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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1946
Page
4
The notice from The Evening Star outlines mailing conformity and delivery prompts for Winchester readers, including subscription rates and advertising deadlines. It lists the publisher and address, requests reader reports of delays, and provides various prepaid rates for mail and carrier delivery. The issue date is January 9, 1946 and includes a biblical quotation from Judges 5.
The General Assembly session opens with Burr P. Harrison of Winchester among 20 circuit judges to be reappointed or replaced. He has served three years, proven a worthy successor to his father Thomas W. Harrison and Philip Williams, and is regarded as one of Virginia's most capable jurists.
The article reports General Arnold's warning that air power could be the sole weapon in a future war and outlines a three point program: a ready striking air force of about 3,900 planes and 400,000 men, constant decisive research and rapid aviation industry expansion, and a mobilized air minded public to support and guide the air forces. The piece stresses the air force as the nation’s primary defense.
The War Department argues replacements are insufficient to keep overseas forces, planning to keep 1,550,000 men by July 1. Field commanders MacArthur and Eisenhower said 200,000 and 400,000 would suffice for occupation, totaling 600,000, far below the department’s figure. Congress should scrutinize these numbers.
The United States Chamber of Commerce finds a need for an extra 100 billion dollars in investment capital to create 50 million jobs and raise living standards. The figure dwarfs the 1920 peak of 10 billion, and capital for expansion comes from existing businesses raising funds.
The text argues that profits for workers support saving and that when profits fall, capital investment for expansion is cut off. It notes a new, illogical economic thought developing that Europeans cannot grasp.
Classified note reports two pounds of breakfast bacon missing with a reward offered. The item is framed as substantial evidence of the nation making reconversion progress noting that such loss was impossible a few months ago.
Munsey's magazine carries an I C Herbst Importing Co pitch promoting a 15 year Jae E Fitzgerald rye or bourbon. The ad claims superior quality versus cheaper brands and offers four bottles for five dollars with postage prepaid to Milwaukee Wisconsin.
Waynesboro News-Virginian urges Virginia to acquire Woodrow Wilson Central Hospital in Staunton as surplus federal property to expand tubercular bed capacity. It notes state beds are insufficient and estimates thousands more patients need hospitalization, proposing the state purchase and adapt the facility at low cost. The General Assembly should inquire into the matter.
The St Louis Post Dispatch notes President Truman’s view that the nation has returned to normalcy, while remarking on the proverb about two families in every garage reflecting widespread housing and family life shifts after the war.
Mr and Mrs John A Derflinger Berryville report their son Sgt Russell O Derflinger helped repulse a German tank attack at Bastogne on Christmas morning using 75 mm pack howitzers. Rev E B Dunn of Frederick county died in Philadelphia. W D Burtner Clarke county treasurer named C E Joyner Jr license agent succeeding Annie M Stribling.
Five years ago Dr. Leslie M. Bell with Mrs. Bell arrived in Winchester and will work with Dr. James H. Miller in general surgery. Shenandoah Valley Bank marks 75 years, opening tonight for late viewers of exhibits. Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Hovermale of Ridge celebrate their golden wedding anniversary Tuesday.
Ten years ago Congressman A Willis Robertson addressed 200 Democrats stressing Jefferson and Jackson principles. Admiral L M Nulton spoke to the Rotary Club on Customs of the Navy. President Peyton J Marshall presided with C Vernon Eddy presenting. Miss Ethel Cooper of Winchester named first assistant editor for Harrisonburg State Teacher's College yearbook.
Twenty years ago report notes the death of Mrs. Ella Florence Rosenberger wife of John W. Rosenberger at her home. Farmers forecast snow will help crops across Shenandoah Valley. Handley High School basketball team defeated Shenandoah Athletic Club of Harpers Ferry 47 to 12 last night.
Thirty years ago Charles R. McCann was chosen treasurer of the Martinsburg Turnpike. The note mentions German journalists failing to report war conditions and John H. Seal Jr re elected head of a company.
Reports of smallpox spreading from Summit Point West Virginia to Winchester and Frederick counties are untrue doctors say winter weather has settled in the valley and caused road blockages across many county routes.
In Chicago on a presidental swing, public mood shifts away from union battles toward frustration with post war shortages. Voters cite late trains poor service and scarce goods, citing delayed schedules and surcharges as signs of wartime demoralization persisting into peacetime.
Readers urge Winchester citizens to back a War Memorial Drive recreation center. They condemn lack of youth facilities, call for supervised, complete plans, and emphasize honoring those who served in World War II. The letter echoes concerns about local entertainment options and community welfare.
A reflective piece argues that true happiness comes from adherence to moral purpose and duty. It discusses desires as fleeting and notes that service in the National Guard may or may not count toward a pension depending on active federal status. It cites a World War II era query about a soldier killed in action and references official channels for battle records.
Quiz asks seven questions about wartime topics. Items cover Hussein Ala ambassador roles, Boise sightings, gold weighing scales, Kem peitai, Jan Sibelius nationality, a recent lunar eclipse, LaGuardia newspaper job, Selective Service volunteering rules, foil drops from planes, and Patton’s hospital after a crash in a German city.
In February a lone figure maps a September murder plot and burns the page. The scene shifts to Gull's Point where Camilla Tressilian hosts Nevile Strange and Kay for a pending visit. Audrey, Nevile's former wife, contemplates a fragile reconciliation as tensions unfold around September plans.
Audrey Strange enters the big bedroom and kisses Lady Tressilian. The description emphasizes Audrey's pale, ghostly presence, small features, ash blond hair, gray eyes, and a shimmering, otherworldly air as they discuss mutual friends.
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