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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1936
Page
4
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A religious verse quotes Psalm 4 5 urging sacrifices of righteousness and trust in the Lord. The AP header notes exclusive rights to AP dispatches and local news in this paper.
Richmond editorial supports Goodwin-Louderback measure to require fire escapes on all two story schools and factories. It cites Virginia conditions with many two story schools lacking escapes and argues safety justifies immediate action.
Cumberland Times argues that 5,000,000 unemployed U S youths lack job training and warns that overemphasis on higher education leaves youth without practical skills. Vocational schools and bread and butter courses are urged to curb social peril and defend democracy.
The Stainton News Leader notes Japan's withdrawal from the naval conference appears almost certain as Tokyo signals its decision, reflecting shifts in regional naval policy.
Advance naval talks show Japan pressing for parity with Britain and the United States. Britain, America, and Italy are present with possibilities of inviting Germany and Russia later. The English-speaking alliance faces a challenge as Japan withdraws, signaling a new naval arms race with uncertain outcomes and warns that armament competition tends toward war.
William L. Ransom of the American Bar Association urges fixing flaws in how the Hauptmann trial was publicized. He calls for restores of decorum and warns against turning criminal cases into public spectacles, noting the press shares responsibility for a proper atmosphere.
A black damp explosion in a Gilbert West Virginia mine claims eight miners. The incident is reported amid other brief notes including plans for executions in Richmond and a death in L A Miller, with weather notes tying to colder conditions on the East Coast.
A fire at a Cadilly Street filling station causes five pumps to be damaged by a short circuit. The incident is noted among a collection of historical clippings including political and social items from different eras.
New York report notes an American contender, Mrs Glenna Collett Ware Jr., has the best chance yet to win the British women's golf crown. She plans to depart in spring with the Curtis Cup team for the summer campaign.
Do not scrape or wash candle grease. Place blotter over spots and press with a moderately warm iron to lift the stain.
Post office officials urge rural free delivery patrons to clear snow from mailboxes to ensure carriers can deposit mail. Snowy roads slow trips and high pileups hinder routine drops. cooperation is needed for reliable service.
Funeral services for Mrs. Ethel Virginia Price, wife of Shirley O. Price, were held Saturday afternoon at her foster mother’s home on North Cameron Street. Rev. Dr. S. L. Flickinger of Centenary Reformed Church officiated. Interment followed in Mount Hebron Cemetery with pallbearers Maynard Wise Carver, Marion W. Herrell, William G. Maskell, Raymond Rosman, Lawrence C. Hollis and Bernard M. Sullivan.
Daughters of the Confederacy canceled a special service at Christ Episcopal Church for Gen Robert B Lee's birthday due to heavy snow. Rev Allen Jones could not reach town. Rev Robert B Nelson led the evening prayer service at Opequon Memorial Presbyterian Church in Kernstown.
Miss Margaret Ferguson a Romney West Virginia teacher died in a Cumberland Maryland hospital from injuries after being struck by a car while crossing near her home. She suffered a skull fracture a broken leg and bruises. The vehicle was driven by Urban Lux of Castle Virginia and police investigations exonerated him.
Will Rogers remarks on Americans and learning Russian noting that even grown adults struggle with the language and that Russian lessons can be challenging for Jewish and American students alike.
A story recalls an American oilman who hired a University of no professor to teach Russian for a trip to Russia. While dining the professor mimicked Russian words and suddenly choked on food, causing a fatal moment that startled the family and ended with a grim joke about language.
In Tallahassee Judge W B Johnson orders Sheriff W M Inman to hand over 3405 dollars to Irvin Bright, a Black chef at the governor’s mansion, after Bright’s life savings were seized following a car crash. The sheriff claimed Bright gave conflicting stories about the funds. A pig tied to the desk is shown as the sheriff’s thought on Elks membership. A separate incident in Oakland follows a hit and chase as Max Gerhenson pursues a 4 year old girl after a car strike. the child remains unharmed.
New York veteran engineers of the Rio Railroad visited town for a convention and rode the subway. C. E. Correll, head of the veterans, said they wanted to see the new subway. The group planned a three hour ride today.
In a Society of American Magicians event in Chicago Bert Gustus correctly named the weekday for dates like March 11 1911 and February 4 1902. After a long pause he finally announced January 17 1936 was Friday, claiming the date as today.
Betty Ruth Taylor and Erma Gene McCammon hiked 12 miles from Arkansas City to Winfield on a bet. They said the toughest part of the long trek was turning down 30 offers of help from motorists along the way.
In Raleigh North Carolina Patrolman Cris Spence entered a house after hearing dice and exortations of come on seven He found a man on the floor shooting dominoes against the baseboard He claimed I aint shooting craps I just practicing indicating a gambling game was underway
Washington dispatch analyzes a potential congressional maneuver to limit the Supreme Court by using direct legislation affecting lower federal courts. It argues Congress can shape lower courts and that the Court remains a final arbiter only after lower tribunal review, with foreign affairs cases.
The piece discusses limits on federal courts with nine old men determining authority, Congress rights under the constitution, and potential changes to lower courts. It shifts to Cuba's election under a military dictatorship, Miguel M Gomez’s victory, suppression of liberals, and U S involvement through ambassadors amid anti American sentiment. It mentions literature in the U S senate munitions inquiry and pondered tax redistribution to processors and public impact.
In Paris Spanish shawl scarfs of knitted black silk edged with fringe are displayed with new spring hats. They are worn knotted loosely around the neck like a fichu.
A home kitchen tip urges dipping the cup in cold water before filling with custard mix and baking in a slow oven for a smooth result. The guidance notes there may be several custard musts.
Present and past rainfall figures show 1.51 inches for the last 24 hours ending 8 a m and year to date 4.29 inches. The Winchester Research Laboratory records a 34.56 inch annual average and monthly averages listed for January through December with values ranging from 1.93 to 3.83 inches.
When using a sandwich toaster butter lightly the outside surfaces of both bread slices to keep the toast soft and tasty. For extra flavor you can butter one surface of each slice, grill, add filling on toasted sides, then butter the remaining sides and grill again.
Question and answer item notes that more than eighty Columbus portraits exist, none painted from life or during the discoverer’s lifetime. It also explains the petrified forest in Arizona spans 25 625 acres in the eastern part of the state. The London Bridge song originated when the bridge was in a broken-down state, spurring repair bills and public enthusiasm.
Lt. Larrabee narrows suspects to the living room party after Della Delia’s murder and Grace Bowers remains a suspect. The key to Delia’s room surfaced in a bud vase, linking the killer to the dining room. Delia’s death is placed between 6:30 and 7:10, with Grace under scrutiny for her alibi and past references.
Pacific coast apple growers face trouble disposing of last year's crop, mirroring issues in eastern states as dispatches report plentiful storages and market pressure.
Dispatch from Watsonville California notes the federal SRA will buy about 55 000 boxes or 1125 tons of apples for relief at roughly 45 dollars per ton. Total Newtons in Pajaro Valley storage exceeds 1 250 000 boxes, about 300 000 more than last January, signaling ample supplies despite relief purchases.
In India family disputes are traditionally resolved by elder women, often grandmothers, who act as the home’s high priests. They guide and arbitrate matters rooted in custom and kinship.
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