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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1932
Page
4
The Evening Star Publishing Co publishs daily except Sunday and consolidates with several weekly papers. The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to use news dispatches and local news published in the paper.
Rates listed for three months six months one year and one month in advance. Advertisers noted Devine Tenney Corporation representatives in New York Des Moines and Chicago.
God is our God forever and ever and he will be our guide even unto death. This statement echoes Psalm 48 verse 14 and reflects a faith creed proclaimed in the text.
The Harriman National Bank Bulletin notes persistence as the key trait behind ordinary individuals achieving extraordinary results. It argues sustained effort, not brilliance, wins in commerce through regular, future‑focused service and vision, shaping steady progress over time.
The Portsmouth Star comments on Theodore Roosevelt and Dwight F. Davis as governors, criticizing Roosevelt’s tenure in the Philippines and contrasting it with figures like Leonard Wood and Stimson. The piece argues Roosevelt, seen as his father’s son, underperformed and questions the gain of his postings.
The Washington Post editorial argues that recovery starts in the mindset of the people and in community effort, not solely from federal aid or peace. It urges domestic resilience and rational self-reliance over dependence on government provisions.
The passage urges communities to revive confidence in their people and promote self reliance to overcome fear that has paralyzed business, regardless of federal action. It emphasizes local initiative as key to rebuilding economic vigor and resilience.
Norfolk Virginia Pilot memorializes John M. Van Heusen who died in Scarsdale New York praising his rebellion against stiff linen collars. The tribute credits his advertising prowess for convincing conservatives that removing the neckband aligned with religion and morals.
A brief note describes a nationwide discussion yielding a profit of several dollars. It notes modest gains and mentions broad participation without detailing figures or outcomes.
The Palace Theatre showcases the film Ben Hur in a $4 million production featuring Ramon Navarro as the Jewish prince. The review notes dramatic sound synchronization and a famed chariot race with forty eight horses around the Circus Maximus, drawing praise from yesterday’s audiences. Final showings are tonight at 7 07 and 9 32 p m.
An observer notes that the swordfish, though smaller than a whale, is a mortal enemy of a sea mammal, using a dagger sharp bony lance. The report, as quoted, hints at ongoing disruption and danger in the marine arena.
Mrs Corbin plans Lois wedding dress and arrangements amid neighborhood chatter about Lois marrying into wealth. Lois insists on independence, choosing a simple Delaware Street home with Bruce, while seamstress Mrs Marchasa delays work over price and carfare.
Warner Bros capatil film Manhattan Parade with Winnie Lightner and Charles Butterworth ends its Capitol Theatre run tonight. The Technicolor comedy with fashion drama earns noisy praise as a family night feature. Safe In Hell screens tomorrow starring Dorothy Mackaill in a tale of a servant betrayed by her employer and cast to refugees fate.
A remark on hygiene in the era of Louis XVI notes a valet poured perfumed alcohol on the king’s hands as a washing ritual. The quip ends with the reflection that the most important thing in life is living.
Ronald Colman stars in The Unholy Garden at the Colonial Theatre in a stark departure from his suave roles. Estelle Taylor and Fay Wray lead the female cast with a rogues’ gallery of supporting players including Warren Hymer and Mischa Auer.
A brief item notes how men pick up streetcar etiquette from football field culture and cites a quip about manners. The text also mentions Vasari and terms for the Renaissance in Italian usage.
Ben Hur ends its run at the Palace with sound synchronized marvels and famed sea battle and chariot race. Fast and Loose opens for two days featuring Miriam Hopkins and Charles Starrett in a youthful romantic comedy.
The piece notes Turkey's shifting borders spanning Europe Asia and Africa and mentions a young reformer's school essay about parents. It also cites a Forest Service warning that U S forests are cut four times faster than they are planted urging conservation.
The executor M. M. Lynch will auction on January 14 1932 at 10 A M near Stephen son Frederick County items from the late Aurelia V Allamong including furniture cow wagon tools and kitchenware. Auctioneers Duvall Dunn Co clerk R McCann notes cash terms.
A Boston Herald editorial suggests using an amplifier for the voice of conscience to counter national tendencies to stray from the narrow path. The remark reflects concern over public morality and calls for stronger moral guidance.
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