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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1938
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star advertises daily publication with rates for 8 issues a year at 8 dollars in advance, four and a half dollars for six months, one dollar twenty for three months, forty cents for one month, and ten cents for weekly issues.
A religious exhortation quotes Philippians urging believers to stand fast in one spirit and strive together for the faith of the gospel, encouraging bold rather than fearful conduct.
The Norfolk Virginian Pilot notes criticism of the choice amid district loyalties. It points out Senators Glass and Byrd endorsed Frank Tavenner Jr. and Judge Buchanan, with Tavenner based in Woodstock, Seventh District, and Buchanan in Ninth.
Henry Taylor reports farmers cut cowpeas by 15 percent and expanded soybeans by 20 percent due to higher cowpea prices. Current prices show cowpeas at about 2.50 per bushel vs soybeans at 1.60, with soybeans cheaper yet still valued as soil improver.
Dr. Hugo Eckener, in a centenary address for Count von Zeppelin, urged that the United States may eventually permit helium sales to Germany despite Ickes earlier refusal. He cited political factors in election years and suggested Roosevelt could influence a favorable outcome. The Petersburg Progress-Index commented on US election year peculiarity.
The President is right that public officials and bondholders should pay income taxes and that government costs strain taxpayers. The argument notes taxation as a shared civic duty amid fiscal pressures and broader public policy debates.
The Fredericksburg Free Lance Star notes a sudden shift from pessimism to optimism about the economy driven by a rising stock market. It cites a Federal Reserve loan increase, higher auto production, a modest price index rise, and improving rail traffic as signs of a potential sustained recovery, while stressing that true prosperity should emerge from the economy itself.
Howard J Wisehaupt outlines nine rules for increasing earning capacity in Fredericksburg lectures. The list covers hard work planning budgeting debt repayment saving study and honest conduct with social ties and a new attitude upon entering the office. The piece reflects on old fashioned virtues as timeless principles.
Heavy rain drenched Loudoun causing street flooding with others areas in town also submerged. Senator Joe Robinson, Democratic Senate leader, died of a heart attack on his bathroom floor. In Strasburg Virginia, Miss Robbie Wood wed Mr Kent Miller on July 3. Engagement announced for Miss Jessie Hillyard to Mr William Glaize.
Eleanor Holm a 19 year old swimming star announces engagement to Art Jarrett radio and stage crooner Gen William Mitchell praises George C Peery Democratic governor candidate at city hall meeting John S Sloat named to bank district board to plan insurance legislation Katherine C Kain and Boyd Hinton marry on same notice
The R. Y. Conrad Post American Legion earns a coveted national citation. Eastern Silica and Chemical Co purchases valuable sand mines in the western county. Two Virginia National Guard companies depart by train for a 15 day annual encampment at Virginia Beach. U S Geological Survey reports manganese ore abundance in the Cedar Creek region.
Twenty five years ago Harry C. Stuart of Ruseill county was declared the Democratic candidate for governor with no opposition. Dr. and Mrs. Randolph T. Shields return to Winchester after eight years as medical missionaries in China. Samples from Rouss Spring show limestone water remains pure. A new bridge was planned across the town run on East Cork Street near the Hollis coal yard.
Forty years ago the barn for F A Gratchen at Grimes Virginia is completed by William Marple and assistants. Spanish troops seek permission to take their arms when deported from Cuba after capture at Santiago. The Fish Protective Society has 38 members and plans restocking local streams. A gramophone enhances Epworth League meeting at Brad dock Street Church.
A stream of Q and A entries covers Allied Youth Inc alcohol education aims, a 1938 railway employment figure, Juan Fernandez memorial plaque for Selkirk, praise of Oliver Wendell Holmes, Madame Butterfly in Japan, a Southern Senator shooting incident, umpire training at Teachers College, Casabianca poem origins, hypnotism history, New York pre marital blood test law, and chocolate bloom causes. Notable names include Sir Robert Peel lineage, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Casabianca, and H. M. Topaze.
Leon Henderson reflects on how writers and publicists shape perceptions of the New Deal and his own role. He recalls critics misreading him, defends consumer spending as a better business indicator, and outlines basic assumptions behind the American system and free market ideals. He predicts being labeled a radical planner despite his views.
Henry Clay Smith of Boyce Virginia writes to The Star Forum recounting a 1918 Virginia Medical monthly warning by Dr Herman Bundesenen and associates about analgesic drugs in childbirth. He argues women should endure normal labor and physicians should avoid meddlesome midwifery, defending common sense obstetrics.
Hollywood star Ellen Dale decides to purchase the Durango ranch in Durango Canyon near Nogales, Arizona, managed by Bill Baron who moves Mexican families into the new estate. Ellen’s visit sparks town and press attention as she seeks to become a neighbor rather than a film queen.
An essay likens gold to a fragile prop of money and argues that modern finance is regulated by monetary authorities rather than gold reserves. It suggests a Twain esque parable where gold and credit are interchangeable in sustaining economic life.
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