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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1929
Page
4
The Evening Star of Winchester Virginia notes its post office entry as second class, daily except Sunday publication, and consolidation with several papers. It lists subscription rates by mail and carrier, with annual, semiannual, quarterly, and monthly terms and a regional pricing structure.
A fragmentary prayerful passage cites Matthew 6 verses on worry and clothing, asking about adding a cubit of stature and noting nature’s care. It references Solomons and God as keeper of Israel, with a brief prayer about divine slumber and protection.
The article argues that foreign protests against proposed tariff hikes fuel concerns over harming international relations and U S foreign trade. It notes Britain and Canada as key critics, warns of possible tariff wars, and stresses the apple industry and other sectors would suffer if imports are restricted.
Dr Pollard argues a large treasury surplus invites extravagance and pledges to push tax reductions as far as public welfare allows. He declines to fix a specific path, noting uncertainty until 1932, and stresses the need for good roads over immediate tax cuts for farmers on dirt roads.
Charlottesville election notes describe John Garland Pollard’s clear practical stance on lowering taxes and building better roads. The speech resonates beyond counties, urging broad support for his governor bid as readers weigh the entire platform and its relevance to rural Virginia.
Dr. Arthur D. Little of Cambridge argues before the Society of Chemical Industry in Manchester that machines create leisure and schools must teach us how to use it. He warns U S education is moving toward more leisure with less guidance on its use, urging a balance of material prosperity and spiritual progress.
A reflective note warns that soon disquiet and trouble will fade from view, with upheavals and unhappiness cited as driving forces behind many current problems facing the nation.
The New York Times notes farmers face dry heat as crops wither and nurseries report losses from transplanted trees. It downplays St Swithin's Day superstition while urging rain-makers to deliver a long soaking rain to prevent a desert-like countryside.
Twenty one Asheville citizens are cited for failing to return library books. North Carolina has a forty year old law making this a misdemeanor with a $25 fine or 30 days in jail. The note opposes more laws but urges careful consideration by legislators.
Herbert F. Perkins, former vice president, has been named president of International Harvester to succeed Alexander Seage, chairman of the farm board.
A writer suggests enforcing fines or imprisonment for failure to return borrowed books from a private library. The proposal notes needing to double Virginia jail facilities, arguing the measure would make justice more evenly dispensed across the state.
A San Francisco bulletin notes remarks from the National Education Association in Atlanta stressing that a teacher's life must show education does enough. It cites the American Federation of Teachers Chicago meeting promoting personal liberty, higher wages and life restrictions for teachers as needed to attract teaching as a life career. The piece also points to curfews in North Carolina, floor-length smocks in some cities, and small salary margins in San Francisco reducing teaching appeal.
Democrats who expect to be out of their city or county on the day of the nominating primary may vote by mail if they file a legal application with their registrar at least five days before the August 6 primary. Election laws grant this right to those away from home on election day.
The Norfolk Ledger-Despatch reports veteran horseman and track official "Uncle Tom" Cannon is in the city for a visit. He recalls starting and owning a stake in Rockville Maryland and plans to meet old friends while staying in Norfolk, noting he does not look any older than at his last Norfolk Fair half mile track race.
Dallas News reports relief measures already include the creation of eight new federal positions.
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