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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1939
Page
4
Fragmentary note cites Romans 2 7 immortality and eternal life in a religious exhortation about patience and perseverance. The passage references seekers of glory and honor through steadfast conduct.
Austrian Nazis seized Baron Louis Rothschild’s Vienna mansion and seized valuables valued at five million dollars in 1931. Rothschild was placed under German police care and, after his release, plans to sue the German government for recovery of part of his fortune. The piece argues the suit seems futile given non German jurisdiction and Nazi disregard.
A Chicago physiologist concludes fatigue is not the main cause of highway crashes. The report says drivers often push for short trips and exhibit impatience and lack of self control. Excitable individuals, not long-distance fatigue, are seen as the chief danger on roads.
A Boston briefing from the International Association of Clothing Designers predicts next winter's suits will be form fitting with broad shoulders and slim waists, offered in many colors including maroon and taupe. The forecast notes possible fancy waistcoats, while past predictions often faltered.
An unscheduled incident at a World’s Fair left Mr and Mrs J Cornelius Rathborne suspended 125 feet above ground. Spectators watched as a daring rescue unfolded, the ride showing potential to stay aloft for hours while entertaining crowds at dawn.
The speaker argues it is not too late for peace and urges Britain to push for Russia joining a defensive pact of peaceful powers. It calls for firm opposition to aggressors and for partnership among nations to develop world resources, urging public pressure to compel government action to end the war threat.
Eleanor, torn by Jessica's secret romance with the older Charles Kendall, debates confronting the situation with husband Phil. Dennis Pryor pressures a final meeting in New York as Eleanor plans a family dinner to address fears and loyalties before Dennis heads to Brazil.
The page presents seven quiz prompts asking for definitions and facts including palmator, Mussolini with violin or gold, number of grains in an ounce, Poland’s two main harbors, the Canadian River’s downstream, pronunciation of paradisiacal, ruler of The Netherlands, pecks in a bushel, sidereal time, and the MLB club managed by Joe Cronin.
A linguistic guide contrasts phrases, urging precision over embellishment. It presents examples replacing vague terms with clear equivalents to improve clarity and readability in writing.
J. T. Baker and Paul Haldeman are installed as elders at Opequon Presbyterian Church. The Berryville Basket factory is sold, with Raymond Grubbs remaining as manager. Mr and Mrs Raymond Fishpaw of Manassas welcome a son.
E. E. Triplett faced a life threatening scare when halted by three wild cats and a bear while searching a spring in the Rock Enon area. Mrs. McSherry Lupton hosts Shawnee Garden Club event. Opal Robinson and Mary Sullivan lead G A A dance arrangements with Soddy Haines and orchestra at Jordan Springs.
Ten years ago in Montgomery two large downtown stores collapsed killing many. John I. Brown Jr. ran a local and county horse shoe tournament. Joe Wedlock, a Black man, was fatally stabbed during a dance in Cedar Hill section of the city.
Twenty five years ago E V Weems Jr pitched for Rev W D Smiths new baseball team and beat Summit Point 9 to 6. Robert A Denny takes over Sibert and Denny jewelry firm after former owner died. Walter Brock wins the London Paris air race covering 552 miles in 3 hours and 32 minutes.
Forty years ago William H. Baker earns the nickname coming chocolate king while hosting a party. Sam Feinberg loses three fingers to Joe Wolf's dog as Leesburg socialites travel by tallyho to Jordan Springs dine at Taylor House and spend a Capon River weekend.
The text explains ocean light penetration ranges from 600 to 900 fathoms though visibility is poor beyond that depth. divers use lamps at 125 to 250 feet. It also states the Civil War saw the 15 inch Columbiad as the largest cannon, firing a 14.85 inch shell weighing about 315 pounds. only Grover Cleveland married in the White House.
Summary of historical quiz items includes Amherst vs Williams first intercollegiate game in 1859 at Pittsfield MA, 26 innings, Amherst won 73 to 32. Dead Man's Hand tied to Wild Bill Hickock’s 1876 death. Nashville named for General Francis Nash. Washington Cathedral draws about 250000 yearly visitors. Mother's Day resolution by Senator Heflin in 1914. Wendy Hiller biography. New York Pygmalion opening 1914 and 1926 casts. Thomas Marshall killed en route to his father’s deathbed. seven follies of science including circle quadrature and perpetual motion.
The Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau offers a 151 hymn collection with words and music sized 6 by 9 inches. Enclose 20 cents for a copy and mail to Washington D C with name, city, and street or rural route.
Jimmy Fidler notes Lionel Stander John Garfield and Melvyn Douglas missing a San Francisco fund drive for Harry Bridges, amid industry pressure to keep celebrities out of red hot controversies. He argues stars owe loyalty to the business, not activist causes, as Cagney and Garbo receive attention for their careers. The column also surveys other gossip, nam es and backstage moves shaping Hollywood's image in 1939.
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