retains strong forces including air power and reserves, may retreat in Russia but can shift men and materiel to other fronts, and foresees no collapse in 1942 or 1943.
Dr Clendening explains how nutrition affects dental decay. Calcium and Vitamin D are important but not sole causes. lactobacillus acidophilus in plaque raises enamel acidity and sugar intake promotes decay. Good brushing, mouth cleanliness, regular dental visits, and balanced nutrition help prevent caries.
The editor notes Dr Clendening offers seven pamphlets at 10 cents each. To obtain any pamphlet readers should send 10 cents, plus a self addressed stamped envelope with a three cent stamp, to Dr Logan Clendening care of this er. Pamphlet topics include Indigestion and Constipation and Infant Feeding.
The Presbyterian Church plans a 5 o clock candlelight service tomorrow with five choirs totaling 75 voices directed by Floyd Haines. The program features carols, scripture readings, and a Handel Gloria with congregational participation and an organ solo during offertory.
Frederic J. Haskin directs the Information Bureau in Washington D C. Readers may obtain factual answers by writing with three cents enclosed for reply.
A November 1941 estimate puts 11,767 individuals in the United States with wealth of one million dollars or more. The compilation includes names, fortunes, and notable holdings of the era.
The children of Centenary will observe Christmas with a 7 p.m. Sunday service of songs readings recitations and exercises by the Primary and Junior Departments of the Church School. The invitation asks all readers to come and celebrate Christmas with the children.
The Fredericksburg Pree Lance-Star reports a sharp Navy recruiting push as Washington and Richmond urge men to enlist. The piece notes 650000 in service, 1000 ships, 700 shore establishments, and emphasizes an urgent need for volunteers ages 18 to 50 to wage war in two oceans.
Baltimore reports grain prices with Wheat No 2 Red Winter at 1.21 1-4 December, 1.21 1-4 spot. Winchester Market Wheat at 1.13 per bushel. Corn 80 cents per bushel. Barley 65 cents per bushel. Prices based on mill deliveries.
Market report lists livestock prices grain quotes and wool values with selected stocks. Provides price ranges and notable shifts across commodities and market sectors for traders and farmers. Includes livestock phrases and commodity notes reflecting daily market activity.
Seven quiz items ask about art fatigue and weather. Answers focus on painting Hay Wain, Hiawatha poem, beer glass, Jeanie song author, Tacitus, sway in tall buildings, steam temperature at 1 atm, Cape Ann location, US Navy cruiser naming, and the lowest U S point.
The note explains that in English one can say behind or at the back of a building, but not go back of the shed. It clarifies directional usage and common mistakes in spatial descriptions.
Lt. Harry L. Lovett of Staunton and Winchester resumes duties as welfare officer for the Sixth Quartermaster Regiment at Camp Lee after two weeks Florida vacation. He has just completed a year of active service with the Quartermaster Corps before resuming reserve status. Lovett, owner of Lovett Brothers shoe firm, has led athletic and recreational activities for about 3,000 men since October and previously served as assistant classification and personnel officer.
Iowa has the largest portion of arable land of any state in the Union. More than 95 percent of its land is in farms, and about 67 percent of that farmland is improved, highlighting Iowa's dominance in cultivated acreage.
The First Brethren Church Christmas program was announced by Rev. Paul E. Dick. It will be at 7 30 p m featuring hymns recitations pantomimes and other exercises with Luke 2 8 0 read by Donald Smith and a lineup including Ralph Fletcher Carlton Fletcher Clark Legge Paul Funk Ray Nail Glenn Orndoff and others.
Gordon McKlwee sets a new world mark averaging 124 pins in 100 consecutive games at the Health Center Alleys. President Roosevelt states no change in Washington defense posture. Harvey Fishpan elected head of Shenandoah Valley Polled Shorthorn Breeders Association.
Miss Virginia Cover Russell arrives from Holton Arms School in Washington to spend Christmas at her home. Downtown Winchester crowds shop for last minute gifts as Commercial and Savings declares a 3 percent dividend at its annual meeting.
A twenty years ago announcement notes the marriage of Hilda Cline and Maynard Clowser in Hagerstown. The report mentions local county ties and related social details amid unclear wording about Irish treaty context and British troops.
Twenty five years ago officials debated forcing house connections to the city sewer to curb a Greek fever epidemic. A public evangelistic campaign in a tabernacle ends with Rev. L. B. Bridgers reporting 700 conversions in Winchester. Virginia National Guardsmen on the Mexican border expected to be relieved before Christmas. Forty years ago Isaac N. Pangle, longtime Middletown constable and court bailiff, dies. A dynamite blast during water line work collapses Mrs. W. H. Wrights home at 309 South Braddock Street.
An advertisement touts a booklet CANDY RECIPES offering seventeen kinds of fudge and various taffies. It claims home kitchen readiness without equipment and invites orders at ten cents postpaid. Addressed to readers in Washington D C for mailing.
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