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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1941

Page

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Heads of Army Navy and Air Corps Testimony In Private Session

The House Foreign Affairs committee voted along party lines to hear top military leaders in a closed session rather than public testimony. Rep Fish charged a gag rule, but Chairman Bloom denied it as Marshall and Navy and Army leaders were asked to testify in executive proceedings.

Army Navy Air Corps Washington House Foreign Affairs Committee Ace Britain Rene Committee Bloom D-Ny Rep Fish R-Ny Mittee Rep. Fish George C. Marshall Harold R Naval Operations George H

Winchester outlines forming a Clarke County fish and game group

MA Winchester proposes creating an organization akin to the Clarke County Fish and Game Protective Association. The aim is to unite sportsmen with interests in game and fish and to rejuvenate streams. He notes few streams could support trout bass and pike if properly cared for and accessible, urging low-cost improvements.

Clarke County Fish and Game Protective Association Saari

Hats Off To Lindbergh Says German Sources

Berlin reports quoted authorized German sources praising Charles Lindbergh for his testimony before the U S House committee on the lease lend bill. They called his courage exemplary amid warnings of terror from interventionists. Lindbergh urged peace, saying victory by either side would be a disaster for Europe.

Berlin Artis Charles Lindbergh House Lindbergh Europe Wiere

Blood Transfusion Aids Mrs. Forrest Critical Illness

Mrs. Forrest of Mills Road, critically ill with a streptococcus infection since Christmas, is recovering at Memorial Hospital after a transfusion of immunized blood from Allegany General Hospital, Pittsburgh. Two Pittsburgh internes were inoculated with the infection and later donated blood. serum was rushed by car from Pittsburgh after flight delays. The treatment was given three times in ten days, with the latest yesterday and the patient’s temperature returning to normal.

Forrest Mills Road Memorial Hospital Allegany General Hospital Pittsburgh Sirbaugh Winchester

Mixed Weather Outlook Across Atlantic States This Week

Weather headlines indicate a period of mixed conditions from January 24 into early next week. Expect moderate winds, occasional rain and varying temperatures with near normal averages across the Atlantic States.

Growers Consider SMA Withdrawal Over Apple Prices

About 100 apple growers from Virginia West Virginia Maryland and Pennsylvania meet at Handley Library to hear Ralph M Woodside SMA manager say the Surplus Marketing Administration will withdraw from the storage deal at noon tomorrow if growers prefer New price contention centers on 90 cent per bushel offered by SMA vs higher open market quotes and strains of support for a plan to pay current prices.

Virginia West Virginia Maryland Pennsylvania Handley Library Ralph M. Woodside Winchester Surplus Marketing Administration Mr. Woodside W. S. Campfield Virginia Horticultural Society SMA William H. Boag Charlottesville State Industrial Committee Porter Taylor Joseph B. White Washington Boston Amos Shryock Woodside Gold Speak Ray Mt. Jackson Martinsburg Phil Gold

Five Injured In Crash Released At St. Louis

Eight persons injured in the overnight crash of a line and Western Air sky sleeper were released from hospitals today. Two men were killed, pilot Scott of Little N., and John Franksee, a Kansas City mechanic. Caldwell of the Civil Aeronautics Board said the investigation would continue 10 days with an inquest to follow. Earl Bierman, radio operator in the Lambert airfield control tower, said the plane veered into an S turn before disappearing behind trees and a flash followed tearing through telephone wires near the landing field.

Louis Western Air Ba P T. W. ‘Scott Little N. T John Franksee Kansas City Caldwell Civil Aeronautics Board Earl Bierman Lambert- St. Louis Municipal

Ozlin Withdraws From Virginia Gubernatorial Race

Thomas W. Ozlin, member of the State Commission, abandons plans to seek the Democratic nomination for governor. He cites the need for substantial campaign funds and four opponents in the field making a feasible statewide run impractical.

Richmond Thomas W. Ozlin Statetion Commission Eeene Toete

Priest Acting As Conciliator Aids Allis Chalmers Strike

Monsignor Francis J. Haas arrived from Washington to help settle the C I O strike at Allis Chalmers in Milwaukee. Work in the plant was halted with 9 000 employees affected as the union demands a union shop and talks with Major James P. Holmes proceed.

Mar Francis Haas Allis- Chalmers Co Milwaukee Francis J. Haas Department of Labor Poe Washington Allis-Chalmers Manufacturing Company Father Haas James P. Holmes Department United Automobile Workers’ Union American Federation of Labor Craft Unions

Supreme Court Justice Chosen for McReynolds Vacancy

President Roosevelt said he selected a successor for Justice James C. McReynolds who retires February 1. He declined to announce the name for weeks to avoid headaches, speculation, and a flood of recommendations. Possible choices mentioned include Jackson and Senator James F. Byrnes.

Washington Roosevelt James C. McReynolds Supreme Court Pee Jackson James F. Byrnes South Carolina

Notice on planting red cedar near orchards in Frederick County

Frederick County grower association warns property owners in towns and county that it is unlawful to plant or transplant red cedar bushes or trees within three miles of a commercial orchard. Restriction cited by Frederick County Frust ration Growers Assocs.

Frederick County

Friday Bingo At South End Fire Hall

Every Friday night at 8 p m the South End Fire Hall hosts bingo with a grand admission of 35 cents.

South End

Roosevelt greets new British ambassador aboard ship

President Roosevelt arrived in Annapolis at 2:50 p m to greet Lord Halifax the new British ambassador en route to the capital aboard the battleship King George V.

Annapolis President Roosevelt Lord Halifax Anna

Roosevelt Leaves White House to Meet Halifax in Annapolis

President Roosevelt departed the White House in an auto convoy likely heading toward Annapolis to greet Lord Halifax aboard the battleship King George V. Reporters saw the president in the front seat with aides and secret service nearby while officials discussed potential future announcements about Halifax’s landing and possible changes in U S Britain diplomatic posts.

Washington Roosevelt White House Annapolis Lord Halifax Secret Service Mrs. Roosevelt

New Council For France Is Set Up

In Vichy on January 24, Chief of State Philippe Petain announced a new provisional national council of about 200 members to assist in directing the government. The assembly, described as advisory without constitutional or legislative powers, will not replace the old senate or chamber of deputies and members will serve without fixed terms. The official journal will publish the new law and name the council members.

Vichy France Philippe Petain Petain Peo- Dp Senate Chamber of Deputies Havas

Severe Punishment for Iron Guard Leader in Bucharest Uprising

The council of ministers announced swift trials for rebels led by Horia Sima and other Iron Guard figures. Military courts will try those arrested within 24 hours, with punishments to be executed within 10 hours of sentence, and all civilian safety item permits canceled. German and Romanian troops patrolled Bucharest as General Antonescu moved to restore order.

Pda Council of Ministers Horia Sima Antonescu Sima Bucharest Radio Council of Ministers Bucharest

Students Honor Judge Handley at Handley High School

Students at Handley High School paid tribute to Judge John Handley whose gifts funded the school and its library named for him. Librarian C Vernon Eddy spoke as the anniversary observance proceeded with coin boxes raising about 800 dollars toward an eventual 5000 dollar memorial.

Handley High School John Handley Handley C. Vernon Eddy Handley Board Scranton Winchester Judge Hand

Church Fire Damages St. Mary's in Hagerstown

A fire at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Hagerstown Maryland caused an estimated 30000 to 35000 dollars in damage. It began in the rear, spread under the altar and roof, melting organ pipes, while sacristy and interiors suffered smoke and water damage. The pastor and aides saved sacred vessels and records. Masses to be held at the parish house.

Hagerstown Mad St. Mary's Catholic Church J. Francis Leary Gilbert Hann Simon Kennan Pather Leary Washington County Washington and Foundry Streets

Louis and Burman sign to fight at Madison Square Garden

Joe Louis and Baltimore Red Burman signed New York State Athletic Commission contracts for a 15 round heavyweight title bout at Madison Square Garden on January 31. Each posted 5000 dollar forfeit, promoter Mike Jacobs posted the same. Commissioner physician Dr William Walker said both in excellent condition.

New York Joe Louis Baltimore Red

Virginia photographer Jane Jolliffe earns youngest woman tag

The 19-year-old Jane Jolliffe of this city, daughter of Mr and Mrs R B Jolliffe, is the youngest licensed woman photographer in Virginia and possibly the nation. She studied portrait work at Mrs Lawrence Jolliffe's studio and recently passed with honors a State Board exam of the Virginia Professional Photographers Association.

Virginia Jane Jolliffe R. 8. Jolliffe Lawrence Jolliffe Jolliffe Virginia Professional Photographers Association

Death toll rises in Balkan revolt and Ethiopian uprising

AP reports mounting casualties in Bucharest as Iron Guard rebels seize addresses and clash with Antonescu loyalists. German and Romanian troops patrol cities including Brasov and Constanta while Haile Selassie returns to lead Ethiopians in a British-supported drive.

Bucharest Robert St. John Associated Press Sofia Bulgaria Romania Brasov Giurgiu Constanta Ploesti Cantina Craiova Ethiopia Haile Selassie Lion of Judah Theen North Africa The Nile Tobruk Derna Bene Archibald P. Wavell

Inspectors Inspect Boyce School Building Safety

The Boyce high school building, whose safety has been questioned, was inspected today by state and local officials. H N Ritter and Clarence Glascock, both contractors, prepared findings for a written report to Superintendent Archie F. Robinson. A joint PTA Clarke boards meeting is set for Monday evening at the Parish House in Boyce.

Boyce High School Ere State Department of Education Division of H. N. Ritter Berryville Clarence Glascock Boyce Archie F. Robinson Robertson Parent-Teacher Association Clarke Board of Supervisors Clarke School Board

Auction Notice for J C Erbonville Estate

Auction of livestock and estate items from the late J C Erbonville and Winchester Pike near R Pr on January 31 1941 at 11 o clock. Sale includes livestock and associated property per the public notice.

J. C. Erbonville Winchester Pike

Also Mentioned on This Page

Gen Marshall Menene Deal Campfield W. Gzlin Ozlin Roosevelts Halifax Polis King George V Chesapeake Bay Potomac River London Lord and Lady Halifax United States Baltimore John G. Winant New Hampshire Great Britain Council For Judge Handley Eddy Garland Quarles Handley Bly Be Represen Fandsley Handley Grounds Louis and Burman B. E. Rogers Middletown City Hall Funk Balkan Romanian J. Webb Benton Fort Myer United States Legation Ion Antonescu
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