17 Jul 1940
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1940
Page
1
An aerial battle occurred along the southeast coast of England this afternoon. German planes engaged in bombing after other aircraft were reported over the northeast and southwest coasts.
AP reports sharpened US interests amid a European lull as Japan appoints a premier pursuing foreign expansion. 3000 Japanese in Shanghai urge disarming US Marines unless apologized for July 7 gendarme incident. Berlin signals desire to keep trade lanes open while condemning Britain’s blockade. Hitler plots a last chance offer to Britain. Count Ciano to Berlin as Burma Road near closure and arms flow from Britain to China halt through Hong Kong.
In a detailed look at Charleston and Kanawha riverfront, the area is described as a highly industrialized center with a major government ordnance plant, plans for a $20 million addition, a proposed Hurri cane airport with bomb proof hangars, and two years of military highway projects. The text emphasizes chemical and munition production redefining the riverfront as a national defense corridor.
A letter from Mrs. H. M. Parks of Baguley Cheshire recounts the first air raid warning in Britain during World War II. She notes a rising spirit after Churchill's speech and a defiant “Come and get us” attitude, describing the 3:30 a.m. alarm and shelter escape near Manchester.
Berlin reports authorized sources say if Hull means to keep world trade lanes open he must condemn Britain’s blockade. German officials call the blockade a violation of freedom of the seas while noting American and British policies vary. Offensive plans against Britain near completion, with no forecast of Hitler’s next move.
Prince Fumimaro Konoye is ordered by Emperor Hirohito to head a new government. He is expected to form a cabinet quickly and pursue a foreign policy of expanded Japanese influence, aligning more with Italy and Germany and moving toward domestic controls. Yonai’s resignation followed army pressure over nationalist aims.
A letter from Arthur L Edmonds former mayor of Winchester England confirms direct information on evacuating English children to Winchester Virginia. He thanks Dr C R Anderson and local friends for generosity amid danger and anxiety. The June 28 note says facilities have been promised for about twenty children and that nine were invited initially.
The National Defense Commission reports a $40,000,000 daily pace with $1,661,891,494 in Army and Navy orders in the last forty days. President Roosevelt praised the progress as the six week effort expands material resources and industrial capacity for the peacetime defense mobilization.
Preliminary 1940 census returns for the seventh district show Stephens City with 599 residents and Middletown with 361, both down from 1930 counts. The combined loss totals 62, attributed partly to new housing on outskirts and suburb growth in larger cities.
New York July 17 H Garrison Silleck one of the executors of the Jacob Rup pert estate says the New York Yankees will be sold to a syndicate led by Postmaster General James A Farley for 4 000 000 with 1 500 000 paid in cash and the balance by mortgage but the sale will take about two months to finalize. FOR RENT Furnished bedroom privilege of kitchen Phone 649
A yard party benefit at Relief on Friday July 26 supports the Methodist Church. Organizer details indicate a community fundraising event with planned activities and refreshments. Proceeds go to church programs and maintenance.
George W. Kurtz advertises a summer sale on furniture with all gliders and related items discounted 20 percent. The notice appears in the July 13 1916 issue, page 21.
Chicago July 17 Virginia Democratic delegates planned a caucus and awaited a conference with Senator Glass arriving from Washington with his wife. The 82 year old hoped to nominate James A Farley for the Presidency while a Norfolk led boom for Glass on the first ballot appears to be collapsing. Delegates may lift the unit rule allowing individuals to vote as they choose amid anti third term sentiment. Governor Price joined Roosevelt demonstrators as Virginians largely remained seated during the tumult.
Under the committee of three vice presidents Bob Mason Earl Bailey and Randall Ridgeway the Young Democratic Club runs a membership drive in Winchester and Frederick County. Membership tickets may be obtained from any committee member or from Fred C Braithwaite president or Mrs Dorothy McCann Rice secretary treasurer. The drive aims to increase membership over last year.
Dr. Walter Hough of the Winchester Research Laboratory reported slight hail fell yesterday afternoon south of Chambersville in Frederick county. He said any damage would be very slight and no specific loss reports were available.
Play bingo tonight and every Wednesday at 8 p.m. at New Eagle's Home located at 211 N. Lou doun Street. All locals invited to join in the weekly game session.
At the Chicago Democratic convention, Roosevelt appears assured of the nomination with support from Virginia and most states in a roaring, lingering demonstration. Balloting will begin tonight with Roosevelt Garner and Farley as top contenders and Jesse Jones discussed as a potential vice president choice.
London report notes "great numbers" of Americans seeking to enlist in the Royal Air Force have been gratefully accepted. An authoritative source confirms large voluntary enlistments continuing.
Reports from the area describe a town run channel swollen after heavy rain with water nearly three quarters full. A Stephens City resident builds a home as an excavation floods into a lake and local youths sail toy boats in the water. A Staunton citizen notes four thousand dollars in meter revenue in six months. Deputy Sheriff Bob DeHaven holds a white Wyandotte hen and several stolen birds awaiting owner identification to close a related case.
The Chicago convention scene centers on how to nominate Franklin D Roosevelt with Hopkins and third term backers pressing for a roll call. Farley opposes a rush to acclamation and aims to have Roosevelt formally nominated tonight with Glass slated to nominate.
Driver Lester Forney of the Friendship Fire Company recounted a crowded trip to Baltimore in the company ambulance. Eight patients plus the driver rode after a crash on U S Route 11 north of Strasburg Sunday night. Victims included Erick Anderson and Mr and Mrs Bengt Anderson, Mr and Mrs E P Anderson and three young children with fractured ankles and a fractured jaw.
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