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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1941
Page
4
Classified fragment from the Winchester Evening Star showing post office notice details for display ads, rate cards, and delivery options. Mentions national reps and Associated Press copyright. lists subscription rates and pricing terms for mall and carrier delivery.
A devotional note asserts that Esther fulfilled her destiny through fearless faith and suggests the reader may also face a providential calling. The message cites Esther 4 14 to emphasize divine purpose.
The Richmond Times Dispatch declines to back one candidate over others and urges open competition in the August 5 gubernatorial primary. This piece argues that Colgate Garden is not unopposed and supports Page and Cary remaining in the race alongside Coleste W. Darden Jr.
The piece describes Leningrad as a vulnerable Soviet stronghold, hard to capture quickly, with heavy bombing and stiff Russian resistance. It notes its status as a Baltic seaport, industrial center, and shipbuilding heart, while discussing Hitler’s aim to destroy or seize its wealth and the Red Army’s resolve to defend it.
Officials warn private housing will be curtailed as defense needs drive 625000 new dwellings in the coming year. About 500000 private units plus 125000 built by government are planned with priority listings and contractor certification requirements.
The text notes housing construction will not be curtailed in districts with major defense industries but warns many communities will lose skilled craftsmen to defense areas as critical materials are released and projects proceed.
The Richmond News Leader mourns the death of Henry G. Shirley, longtime Virginia State Highway Commissioner. He led a vast program, modernizing highways and managing large public funds with few scandals. His legacy includes expanded roads and a lasting impact on Virginia’s civil life.
Colgate W. Darden Jr states he does not advocate immediate changes to Virginia’s poll tax laws. He favors retaining the tax as a revenue source for education while suggesting possible revisions to the absent voters law and noting federal bills to eliminate the poll tax could prompt state action.
Senator Byrd defended Virginia workers as loyal and patriotic urging the resignation of Labor Secretary Fanny Perkins. He cited Virginia’s defense effort and a single brief Radford ordnance strike, arguing radicals fail to gain footholds here and labor remains conservative and dedicated to national duty.
Franklin D Roosevelt wins renomination at the Chicago Democratic gathering for a third term. The record notes Ted Pauley, wanted for a major fraud, being held in Gain. A birth is announced for Mr and Mrs David Pugh in the hospital. Five years ago plans emerged for Jack Zimmerman to open a bowling alley in Leesburg. Government troops and airmen are deployed to quell revolts in Spanish Morocco. Emma Ginn Baker is named maid of honor for the Warren County Centennial event.
Ten years ago a pollution incident from Abram's creek wiped out over 3 half‑million fish in Elms pond south of town. W. M. Richards notes the event and credits the pollution source.
Twenty five years ago reports say main Som me front positions hold despite British and French exertions to push Germans back. Deutchland submarine heads from Baltimore with nickel and rubber cargo valued at a million dollars, crucial for the war effort. George W Sowers a retired Clarke county farmer and Confederate veteran dies at his home in town.
General Sir Henry Maitland Wilson and General Georges Catroux arrived in Beirut to install a new regime in Syria and Lebanon. They were welcomed by a Vichy delegation as possession of fortifications was handed over under Acre armistice terms. British and Free French forces advanced to the Turkish frontier.
Hugh S. Johnson voices strong opposition to one year military service limits and indefinite extensions. He argues the army cannot be kept intact as 1.5 million troops melt away, urging Congress to clearly declare national interest and avoid eroding morale and public trust. He criticizes lease lend fears and calls for a frank, honest solution.
The column critiques a one year provision during the debate and predicts the evolving issue. It asks what to do and outlines three alternatives including amending laws to allow presidential term extensions, a proposal likely to fail if introduced in Congress.
Dr. Clendening extols swallowing as a natural marvel, detailing the coordinated actions of the tongue pharynx esophagus and epiglottis in about one second. He compares digestion's precision to an engine and notes x ray studies illuminate swallowing and its disorders with reader questions answered on nosebleeds and anemia.
The speaker questions relying on voluntary consents for national service and considers congressional declaration of national peril to justify extended service. He notes lack of comprehensive polls and Marshall's reluctance, signaling grave doubts about success and potential world judgment.
A fragment asks whether Congress fears potential consequences of its actions and hints at political risk in legislative decision making. It appears as a reflective editorial line rather than a full report. The text lacks concrete events, dates, or named entities to confirm a news item.
This quiz asks seven questions covering units of measure for a cord of wood the Ten Commandments the term for lifting devices axis rotation true false Montpelier capital city euthanasia aka mercy killing the poet of Flower in the Crannied Wall and a softly tapped legally batted ball.
A brief editorial on agreement between determiners and adjectives in English, using examples like this and that to illustrate singular noun alignment. It discusses common mistakes where plural forms are used with singular modifiers and emphasizes consistency in tense and syntax.
Virginia designates ten aluminum concentration points for a statewide collection drive. Richmond Roanoke Norfolk Bristol Lynchburg Danville Suffolk Staunton Alexandria and Salem will receive scrap metal from local canvasses. Aluminum will be sold to smelters via public bids after transportation paid by volunteers. Governor Price urges Virginians to conserve gasoline and fuel oils.
Two year old Charlotte Vaughn urged her two month old puppy Perky into a rain filled wash boiler. The pup appeared lifeless until Mrs Vaughn used a first aid method on the dog by rolling him tummy down over a fruit jar to revive him.
Frederic J. Haskin director information bureau Washington D C offers reader replies for three cents enclosing reply.
Private estimates put U S unemployment between 5.41 million and 8.35 million. Civilian deaths in 1939 show autos and falls as major causes. 1941 construction poised for a record $8.8 billion. Civil War veterans average over 96 years. Vanity and linguistic notes follow.
Wise selection among inexpensive foods is urged for low income families. A booklet Diets to Fit the Family Income provides nutritionally valuable menus and weekly market orders. Send five cents plus a coupon to The Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau for a copy.
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