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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1944
Page
4
The Evening Star of Winchester Va announces daily publication with Associated Press and Audit Bureau affiliations. It lists ad submission by 9 PM the day before, rate 5 cents per inch, and prompts readers to report delays to maintain delivery.
In advance subscription options listed as one year six months and three months with weekly single copies priced. A stray Bible verse from Psalms 40 1 appears, quoting I waited patiently for the Lord and he inclined unto me and heard my cry.
Maj Lawrence M Cook of Dallas directed an engineering unit digging in gravel near Paestum when his shovel broke an earth crust and revealed bones small vases and flint knives. Archaeologists confirm a large burial site of stone age people, a historic find amid wartime digs.
In Changteh China Sgt Chow Shou fu of a veteran Chinese division shares impressions from ten years of fighting Japanese invaders. He notes a well matched balance between Japanese and Chinese forces as he reflects on frontline experiences gained through years of combat.
The account contrasts Japanese artillery with Chinese tactics and three “don’t shoot” rules. It notes Chinese soldiers are strong and well uniformed, and speculates on future Chinese use of modern American equipment. Sergeant Chow is mentioned as facing further experiences ahead.
Reprinted Richmond editorial argues Representative Carlson wants a major tax simplification for 1944 to cut the burden of the pay as you go system. He favors withholding to reduce returns and says a simple form could help taxpayers grasp government finances, though some doubt the psychological value of the tax blank.
A Staunton Evening Leader piece explores how slang shifts with age groups. It notes words like necking spooning tramp crook boom slump and argues that today’s slang may become tomorrow’s standard English.
Memphis Commercial Appeal notes that telephone manners have not significantly improved and calls for continued civility. The piece praises courtesy and suggests politeness in phone interactions benefits all users and improves communication.
A wartime editorial urges citizens to increase effort and discipline in 1944 campaigns. It emphasizes total commitment, tighter rationing, and steady sacrifice to secure victory and support allied aims.
Hundreds attend Handley students departure for service. Nineteen divorces recorded in the city last year. Commercial and Savings Bank re elects all directors. R Gray Williams presents his 22nd annual report to Kenandoah Valley National Bank Co. R McCann chairs Eti and Merchants National. A 312 pound daughter born to Mrs H W Grady. Junior Farmers announce a grain judging contest at Handley.
A woman frightened away a burglar at the Lomax Parker residence in Stephens City. Rev. and Mrs. C. C. Bush, former Methodist pastor there, were subjected to uproar from parishioners. Mrs. Susan B. Hoge, ill for two weeks, died at her home in Stephens City.
Vincent Tharpe, 13, is killed by an auto near fair grounds. Alton Ray Cobb, 15, dies from a fractured skull after being thrown from a horse at home near White Post. Mrs. Mary Sibert dies after a fall causing a broken hip, she had been in Memorial Hospital.
Rev Father O Donnell assists at Sacred Heart Church Warrenton ordered to church duties. A. L. D. Kline named president of farmers club near Stephens City.
Report notes Levi and Will Fletcher involved when a dog frightened the sleigh team near Whitacre. Henry Schneider named captain of Rouss. Miss Mary Hottel guest of honor at a surprise party. Racing reel put into service by Rouss. Union firemen reportedly set a world record of 382 3 seconds.
Messrs Boyer Solenberger Jordan Lupton and others meet to organize a farmers institute in the city while Judge Atkinson travels to Baltimore on business.
Moscow reports a nationwide program to teach the new Hymn of the Soviet Union replacing the Internationale. Millions receive texts from Art publishing, posters proliferate, schools adopt it, and by March 15 radio broadcasts will end newscasts with the hymn.
Washington notes a proposed constitutional amendment to require only a simple Senate majority for peace treaties, a plan seen as doomed by needing two thirds and state ratifications, yet viewed as a political tool to rally opposition to the Senate and to frame Roosevelt's possible peace moves.
The author argues that majorities are not permanent and that lasting policy requires protecting minority rights. History shows shifts in opinion after wars and treaties, suggesting unity and enduring peace depend on curbing majority excess and guarding minority protections against fleeting majorities.
The article discusses a possible Senate submission of a postwar treaty or execution of policy by executive action. It notes a Senator’s hint of Roosevelt pursuing indefinite occupation plans and questions the two thirds rule’s influence on shaping peace terms and isolationist pressures within the party.
The article explains chronic nightly insomnia as a psycho neurosis and favors psychological treatment over drugs. It details sleep basics, satiety and hormones of wakefulness, and lists non drug tricks including hot baths, milk, and the wet pack method to induce sleep. It notes insomniacs often miscount naps and describes playful behaviors some adopt before sleep.
A reader quiz asks for authors and facts across literature history and science. It covers Spoon River Anthology author, Cleopatra s country, America the Beautiful lyricist, the war during Napoleons Moscow retreat, The Bridge of San Luis Rey location, a true false on insects, a misquoted phrase festival item, U S president from 1861 to 1865, grammar correction of could of versus could have, and the Cleveland iron magnate who steered McKinley s 1896 campaign.
The Star notes the passing of Mr en in Winchester Virginia on a Wednesday. A Gentleman of refined nature he was reserved yet a loyal friend and public figure who made the community his home thirty years ago and grew close to his wife and circle. The editor offers sincere sympathy to his family in this sad hour.
Beth confronts Andrea over borrowing money for an unsteady plan to support a baby. Andrea reveals Dennis offered help and a potential job, while Beth worries about paying rent and future stability. The two argue about marriage, work, and who should bear the burden as they face uncertain prospects. Beth schems a fresh plan as the night wears on.
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