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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1940
Page
1
Russian planes bombed the southwestern Finnish naval base of Hanko with two bombers causing minor damage in the morning and a larger raid dropping 40 to 50 incendiaries in the afternoon, according to officials in Helsinki.
Thomas F. Hawkins reports Finnish divisions on the northern front reached five miles from the Russian border. Ski troops aided by a wide semi circle, closed on retreating Russians, and Finnish patrols reportedly harassed the Murmansk railway. Russians mass for a possible breakthrough on the Mannerheim line, while Finland claims Lake Kianta victory and stalemates elsewhere.
A Winchester notice touts rising demand for apple juice produced in the town. A local resident praises its potential fame and notes showcase value in window displays and advertising, supporting a bullish view of the beverage’s popularity.
Berlin January 4 Field Marshal Hermann Goering announces he will take supreme direction of all war economy measures to unite policy under a single authority. Paul Koerner named deputy with conditions for clear orders rigid control and full cooperation across ministries.
The report highlights four factors that could prevent liquidation of inventories and sustain recovery. They include slower price advances yet higher consumer demand, improved farm income from December wheat and cotton prices, steady construction activity into spring, and increased capital expenditure commitments beginning to show effect. Hopkins notes Christmas trade boosts with department store sales up over pre holiday levels.
Washington Jan 4 The consumers counsel division described a 44 million jump in the national coal bill as not exorbitant to stabilize the soft coal industry. Frederic I Kirgis said the study found domestic heating coals would rise about nine cents per ton and industrial sizes about twenty cents per ton.
The notice promotes Yellow Car Phone 777 as a courtesy service with a brief slogan. It presents no other actionable details or context beyond the motto and branding wording.
A telegram reports Virginia Military Board grants Winchester 12000 dollars for an armory. With 33000 local funds, a 45000 building is possible, but final council action is needed now to accept the grant or reallocate it.
Edison described the navy request to restore presidential authority over procurement and commandeering as part of a routine defense overhauling. He said the cabinet members, questioned by the House naval appropriations subcommittee, should draw the conclusion there is no imminent risk of U S entry into war.
An exhaustive inquiry into yesterday's disastrous Marlboro Hotel fire reports at least 19 dead and 24 hospitalized with three missing. Officials suspect a lit cigarette in garbage storage sparked the explosion but fire chief Arthur Spottsfood could not determine the exact cause.
The State Military Board has allotted 12000 to Winchester Covington and Clifton Forge for new armories. A 45000 armory project would be shared by two National Guard units pending plans approval by Virginia Fine Arts Commission and council action. A special council meeting is set for Tuesday to discuss capital improvements for 1941.
President Roosevelt proposed a $1.3 billion relief budget for the year starting July 1, 1941, down $500 million from the current year. The plan trims WPA and NYA employment, CCC enrollment, and Farm Security Administration operations, while leaving room to revise again if business improves.
Fragmentary notice indicates an opening event on Saturday with continuation uncertain. Text cites economic/private context and notes ongoing status awaiting further instruction.
W N Fincham, 25, was arrested December 28 near Frederick Maryland with an unnamed companion in a car linked to Fairfax County. He faces cattle theft charges in Clarke and Rappahannock counties after cattle were driven from Ed Lee’s White Post farm to Baltimore, where broker J E Odell bought them for 585 dollars before returning them.
Mayor H B Harris told councilmen that G R Vinson of the J B Mc Crary Company completed a proposed fix to the town sewage disposal system. A special December 9 meeting discussed tank difficulties. a man-hole was added and an extra outfall line installed to improve drainage.
The January meeting of the Friendship Fire Company is set for Thursday at 8 o'clock. All members are urged to attend as officers for the coming year will be elected and a special entertainment will follow the meeting, led by Captain William Argenbright.
President Roosevelt releases budget figures for the current and next fiscal year. Expenditures total 9.099 billion this year and 8.424 billion next year, with revenues 5.166 billion and 5.548 billion respectively. Deficit runs 3.933 billion this year and 1.716 billion next year if 460 million in new taxes are enacted. Gross debt stands at 43.222 billion on June 30, 1940, rising to 44.939 billion on June 30, 1941.
President Roosevelt asked Congress to approve defense appropriations totaling 2.248 billion dollars, the highest. The plan includes 1.007 billion for the War Department and 904.54 million for the Navy, plus emergency funds to lift the navy total to 1.2245 billion and start 24 new ships next July.
President Roosevelt asked a $45,000,000 cut in federal highway expenditures starting July 1 and reduced highway aid from $125,000,000 to $100,000,900. Coast guard appropriations total $45,059,775 with $7,809,655 for emergency defense and $2,199,000 for aviation. Maritime Commission would double to $200,000,000 amid expanded construction and training programs.
Coat and dress sale featuring discounts from 4 to 0 off with all latest styles. Suits and millinery included at Lovett's Smart Shoppe located at 156 N Loudoun St. (1p-11).
Clarke county leader Dalton Carpenter will appear on the National Farm and Home hour January 6 to discuss this year's 4-H club work. Chamblin Funkhouser announced the program and Miss Helen Bryan of Maryland will join. Carpenter and Charles Clevenger are Clarke club members aiming for the Star rating.
Berryville town sergeant Harley Cheshire issued a ticket to a Washington resident James Carroll for parking near a fireplug. Carroll did not appear for the hearing, and chief officials weigh next steps as Cheshire contemplates enforcement. Walter Shades and relatives returned from the East with oysters and hosted a rustic shucking gathering. Woodstock scene notes include a restaurant canary and a Boston terrier in playful local lore.
President Roosevelt sent a budget message to Congress urging deep cuts in farm relief and public works spending to fund defense taxes totaling 460 million dollars. He projected a 1.716 billion dollar deficit for the coming year and estimated next year’s outlays at 8.424 billion, 675 million less than this year, with net receipts rising to 5.548 billion. He warned against further cuts without specifying where and defended restraint to avoid hardships.
President Roosevelt nominates Frank Murphy for associate justice of the Supreme Court and Robert H. Jackson to lead the Justice Department as solicitor general. Murphy, attorney general since 1939, previously Michigan governor and Philippines commissioner. Jackson has led the anti trust division and joined the department in 1936. Additional nominations await Senate approval.
The Sarah Zane Fire Company plans a meeting Friday January 5 at 8 p m for annual officer elections and important business. Members are requested to be present. Captain Oryn M. Crabill to preside.
The notice states a meeting will be held Friday evening January 5 at 8 p m. Officers for the coming year will be elected and every member is urged to attend.
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