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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1943
Page
4
Mailed in conformity with P. O. D. Order 19687 The Evening Star Publishing Co Winchester Virginia informs readers of delivery practices and ad submission deadlines Subscribers are asked to report delays or irregularities to maintain a perfect delivery system
Rates listed for subscription options: one year five dollars, six months two dollars and seventy five cents, three months one fifty six, one month sixty cents. Outside zones add one dollar. By carrier one year six fifty, six months three fifty, three months two dollars, one month seventy cents. Weekly and single copy pricing noted.
A reprint of Luke 2 12 13 14 with the angelic proclamation Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, good will toward men appears in the December 24 1943 issue marking the holiday observance.
Opinion piece condemns German tactics in year five of World War II. Warns of third world war risk as Nazi leadership targets Europe’s educated class. Proposes banning former German officers from government and policing roles under Hoover to crush Prussian militarism. Also notes USO needs magazines books and games. provides contact numbers.
Reprinted Greensboro Record editorial cites former Ambassador Joseph C. Grew who says American born Japanese largely show loyalty and fight in Italy. It warns against discrimination while noting the need to prevent spies and saboteurs from slipping through in Tule Lake and elsewhere.
In liberated Italy factions seek to depose Victor Emmanuel while preserving the dynasty through a regent for the 6 year old Prince of Naples. Marsh al Badoglio and Count Carlo Sforza are among names discussed as potential regents.
Washington watchers note a 23 percent rise in farm real estate and improvements from 1935 to July 1, with expectations of a further four point gain by November 1. Large gains hit the eastern corn belt and east south central states, Indiana and Kentucky up about 50 percent, as grain prices run about 1 percent monthly, signaling potential policy action like a farm land boom profits tax, credit limits, and price ceilings.
Staunton Evening Leader says three great Allied powers meeting near the pyramids in Egypt declare Japan to be rendered impotent and stripped of territories. The article frames the Cairo accord as a pivotal step toward ending all wars and reshaping the Asia Oeagr region under Allied pressure.
More than 2,000 children attend Hable's party at Palace. Oscar Nebel Hosiery Company holds fifth annual Christmas party at York's Inn. Dutch Ebert shot down behind enemy lines is rescued by the British. Five years ago Story of Bir of Christ is on front page of Star today. Twenty-nine register in home holiday decoration contest. Winchester Gun Club members attend shoot at Hagerstown and win all the turkeys.
The Rev E T Clark addressed the Rotary Club on Christmas traditions. Presbyterian Chimes played carols as part of the observance. Norman Ashwood of Berryville was killed in an accident and found by passing motorists.
Twenty years ago Reverend J Hoge Smith took part in services at the Community Christmas tree in Stephens City. Mrs Lillian Willey aged 65 died at Middletown. Fire destroyed Ashburn Station and two loaded boxcars.
Walter L. Smith and Robert W. Smith are reported wounded in action. Sacred Heart Sanctuary is beautifully decorated for Christmas. Rev. John Quinton announces Christmas program at Christ Episcopal Church.
Forty years ago, forecasters warned of stormy weather for Christmas. William Hawkins, in a chilly scene, lights his pipe while hunting for a Christmas tree amid the unsettled conditions.
On Empress Augusta beachhead Bougainville Christmas Eve the Americans reflect on home and past battles. They hum carols in foxholes as mortar fire and night bombs punctuate their vigil. Memories of barber chairs and brief camaraderie emerge among weary troops.
Paul Mallon notes Soviet operations near Nevel and toward Riga signal opening phase of a potential winter campaign. Weather will limit momentum. Berlin radio inflates moves. Strategic aims include cutting off Nazi forces near Leningrad and targeting the Baltic region.
The piece notes a major Soviet push with about 250000 Russians involved, potentially delaying German forces from Kiev to Finland. It highlights the collapse of the Kiev counterattack as Hitler’s strongest effort in six months, with winter fighting looming and a Russian aim to reach Berlin by spring.
By dialing 3424 readers may notify friends when they entertain have guests travel or return home The Star will publish all such matters on this page
A reader asks about virus diseases and Dr Clendening explains that certain illnesses such as measles mumps chickenpox and the common cold are caused by viruses too small to be seen with light microscopes. Viruses may not grow on ordinary media and may require living cells. Virus pneumonia is a recent continental appearance with mild to severe cases and a prolonged fever duration.
A playful quiz page asks seven questions about Bible names dirigible airships Garner dynamite Curie Nobel horse hair worm poltroon Postmaster General Roosevelt 1812 Overture and biblical last books. It seeks correct page 2 answers.
The Rev. Herbert Sterling will conduct a Christmas service at Fairview church on Saturday December 25 at 11 a.m. All are invited to attend. Local notices mention visits by Mr. 8. J. Line and Mr. and Mrs. J. B. White and Mrs. Esta McKee to Winchester. Mrs. Charles Bock and children Carl and Freda Bock from Baltimore spent the weekend at their Cross Roads farm.
Local readers are urged to follow complete coverage of events at the Star for comprehensive updates on local, national, and world affairs. The paper promises timely, detailed reporting across stories and features.
The United Brethren Church presents a Sunday evening candle light nativity service at 7 30 written by Martha Bay Shannon. Processional features readers choir lit candles and the carol Come all Ye Faithful. A nativity scene shows Mary Joseph by the manger with the Christ Child. Sunday School choir will sing Christmas carols. Public invited.
Beth confronts Andrea about her plan to join Jim in Hawaii as war tensions rise. Andrea eagerly preparations include new clothes and travel dreams while Beth fears danger, Japan, and disruption of their lives. The duo debates risk and romance as United States tensions mount.
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