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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1943
Page
4
The Evening Star notes mailing details for Winchester Virginia and advertising deadlines by 9 PM the day before publication. It mentions expected wartime history written with perspective, not immediacy, and warns readers about the evolving, non definitive current record.
Rates shown for mail and motor route subscriptions including one year six months three months and monthly options with additional charges outside zones one and two. Carrier prices for one year six months three months and one month are listed with weekly and single copy prices.
Transcription notes a December 20 1943 Bible quote from Matthew 2 12 warning the wise men not to return to Herod. The passage describes their departure to their own country by another way citing a religious instruction in a dream.
The article argues Nazi dominance in Bulgaria and other satellites is collapsing due to Allied pressure and internal weakness. It notes Bulgaria’s potential withdrawal as Jugoslavian guerillas thrive nearby, Turkey shifts toward the Allies, Portugal resists Nazi influence, and Soviet pressure grows. The overall Nazi edifice is cracking as satellites drift away.
History writing units operate in every theater of operations with dozens of historians in Washington war agencies. A War Department monograph on the Tunisian campaign guides training and lessons for Sicily and the broader World War I record for the nation.
Reprinted editorial notes Allied plans for a Balkan push remain secret while a political barrage forms. Hull warns Bulgaria Romania and Hungary that aid to the Nazis brings consequences, urging these nations to act as signs of Nazi weakness grow stronger and may influence their stance.
The article notes churchwomen across 46 states voted 59 to 1 on Armistice Day against supporting the America First style nationalism. It highlights their long history financing foreign missions and favoring postwar international collaboration. It mentions Senator Reynolds struggles to win their support.
The Fredericksburg Free Lance Star notes U S, British, and Russian war production rising while German output falls 20 percent due to Allied saturation bombing. US plane manufacture in November reached 9,000 units, about one plane every 4 minutes 48 seconds, totaling 108000 per year, as German leaders face stark misjudgments about American war capability.
Sports brief notes Handley defeating an unidentified foe by 41 points in a basketball game last night. Also mentions numerous Winchester area churches hosting an annual Christmas program today in the county.
The Lions announce plans to provide Christmas baskets to all blind families in the city. Chanters say they will sing carols on Christmas Eve. Lohr Dunlap St Meredith Shu maker and Willy Cather hb headline the all CVAL first team with Patton Himelright and Dunn on the second team.
Age Se 74, dies at one at Hospital. Frank A. Jacques, Winchester insurance man, dies. Clara Bow in Hoopla announced as feature of Palace Christmas show. Twenty years ago. Girl Athletic Association announce they will sing carols on Christmas Eve at each home where a Tight appears in window. Rev and Mrs. Lewis S. G. Miller leave on first leg of trip to Japan where Miller will have charge of a large boy's school. A total of 5345 rabbits and 2134 squirrels reported killed in county during past year.
Twenty five years ago a letter from Basil Henry to his father William E. Henry arrives after news from the War Department that Basil is missing. In the same reports Pvt. Louis Rinker is listed as slightly wounded and recorded by the War Department.
Report notes many educators at a December gathering criticize the compulsory vacation rule as unwise and unnecessary. Mrs. Lewis H. Hyde contributes funds for a sun parlor addition at Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Luther Steele suffers burns when a stove topples, clothes catch fire.
A. M. Baker is chosen leader of the Knights of Templar. Rouss firemen order rubber boots and coats. Collins Scott departed for Staunton Virginia today.
A reader challenges seven quiz items from a newspaper page. Questions cover German chemical trust I G Farben, The Angelus painter, Bougainville island, Edward L Godkin roles, Da nube River basin, grammar fix for John is the best of the two men, self determination of British Dominions, city name associations Black Hole of, Seven Hills of, Tale of Two Cities, tobacco first sight by Raleigh Columbus or Smith, and origin of word interim.
The War Department lists four Virginians among 187 soldiers killed in action across three theatres. Staff Sgt. William L. Lambert of Pulaski, next of kin Mrs. Stuart Kill. Staff Sgt. Charles T. Scott of Alexandria, next of kin Mrs. Ella M. Scott. Pvt. Benjamin H. Mullins, Clintwood, next of kin Preston S. Mullins. Lt. Augustus R. Spencer of Norfolk, next of kin John Spencer. Lt. Spencer’s death had been announced previously in Norfolk.
Washington dispatch reports FDR seeks to reorganize political lines for 1944. The plan allegedly includes a personal accord with Russia and a broad push to win absentee and soldier votes, aided by a proposed $300 demobilization pay bill led by Senator Barkley.
The writer notes divisions over leaving soldier vote collection to states and observes returning soldiers favoring a harsher view of the administration than domestic opinion. He suggests loyalty campaigns may influence Congress and hints at nationwide sentiment toward Roosevelt and federal ballot collection.
The piece argues that left labor, rural, and minority groups tainted by decline may rally as Roosevelt followers if he singles out Russia. It suggests their automatic reaction to pro Russia talk could offset critiques of his deficiencies.
A columnist discusses natural puberty and menopause as normal life changes. It explains three life levels, with puberty for girls via menstruation and for boys through growth, voice and habits. Psychological guidance is favored over medical treatment.
Writer's cramp is a hand spasm with unclear nature. No nervous system or muscle changes are found, so it is viewed as a neurosis. It occurs mainly in bookkeepers and heavy writers, but is not limited to them.
The piece discusses potential shifts in Democratic strategy to attract Southern voters and CIO support. It notes talk of nominating a figure like Byrd to appease the South, while Republicans may challenge the odds. It also weighs the impact of a Russian agreement and how soldier voting could influence party outcomes.
London bulletin reports Prime Minister Churchill is no longer feverish and the pneumonia that sent him to bed in the Middle East is clearing up. The latest bulletin notes no pulse irregularity mentioned earlier, and overall health appears improving.
The War Production Board forbids power company connections for community Christmas trees and outdoor decorations this holiday season to conserve electricity. Winchester council rejected a proposal to erect a community Christmas tree. Local power officials noted no home-use ban, but urged citizens to curb holiday lighting as a patriotic measure.
Beth contemplates a nightlife pivot in Washington after Vernon’s illness and Jim’s hold, as Andrea urges flirtation with married men and brighter social scenes. Dennis Archer reappears in the rail station, hinting at past loves and future possibilities.
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