Communist Creed at 100 Years Old
A concise review of the Communist Manifesto tracing its origins in 1848, the rise of Marx and Engels, and the central conflict between revolutionary communism and gradual socialism. It notes the manifesto’s call for workers to unite and the enduring relevance of Marx’s economic interpretation of history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marx
Engels
Paris
Brussels
League of Communists
League
London
Russia
Gauging Weapons and Beliefs Before World War II
The article contrasts prewar beliefs about a short war ending in rapid city destruction with civil interest in how accurately military forecasts have matched actual outcomes. It notes that long-ago expectations anticipated swift, decisive bombardment and widespread devastation long before World War II.
After Hiroshima the bomber era and air power debate
The piece reflects on how Spain’s bombing changed warfare doctrine, the push to readiness by 1953 from the President's air policy commission, and fears of atomic power and guided missiles. It notes germ warfare may be less threat and emphasizes maintaining a strong air force and advancing offensive and defensive weapons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Hiroshima
Gloria Swanson Advocates New Look For Men
Current Opinion notes Gloria Swanson urges men to adopt a new appearance focusing on grooming and accessories. She mocks crew cuts and mothball scents while recommending braces garters and more frequent evening dress, contrasting with women’s fashion changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond News
Gloria Swanson
Singapore
Miss Swanson
Snow removal questions in Winchester letters to editor
A Winchester reader questions city snow clearing rules and enforcement after 48 hours of no sidewalk clearing on city hall and courthouse pavements. The letter also asks why the alley near Indian Alley isn’t cleared and notes uneven enforcement on public property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Court House
Indian Alley
Main St
McCrory’s
Strength For The Day Excerpt By Earl L. Douglas D D
A young mother describes a day in routine care of a baby. She details feeding bathing orange juice meals washing and household tasks with faith noting the Lord arranges life and raising children educates and matures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl L. Douglas
D. D
Bill
Democracy seldom falls and endures through informers and motion
A reflective piece argues that democracy rarely fails though it often stumbles. It praises self-government as awkward yet viable, and cites Jefferson's axiom that informed people can be trusted to govern themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond News
Jefferson
Hobert Named Director for 1947 Apple Blossom Parade
Chester A. Hobert was elected director of the Grand Feature parade for the 1947 Apple Blossom Festival. Alberta Steele, 52, of Reliance, died when her car was struck by a truck. Construction starts on the W. D. Myers building at 21 W. Water St where Berlin apothecary will move in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester A. Hobert
Alberta Steele
Reliance
W. D. Myers
W. Water St
Berlin
Snowbound Worcester roads reopen after heavy 11 inch snow
In 1943 main highways around Worcester finally opened after a heavy 11 inch snow. Police Chief C. W. Hollis warned households to shovel sidewalks or face court action. John Scully Jr. announced the 14th annual Shenandoah Area Boy Scouts meeting to be held at Handley auditorium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
C. W. Hollis
John S. Scully Jr
Shenandoah Area
Boy Scouts
Handley Auditorium
Chamber elects R E Buncutter Winchester leader
R E Buncutter, local Shell Oil representative, was elected president of the Winchester Chamber of Commerce. Plans are being laid for Boy Scout week this spring, announced by area council president Fred Maphis. Robert T. McVicar, 85, former carriage maker, died Wednesday at his home Glen Forest.
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R. E. Buncutter
Shell Oil Co
Winchester Chamber of Commerce
Fred Maphis
Area Council
Robert T. McVicar
Glen Forest
Local 1923 Happenings Include Illness and Tragedy
Twenty five years ago Major Lillard of Beck Baking Co. was hospitalized with blood poisoning. A local man received three months on the state farm for stealing a dog that allegedly jumped into his car on Millwood Pike. John F. Carper, a six year old, died from diphtheria.
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Lillard
Beck Baking Co
Millwood Pike
John F. Carper
May V. Carper
Knight son injures knee in pistol cleaning accident
1898 report notes Taylor Knight, son of William Knight, accidentally shot himself in the knee while cleaning a pistol. Separate items mention preliminary work starting on a three story building for Heller Department store and William Hawkins, B and C mail carrier, receiving a four year contract extension from the company.
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Taylor Knight
William Knight
Heller Department Store
William Hawkins
B and C
IQ Quiz From a Bygone Page
A vintage quiz lists ten questions on politics, spelling, broadcasting, Bible symbolism, and history. It asks about prime ministers Neville Chamberlain Stanley Baldwin and Winston Churchill, a corrected sentence, Voice of America under a U.S. department, biblical no age, Harry S initials, a decapitated snake, chlorophyll, Paul Revere’s craft, REA electricity for farms, and Carrie Nation’s weapon.
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Neville Chamberlain
Stanley Baldwin
Winston Churchill
Voice of America
Department
Paul Revere
REA
Carrie Nation
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Winchester Evening Star
FP. Byrd, Jr
Sunday Evening Star Publishing Co
Winchester, Va
National Representatives DeLisser, Inc
E. 44Th St
New York
Mowr
Virginia
West
God
Scott
CRAPS
R J. Scott
Voice People
Evening Star
Grim
R.E.T
Delaware
Congressional Committee
Mirwinter
Workingman’s
March of Dimes
U. S
B. F. Goodrich
Loudoun St
Strasburg, Va
Tommy D. Lockhart
Funeral Home
Florence
Winchester Furniture CO
Stromberg — Carlson
Cincinnati
RED Top Brewing Coe
Cincinnati, Og
Chris Brewer Sales Co
Strasburg 252
Bob Hawkins
Bos Hawkins
Standard Oil
New Jersey
Hiea
Standard Oil of
Esso
Standard Oil Company OF
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