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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1944
Page
4
The Evening Star notes postal classification and office delivery guidelines. It lists advertising deadlines, transient rates, and contract rates with a brief public service verse. The notice appears from Winchester Virginia and references Associated Press and Audit Bureau of Circulation affiliations.
A proposal to grant Admiral King and Admiral Leahy British style ranks such as Admiral of the Fleet reignites talks on elevating U S military titles. Critics say the plan diverts from American tradition and could harm public morale during wartime.
British radio urges Germans to oust the Nazis and end the war, while German propaganda boasts of vast conquests and a firm hold on homeland. Analysts question the impact, noting Russian pressure from the eastern front and mixed reception of the messaging.
The piece reflects Allied bomb damage causing German pessimism as the U S and Britain prepare to invade. It notes German optimism about resisting invasion while omitting that a rout would follow and that Hitler and top Nazi leaders would seek concealment as Soviet and Western forces push toward Germany.
An editorial recalls the sight of an elderly washer woman with a basket on her head and foresees a possible return as wartime shortages and changes in services affect Staunton. It notes wage and supply increases, OPA price controls, and laundry firms discontinuing residential pick up and delivery, risking a revival of a long familiar scene.
The article argues Leningrad has withstood a prolonged siege as the Red Army presses a 250 mile front from Leningrad to Neveli. It claims Hitler lost 400,000 men and predicts a possible lifting of the siege if Soviet tactics succeed, leaving Finland vulnerable and aligned with Moscow. It notes U S calls for Finland to side with Russia and describes Finland's grim prospects after backing Germany.
Baltimore Evening Sun notes Bulgarian capital Sofia reportedly evacuated amid Allied aerial attacks. Ankara reports a city described as a shambles with defenses and warning systems disrupted, and life in disarray.
Ration Book No 2 distribution plans announced. J. Berlin DeHaven dies at Gainsboro. Mrs. Nancy Coble undergoes operation. Five years ago Franco's forces occupy Barcelona. Low Nova seeks match with Joe Louis. Max Schmellin leaves Berlin to return to the United States.
Gen. Hugh Johnson asserts that NRA forms cannot exploit workers. A quilt by Mrs. Edna Cadwallader is presented to the Lutheran Church Society.
Gloria Swanson and Rudolph Valentino star in Beyond Rocks while Miss Madeline Shepherd visits relatives in Millville. The item notes new coin operated music devices appearing for sale.
Thirty years ago a bad storm swept the Pacific Coast causing minor damage. Mr A M Baker leaves on a short business trip. Maj Holmes Conrad visits his home on North Market Street.
Forty years ago a four-horse team owned by Mr. Hauptman near Clear Brook is frightened and runs wild on Cork Street. Miss Katherine Hansbrough visits her parents on Amherst Street. Bruce Worthington is critically ill at his home in N Washington.
Four lines describe a blaze at the Charles H. Box residence with the home sustaining fire damage. Mrs. R. E. Byrd and her son Richard left today for a visit in New York.
A quiz asks seven questions on Allied command in Europe, fashion terms, Cadman’s profession, Holland Tunnel routing, the Pacific Ocean, Oslo’s former name, invasion funding, Chinese bow term, vampire bat reality, and legume vegetables among squash potatoes onions radishes peas beans with asking for page two solutions.
The Roanoke District OPA warns fuel oil is critically short with no extra allotments likely and urges users to conserve. Gasoline rationing may tighten further in 1944, while eastern supplies appear especially vulnerable amid an anticipated western invasion of Europe.
Mrs. Vive Shaw Kennedy sues to collect 2200 dollars on a note with 2500 principal. Note signed by C Worthington Lowe and Miss May H Heist. Suit filed in Frederick County Circuit Court by attorney Harry K. Benham for plaintiff.
Willkie exits California primaries with Warren not a candidate and California’s 50 delegates now uninstructed. Warren is viewed as likely VP material here, while Dewey many party authorities favor a Dewey Warren ticket. Chicago Republican National Committee session set lines and showed weak pledges, with Bricker and MacArthur lacking strong state support.
The article analyzes the 1940 Republican scenario with Dewey and Willkie as likely contenders. It notes Chicago declined the convention due to low support and predicts a heavy Dewey Willkie race for the nomination. It also suggests Roosevelt’s fourth term is likely and discusses Rayburn as preferred vice presidential choice.
Dr Clendening explains home eye dangers and prevention through warnings and education multiyear plant campaigns. Perforating injuries come from sharp objects and flying metal. treat with local anaesthetic and sulfathiazole ointment. Chemical burns from ammonia lye refrigerants require immediate irrigation. wear eye protection and light up spaces at night to avoid accidents.
Greenville, Mississippi mayor Milton C. Smith, a former wood plant operator, built a home made leaf picker upper costing about 50 dollars. The device uses a tractor transmission to drive a suction blower that lifts leaves into a trailer and could make leaf mold for victory gardens.
A wartime editorial urges Americans to increase effort and discipline in 1944 to secure victory. The piece emphasizes sacrifice, unity, and continuous personal contribution to the war effort and home front duties.
Salt Lake City story about N P O Riley leaving a suitcase of clothing on the sidewalk. His wife refused to tote the bag and came in empty handed while a third person accepted the burden. When the couple returned the suitcase was gone.
Local campaign urges readers to donate coins to the Mile O Dimes effort supporting the fight against infantile paralysis. The drive asks participants to contribute through participating organizations and public collections.
Mallory Baker, a self driven star, presses toward a Mexico concert run urged by her manager Tod Patrick. He curses the push and laments her romance with blond artist David Dargen as their contract-strong drama unfolds in a tense exchange.
In a tense scene Mallory Baker plays with romance and power as she weighs a Mexico trip for her career while David questions money and loyalty. Ted Patrick, Mallory’s manager, stirs jealousy and meddles in their careworn dynamic. The exchange ends with no resolution.
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