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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1944
Page
4
Public notice within The Evening Star recalling publication practices at Winchester Virginia office. Includes delivery delay reporting, advertising deadline 9 PM, and rate information with a date of Saturday January 29 1944. Also features a Bible verse quote.
Premier Tojo warned of a hair's breadth final victory and defeat before parliament, claiming Britain and the United States will tire first. He argues Japan can wear down opponents while US efforts limit Japanese shipping. He asserts no negotiated peace while the nation endures the war.
General Carl A. Spaatz asserts the Nazi Luftwaffe will be knocked out by next summer citing abundant Allied air equipment in England and the Mediterranean, two crews per bomber, weather-limited German bombing, rising Allied air strength, and factory destruction reducing German defense capability. He argues decimation of the Luftwaffe is plausible and likely.
The editorial argues Americans misunderstand intrigue in Russia as Hitler seeks to sow trouble among Allies. It cites Stalinist control, Russia’s isolation, and the need for patience and goodwill to counter suspicions that Hitler uses as bait.
The piece notes soldiers abroad buy war bonds totaling millions in Italy and elsewhere while urging civilians to channel idle or unnecessary dollars into war bonds. It argues funds from the home front can fuel the European invasion effort and reduce needless spending.
Maurice Grim is set to report for military duty in Danville as announced in local notices. The item notes the impending arrival of service obligations for the unnamed individual.
A decade ago a large blaze laid waste nine blocks of Carolina Beach as authorities planned rebuilding efforts. Handley cagers achieved a notable win against Martinsburg Tossers, while Valley Pike near Mount Jackson was slated for reconstruction.
Baltimore market notes cattle hogs sheep and calves with steady or varied week over week changes. Chicago totals show slaughter hogs steady and cattle mixed with124 price ranges and top quotes for choice beef and yearlings.
New York stock action shows steady starts and late gains for favorites while losses and uncertainty persist. Rails stay balanced as December earnings declines are offset by trading below revised revenue figures with notable gains for Southern Pacific and Southern Railway alongside Electric Power & Light and other issues.
Winchester Kiwanis backs an issue describing the History of Winchester. Winchester Bowlers defeat the Brunswick team. Fifteen members joined the Girls Athletic Association this week.
Public bids were opened for the Opequon School building project as officials review proposals. Nine Jolly Juveniles perform their current hit show at the Empire Theatre. Mrs. Jamima Ann Frye died at Mountain Falls after a brief illness.
Seven questions test general knowledge from geography to mythology. Items include New Ireland’s location, Arlington Cemetery’s state, crustacean versus cetacean, land versus water area, labor union affiliations, Utah grasshopper lore, Robert E. Lee’s middle name, Mercury’s mythic role, proverb completion, and John Paul Jones’s flagship.
Winchester George Bushnell and Margaret Bushnell Rose lease store room at 8 North Loudoun Street for five years to Philip Klompus. F L Harris et al to Arthur G Smith et al transfer lot 23 Block 2 Orchard Avenue in Harris East Orchard Tract for 10 dollars and valuable consideration.
Marshall High beat Berryville 16 88 in the girls contest and 27 18 in the nightcap on Marshall hardwoods. Ashby led Clarke with six points, while Ball and Nalls added six for Marshall in a game noted for crowding and a tough atmosphere. Jenkins scored 11 for Berryville before leaving briefly then returning.
U S bomber base in Italy reports a 15th Air Force major who, after a rough night and foggy landing, is fined by London police for wearing a parachute scarf. Associated Press writer Lynn Heinzerling recalls the modest journalist declining a Purple Heart and highlighting camaraderie over personal accolades.
Chicago wheat eases slightly as Defense Supplies Corp plans to import 13 million gallons of Puerto Rican molasses for industrial alcohol, potentially replacing wheat. Oats, rye, and barley show small moves while opening prices for May July and Sept contracts are listed for wheat oats and rye.
Robert Sandberg Assistant Regional Director from Area Headquarters Alexandria outlines Red Cross plans for 200 million dollars to support military service obligations and veteran claims while detailing ongoing aid for soldiers worldwide. McVicar and Miss Philomena Laren lead singing and prayers mark the meeting.
The Virginia Polytechnic Institute Dairy Husbandry Department announces three courses to address dairy industry labor needs. Laboratory Technician Course runs Feb 14 25 covering milk plants ice cream butter and condensaries. Milk Plant operation runs Feb 28 March 10. Dairy Herd Improvement Association Testers training is also offered. Open to men and women. write Blacksburg or contact the County Agent.
Britain joins the United States in embargoing petroleum shipments to Spain. Britain has little or no oil to spare for Spain, whose main source has been the western hemisphere. The U S suspension of Caribbean oil to Spain is said to be a commercial matter, not political, while tensions influence Spain policy and relations with the United States. The British press frames the move as a final showdown with Franco.
Mallory Baker a self centered rising star travels to Dallas then Monterrey aboard a plane where she meets Richard Blythe a blond businessman who pretends to play along with her fantasies. Their flirtation hides a war of egos and intentions as the trip ends with Blythe's card lost in the rush.
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