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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1934
Page
4
The text lists newspaper advertising rates and submission deadlines for classified and display ads, followed by a religious Bible verse. It mentions multiple sister papers and Associated Press credit and includes a cryptic line about Lord and devotion from 2 Chronicles 15:2.
The article argues that a brewing revolt in Germany, sparked by criticism of Hitler and Papen, signals a government in trouble. It notes the execution of stormtroop leaders and military oversight, while warning censored news and shifting radical support may prevent long term stability. The piece doubts the regime can survive rising unrest and economic collapse.
The Leesburg Times Mirror praises Senators Glass and Byrd of Virginia for questioning President Roosevelt’s policies and Tugwell’s appointment. It argues strength in dissent within the Senate and supports Roosevelt’s broader agenda, noting the need for cautious reform and public acceptance.
Experiments show ordinary calcium arsenate used for boll weevils in cotton is equally effective against potato bugs. The note lists questions and answers on related agricultural and political topics including Governor Calvin Coolidge’s rise after the 1919 Boston police strike.
Mr Robertson told a Richmond audience that Congress aims to break wealthy influence by passing emergency inflation measures and that the President, though seen as radical, remains responsible and cautious. He claimed the administration shifts favors between rich and poor and that drastic methods have not altered the core structure of power.
The Roanoke river, a treacherous and shallow stream, has claimed two young lives in a single week as eight and nine year olds drowned after entering the waters. The piece urges caution and promotes swimming education to prevent further tragedies.
Ed ward W Browning of New York known as Daddy Browning suffers paralysis while his public life contrasts with a troubled home. He built a real estate fortune and fostered Dorothy Sunshine after marrying Peaches Browning. their marriage ended without a decree or settlement in divorce court. The piece notes media attention and broader doubts about matrimony and gambling in society.
One year ago Governor Pollard planned a special session to tackle beer laws. Candidates rush to file for a House of Delegates special election after the death of Joseph S. Denny of White Post. A tortoise defeats an erratic hare in a Baltimore race. John Factor is abducted from a car. Lee Turner, ex-convict, held in Chicago over the Lindbergh kidnapping.
Henry Ford announces preference for employees aged 35 to 60. Plans for the annual Fishers Hill picnic are announced. A past taxicab crash in New York City is noted, and farmers reportedly sell wheat at a loss to 99 cents per bushel from production cost.
A Ku Klux Klan ceremony at Strasburg drew a large crowd as onlookers watched the event. Separately a New York to San Francisco air mail service began operations, marking a new mail route.
Twenty five years ago the Shenandoah Valley Association of fruit growers organized. Paul Sanford, eight, breaks both wrists falling from a cherry tree and laments losing a bucket of cherries. J. E. Cooper of Winchester and L. A. Adams of Stephens City attend the eighteenth annual event.
The column presents trivia on Poe onomatopoeia. asks for W I Gilbert’s bishop of Rum-t-too, Falstaff works by Shakespeare, and a note on selection with Words of Wisdom. It also includes a Sunday horoscope and reader answers about intended traits. The items reference Edgar Allan Poe, William Shakespeare, and Bismarck.
Miss Edith H. Miller and Jacob LaPollette of Capon Springs W Va are married in Hagerstown Md after an all night ride. They rouse the Hagerstown minister at early dawn.
It is estimated there are about 200 distinct kinds of fancy pigeons, reflecting a wide range of feather patterns, sizes and colorations seen in showing circles and domestic aviaries.
Joan Dudley, vacationing with wealthy aunt Adelaide Delafield, near Granitehead, faces a strained engagement to Drew Hallam while a friendship with Giles Armiger and attention from Drew’s past sweetheart Rose Carter fuel jealousy. A rainstorm, a sprained ankle, and family pressure push the triangle toward a breaking point as secrets loom.
Precipitation in the past 24 hours ended 8 a.m. shows none. July to date shows none. Year to date 12.28 inches. Twenty one year average totals 34.71 inches. Monthly averages listed: January 2.41, February 1.97, March 2.82, April 3.21, May 3.94, June 3.65, July 3.41, August 3.29, September 7.34, October 3.00, November 2.33, December 2.34.
Mr and Mrs Jacob Childs and two sons visited Grimes nearby Berrysville while Mrs William Crim had her house painted. Irvin Kerns and family visited Isaac Kerns, and Joseph L Jolliffe from Clear Brook cashed on Grimes. Cherry season near end with good crop and prices.
Refuse mentions Rev Dr Locke presiding elder of Winchester district preached at Refuge Church on Sunday at 3. Large attendance reported with many from the area. Children attended a service at Ridings Chapel Sunday night and enjoyed a fine treat. Mrs Phil Bowman and her two sons visited her parents last Thursday. Mrs Elizabeth Ritenour injured falling at home and is recovering at her daughter Mrs Ben Derflinger's Canterbury home. Miss Gladys Orndoff and Miss Frances Lillard attend Bible school in Front Royal. Mr and Mrs Henry Crouse welcomed a newborn son. Ross Lillard returns from Blacksburg after a good visit.
The county clerk records show several land transfers. D. S. Messick et al to L. R. Dettra for 28 acres near Stephens City. L. R. Dettra et al to Boyd P. Ott for 28 acres. John Rosenberger et ux to Mary A. Lupton for 1 acre with an apple orchard. Marion P. Mitchell et ux to Alonzo G. Davison et ux for a lot along North Frederick Pike. nominal consideration for some, and rights of way acquired by the Commonwealth of Virginia to widen Route 600 off US 50 toward Mountain Falls. Blanche V Wotring and others and Delmar McIlwee et al named. Herbert S. Larrick to M. C. Garvin for an improved Gore lot for $120.
By virtue of an execution in my hands H W Ebert and G M A C versus Basil A Ryan will sell one 1933 Ford V-8 sedan at 10 o'clock Saturday July 7 1984 at the County Court House in Winchester Virginia. Harry McCann Sheriff. 6 23 25 29 July 2 3 5 6 Tt
Advertises MEL LO-GLO powder as a French processed face powder that smooths complexions, lasts longer, hides pores, and feels natural. Priced at 50c and $1.00, Baker's Drug Store carries the product.
Several banks announce closure on the legal holiday July 4 1934. Cashier notices state maturing papers on that date will be paid on Thursday July 5 1934 and list bank names and officers including John Sloat Geo B Bushnell and Harold G Brown. Shenandoah Valley National Bank also referenced.
A deed of trust sale by Harry R. Kern, trustee, on July 18 1934 at 11 a.m. in Winchester Virginia offers 117 acres with 3 roads and 35 poles in Gainesboro District. Terms require one third cash and two equal payments over two years at 6 percent interest, secured by deed of trust and building insurance. notice by Dunn and Duvall Auctioneers.
Local ad notes beer to take out priced at 2.25 to 3.00 per case. Keffers contact number 484 and address 236 E Piccadilly St. Listing code A6-14-122.
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