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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1946
Page
4
The Evening Star publication in Winchester Virginia lists editor H F Byrd Jr and a 1946 notice on delivery delays subscription rates and advertising deadlines. It includes annual and half year prices, carrier options, and a Bible verse from Isaiah 66:13.
A Navy minded nation contemplates testing the atomic bomb on grand ships once proud in two wars including the New York Arkansas Nevada Pennsylvania Pensacola Saratoga and Lake City. The piece argues these vessels will still serve the country as they age, proving the bomb's potentiality and offering a noble death at sea.
President Truman asks Congress to admit Hawaii as the 49th state in a State of the Union push opposed by some Hawaiians. The territory’s path traces from discovery by Captain Cook in 1778 and monarchy to its 1893 overthrow and 1898 annexation culminating in 1900 as a U.S. territory. Population by 1940 grew to 423,330 with wartime gains. ethnic makeup includes Caucasians, Japanese, Chinese, and native Hawaiians. Congress is urged to consider admission carefully.
The article argues against Hawaii statehood citing its role as a military stronghold and base integrity. It notes doubts about benefits to the United States and Hawaii, mentioning extended citizenship for Japanese and the risk of martial law if war threats persist. It emphasizes keeping Hawaii as a military outpost separate from the 48 states.
Current Opinion argues de Gaulle’s abrupt departure shows his unyielding leadership and may reshape France’s politics. It notes the coalition’s survival under Felix Gouin and warns that a divided interim government could push voters toward recalling de Gaulle. De Gaulle’s unity mission and influence across Europe are highlighted.
The 605 grain Pearl of Asia, claimed as the world’s largest, is up for sale in Paris after a journey from Persia to a Chinese emperor’s tomb, a French missionary gift, wartime thefts, concealment in a Marseille rooming house, and a rebirth with the French Board of Foreign Missions offering it.
Roosevelt asks Henry J. Kaiser to lead a nationwide campaign to gather usable used clothing for relief of Europe's destitute millions. Local observers note coal piles shrinking as they watch temperatures rise. U S submarines reportedly sunk 21 enemy vessels including a light cruiser in distant waters.
Mr and Mrs Ernest E Farr entertained a large number of guests at their home in Charles Town to mark their twenty fifth wedding anniversary. Dan AGO Details are complete for a special train from Winchester to ia fence in gga Ryan urges all citizens whop securing reservations.
Consumers protest the new 22 cent per gallon gasoline price and a 10 percent rise in auto tires. The demonstration highlights rising living costs and concern over affordability.
Forty five years ago the Rouss Fire Co. celebrates as C B Rouss sends his annual $1 000 check for the firemen's banquet. Thomas Cover and son reveal plans to build a 1 000 plant at Moorefield. Joe Pifer reports ice 7 1 2 inches thick on Wrights run.
A controverted Washington dispatch argues the government exaggerates inflation control. It contends the cost of living rose far more, due to subsidized prices and manipulated index figures, with subsidies masking true price increases in sugar butter bread meat and milk.
When London faced the blitz editors chose to highlight heroism over fear and preserve morale. The public read about rescue parties uniting rich and poor, and Mr John Citizen showing courage. The piece notes Britain’s spirit as key to fending off a brutal attack.
The quiz asks seven questions about military service wartime policy and notable figures. It includes queries on veterans reinstate rules postwar, Coney Island location, a Far Eastern Advisor, New Year weekday, First Lady’s maiden name, a quotation author, a Danish tenor, military uniform redesigns, Haligonians, official language of Brazil, and draft service duration under Selective Service.
The Army does not cover transporting a wife to a military hospital for care. Dependents should not travel without confirming space. The service member applies for admission when feasible. location is chosen by the dependent. Read The Star.
On a riverside brink Audrey and Thomas Royde share a tense quiet, discussing past traumas and unspoken love. Audrey reveals inner changes while Nevile appears, testing a fragile friendship before a dramatic moment as he asserts a future as her husband.
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