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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1943
Page
4
The Evening Star lists delivery notices and reader guidance plus subscription rates. It marks editor H F Byrd Jr and national reps DeLisser Inc, and shows annual, semiannual, quarterly, and monthly prices, including carrier and out of zone surcharges.
A note of scripture dated Saturday July 17 1943 cites Acts 16 4 describing how apostles and elders delivered decrees for the faithful to observe in the early church.
In reflecting on Allied moves in the Mediterranean, Churchill calls it the end of the beginning while Roosevelt calls it the beginning of the end. The Sicily invasion marks a shift from preparation to an offensive against Hitler’s fortress, with Italy’s morale and Axis resilience noted as crucial factors.
The text argues the Al Med invasion tests Italian resolve, with Mealian troops rallying to defend homeland. Allied Sicily victory may empower internal opposition and open the Adriatic to the United Nations, making Greece or southern France operations feasible and signaling the beginning of the end for Mussolini.
The editor declines a contribution to the Committee for Constitutional Government Inc, arguing war bonds better secure constitutional government than funding any committee. The piece reflects wartime civic duty emphasis and skepticism toward political appeals.
The Roosevelt administration faces criticism over 1944 production targets as Marvin Jones calls for 16 million extra acres and Herbert Hoover had argued 47 million more. The piece urges greater global food mobilization, improved planning, and leadership to feed both domestic needs and war fronts.
The Fredericksburg Free Lance Star notes the July 22 visit of a mobile Red Cross blood unit as national demand rises. Army medical authorities report depleted plasma reserves from North Africa and Sicily campaigns. Dried plasma is vital after sulfa drugs, saving many lives. locals are urged to donate blood to support wounded servicemen.
Hedging pressure on wheat eased for a steady start. Oats held firm and rye rose slightly on short covering. Wheat Sept 1.44 1/4 to 3/8 Dec 1.45 3/4 May 1.47 1/4 to 1/8. Oats Sept 68 1/4 to 3/8 Dec 68 3/8 to 1/2. Rye July 1.07 Sept 1.06 7/8 to 1.07 Dec 1.08 1/2 to 3/8 May 1.11 1/4 to 1/2.
The article states an estimate of 100 new tuberculosis cases annually in Winchester. It notes a study by the president on inflation and wage controls and mentions a rising temperature with the day’s hottest spell expected around 3 PM.
Corrigan intended a New York to California flight and instead lands in Dublin Ireland. The incident is reported as a notable aviation misdirection with Corrigan continuing flight plans after landing.
Dr. Frank Baetjer a Winchester native and pioneer in American X ray studies will be buried tomorrow in Baltimore. A baby show opens with 62 entrants and a Tom Thumb wedding takes place at First Baptist Church.
Twenty years ago the City Council held lengthy discussions on improving the water supply while John Robinson Circus visits the town. A fire broke out in the rear of the Empire Theater, drawing fire crews and attention.
Twenty five years ago eighty drafted men left Winchester and Frederick County for Fort Humphreys. Dogs in crates prepared for the Bureau of Mines experiments escape during the night. Germans are repelled by American and French forces in a Chateau Thierry sector.
Forty years ago Lee Whitacre son of George Whitacre of Whitacre was dragged under a runaway team but survived without serious injury in a dramatic street incident witnessed by locals.
Forty five years ago Constable J Robert Brown reports two colored boys arrested for shooting craps. A pleasant social gathers at Miss Beulah Balthis home in Strasburg honoring cousins Miss Grace and Blanche Forney and uncle Thos Woodward of Denver Colorado.
A reader quiz includes seven questions on legislative riders World War I Food Administrator state capitals birds and presidents. It asks to name who held the wartime post and identify presidents whose native state is Massachusetts.
An advertising notice urges readers to rely on a local star or trusted agency for impactful campaigns. It emphasizes source credibility and direct outreach as the key to effective results.
Industrial workers' nutrition affects wartime effort. Candy and soft drinks have limited value. home or local lunches provide most meals. A balanced lunch should include milk, a fruit or vegetable, and a main dish. Cafeteria daily specials may be nutritious but cooking losses reduce vitamins.
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