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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1946
Page
4
The Evening Star lists DeLisser Inc as national representatives with subscription options. Rates shown include by mail or motor route one year two years six months and one month in advance, plus outside zones surcharge and by carrier options with terms for one year six months and three months.
James Caesar Petrillo, head of the musicians union, is accused by Rep Howard W Smith of wielding dictatorial control over radio programs and air music. Smith cites Army Band and Marine Band refusals to illustrate power, asking whether a nation can stay free when private individuals issue such orders. He advocates union accountability for leaders with vast power.
A new agricultural chemical 2 4 Dichlorophenoxacetic acid or 2 4 D is set for large scale production. Scientists praise its ability to kill ragweed, a major cause of allergy, and reduce lawn maintenance by replacing frequent grass cutting. The article notes the chemical’s promise for homes and orchards alike.
The article notes 2 4 D as a weed killer that spares grass and relieves householders from back breaking weed removal. Franklin P. Jones of Ambler Pa holds the exclusive patent to produce 2 4 D commercially, a development many hope will keep production smooth and undisturbed.
Current Opinion notes at the Virginia Travel Conference in Richmond that tourism could become a major income source through better roads, clean lodging, good meals, and hospitable service. Officials project 2000 miles of four lane highways in 20 years, with emphasis on lodging and restaurant standards to attract and retain visitors.
A letter to the ration board praises their unpaid service during wartime. It notes how rationing and rules were hard yet explained by board members who kept conversations open. The writer stresses the boards bore criticism while supporting national policy and deserve thanks.
City manager S. Lee Grant announced 800 million gallons of water were pumped in 1944. Virginia Gregory, recreation director, said plans to present the Rouss Park development study to civic clubs are being completed. Col. Walter A. Huntsberry is awarded a bronze star for meritorious action by Lt. Gen. Courtney B. Hodges.
American Lt Charles R Douglas to be guest of Mr and Mrs George Schecter for three days Valley Airways formerly in charge of W Colgate Darden will speak at the forthcoming Front Royal Chamber dinner route and tone of the event unclear due to damaged OCR text.
R Gray Williams will serve as toastmaster at the Charley Rouss Fire Co banquet with Senator Harry F. Byrd as principal speaker. A note records a 58 pound sailfish landed in the Gulf stream, photographed in Winchester.
Former Commissioner of Revenue Herbert Shull dies early today. A fragment reports a sports score reading Three Martinsburg 30 to 18 in a game, with limited readable details.
A Paris and Petrograd informed dispute arises in New York over the Glass estate heirs and the cedar rust law. The ruling tests the reach of the statute in a heavy case challenging the estate through the test to determine liability and remedy.
A columnist argues truth and justice exist beyond shifting legal standards. He asserts judges and politics distort the law, urging independent thought to restore a standard of common fairness. Natural truths and justice will outlast political upheaval and define future leadership.
A reader can get the answer to any fact by writing The Winchester Eventr Star Information Bureau 316 Eye St NE Washington DC. Include three cents for return postage. Questions cover coined beef, hummingbird speed, and veterans loans for under 21.
Questions cover Truman appointing Maritime Commission head after Emory Land, Old King Cole’s call, UN Assembly member nations, opposite of climax, Doolittle’s terminal city, Blackstone and a 1920s car union deal, Latin war motive phrase, Joan of Arc’s birthplace, and New Zealand soldiers’ term for Marines.
An observer compares Europe’s postwar mood to 1918 optimism. He notes a shift from a “perfect delirium of idealism” toward a realistic, basement-level outlook. The public senses a world organization may form, yet actions must be credible and guarded.
In the chief stable office a trio debates arresting Nevile Strange over the Lady Tressilian murder. Battle favors slow nosing, suspecting a hidden hand behind a niblick clue, while Mitchell pushes for formal action and will to verify a motive and will details.
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