Classified Rates And Notice Of Associated Press Policy
The Winchester Evening Star lists insertion charges per word with a minimum 25 cents and a 9 PM deadline for next day copies. It notes transient rates of 45 cents per inch and identifies DeLisser Boyd Inc as national representatives with offices in multiple cities.
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Canon
National Representatives
DeLisser-Boyd, Inc
New York
Richmond
Chicago
Pittsburgh
Philadelphia
Rochester
Atlanta
San Francisco
Msi One Year and Six Months Offer Details
An unclear passage outlines options labeled one year and six months with references to advances and offers. It mentions amounts or values in a fragmented form and lacks complete context or identifiable entities for precise summarization.
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Msi
Redeemer Faith Across Centuries in Open Record
Fragmentary historic note reflects on faith and redemption with biblical references. The text invokes the idea that a redeemer remains alive and present across vast ages, contrasting past assurance with present doubt. Names and dates are unclear, but the tone emphasizes enduring belief.
Literary Note Minery and the Times Editorial Slip
A critique of a New York Times Topics column cites a miswritten line about household furniture and the size of American families. The piece argues haste causes errors in journalism and laments editors rushing to publish before the ninth hour.
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New York Times
Homer
The
Times
August Arrives as Summer Loiters Toward Autumn
The piece views August as a transitional month marking the shift from peak heat to cooler days. It notes ripening apples, fledglings into flight, crops harvest, and hay scented rural roads as signs of nature moving toward autumn.
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Hemisphere
Lew Fields Dies at 74 Ends Weber and Fields Era
Lew Fields death ends the famous Weber and Fields duo once a Broadway favorite. Born in 1867 the pair rose from Bowery childhood to music hall fame shaping American stage comedy. Despite separations their friendship endured during Hollywood years and radio recollections.
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Weber and Fields
Lew Fields
Bowery
Weber Fields
Weber
Fields
Hollywood
Joe Weber
Reprinted Mussolini Editorial on Italy’s Shift to the Entente
A 1915 Mussolini quotation reprinted in Countercurrent argues Italy has regained independence after ending a doomed alliance. Italy moves westward to join the Entente Cordiale and fights alongside France Belgium Serbia England and Russia to complete a ring around hostile empires.
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Benito Mussolini
Boston
Italy
Germany
Austria
Effect of Pre-marital Examinations on Syphilis in 13 States
The Newport News Times-Herald reports results from 13 states where 677,832 marriage license applicants were tested for syphilis. Only 1.3 percent were infected, per the American Social Hygiene Association. Dr. Walter Clarke says pre-marital and pre-datal testing laws protect homes from social disease and reduce infections.
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Newport News Times-Herald
American Social Hygiene Association
Walter Clarke
Army IQ tests show higher measured intelligence in modern draftees
Analysis argues that improved testing methods over the last two decades may inflate measured IQ. About 130000 trainees show 47.13 percent above normal, vs 31 percent of civilians, but past war results were hampered by test methods. If tests were matched, differences might lessen.
Confusion Over Auto Industry Taxes and Defense Plans
Clifton Forge Review notes government departments clash over auto industry roles in defense. It recalls a 50 percent gasoline tax hike and discusses a proposed 65 percent rise, gasless Sundays, and a tax on new and used car sales as a deterrent, questioning revenue and policy logic.
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Ickes
Heatwaves Hit Winchester and Frederick as July Sizzles
Citizens endure three days of sweltering heat with readings in the high nineties. The pool at the Galf Club serves as a cooling oasis. German naval actions aim to disrupt British shipping by targeting the English Channel.
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Galf Club
Winchester
Frederick
Eng
Death of Winchester businessman J. P. Haddox
J P Haddox a long time Winchester merchant dies of a stroke at his home on North Braddock Street. The item notes his prominence in the local business community and his passing.
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J. P. Haddox
Winchester
North Braddock Street
Spain
American Olympic Committee
Eleanor Holm
U. S
Germany
Police Chief Removed in Alexandria on Market Raid Charge
The Alexandria Chief of Police is removed from office and placed under bond awaiting a hearing on charges of raiding the city market refrigerator. Two oil paintings from Winchester England depict the festival coronation scene sent to the town and to Patricia Morton, queen of this year’s celebration. Dr. B. M. Knight Jr. undergoes an operation for appendicitis.
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Alexandria
Winchester
Eng
Patricia Morton
B. M. Knight, Jr
Increase in infantile paralysis cases alarms locals
Local doctors report a rise in infantile paralysis cases stirring concern in the community. Arthur N. Ritter and Harry Rainsberger are named captain and trainer of the Friendship Fire Carel team.
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Atck
Arthur N. Ritter
Harry Rainsberger
Cay
Friendship Fire Careel
Fisherman Pastor Gains Local Reputation in Grace Lutheran Parish
The Rev. W. L. Seabrook, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, is noted for his fishing hobby and local renown. Postal authorities rule no carrier on the new rural free delivery system may act as an agent for any store or company in the county. B. N. Lockhart is named superintendent of the Northwestern Turnpike by the directors.
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W. L. Seabrook
Grace Lutheran Church
B. N. Lockhart
Northwestern Turnpike
Bogus ten dollar bill in circulation alert issued
Richmond and Charlottesville merchants are warned to watch for counterfeit ten dollar notes after two bogus bills were found locally and a third in Charlottesville. Secret Service agent Harry C. Shepherd disclosed one note allegedly from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and two from the Fed Chicago.
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Richmond
Charlottesville
Harry C. Shepherd
Secret Service
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Johnson Discusses National Guard Extensions and Emergency Declarations
Hugh S. Johnson weighs legal requirements for extending National Guard, reservists, and drafted men in service beyond fixed terms. He notes three key statutes demand a congressional declaration that the national interest is imperilled to justify extended service, discussing potential war powers and the meaning of emergency in this context.
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New York
Congress
Iceland
National Emergency and the Narrow Definition
National Emergency discussion traces eight years of usage to justify broad policy actions. The term shifts from unemployment to price concerns and may authorize significant transfer of resources or power by government actions.
How To Treat Victim of Dog Bites
Dr. Clendening discusses rabies risk and vaccination, noting that tying and observing a potentially mad dog is best, and vaccine plans should be considered despite costs. He explains saliva transmission rules, vaccine benefits, and that rabies spreads via broken skin and is not highly contagious to humans.
Three Weeks Trial inition and Constipation
Fragmentary OCR item mentions trial, infant care, and hair care products title fragments. Likely a local notice or advertisement noting remedies or medical guidance. Readable entities include infant care and grooming themes.
Safeguard Armies and the Call for Precise Service Statutes
The text urges Congress to safeguard half-formed armies by acting within service statutes and clarifying that national interests are imperial, not expanding executive powers. It proposes bonuses for soldiers whose terms extend by choice or by congressional action.
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Congress
Early error in military service policy during Civil War era
The excerpt critiques relying on monetary incentives for military service, arguing payments create unequal obligations and resentment. It insists defense cannot depend on mercenary hires and must rely on voluntary enlistment and patriotism rather than financial rewards.
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United States
Star Quiz Answers on Page Two
Puzzle page notes seven questions with answers to follow on page 2. Questions cover George Washington’s mother, Aesop, Corot, cold water freezing, Mesquite, walk and pompous gait, Horace Greeley, counterpoint, Black Hills location, and Russia’s WWI alliance.
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Geo. Washington
Aesop
Corot
Horace Greenley
Black Hills
Russia
Grammatical Note on Pronouns After Prepositions
A linguistic observation discusses how pronouns after prepositions can be the subject of an understood clause, as in She was more frightened that he was frightened. This example highlights object versus subject case in English syntax.
Virginia organizes 904 observation posts for aircraft warning
Captain W. Glenn Elliott, head of the Virginia Aircraft Warning Service, reports 904 observation posts and 14,464 observers organized in Virginia with centers at Norfolk and filter stations at Richmond and Roanoke. Total posts aimed at 1,139 with about 18,000 observers, but 30 canceled for facilities or sparse populations. Virginia ranks second among 13 eastern states in preparedness behind Delaware.
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Richmond
W. Glenn Elliott
Virginia Aircraft Warning Service
National Civil Defense
LaGuardia
Norfolk
Roanoke
Additi
Virginia
J. C. McDonnell
First Air Force
Mitchel Field
Seaboard
Delaware
New York
Duck on docket as city considers rescue bill
Seattle July 25 A stenographer Gladys Castle was told to move Oscar her pet duck or move. She turned Oscar over to Woodland Park but now seeks the return unless the city passes a duck bill. Lawmakers say Oscar is in the city budget and cannot be retrieved without council action.
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Seattle
Gladys Castle
Oscar
Woodland Park
Gladys
Miss Castle
Answers To Questions By Frederic J. Haskin
A reader can obtain factual answers by writing to the Winchester Evening Star Informabureau Frederic J Haskin director Washington PD C Please enclose three cents for reply.
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Frederic J. H
Washington, PD
The
Winchester Evening Star
Frederic J. Haskin
Washington, D. C
Knowledge Corner Quiz Answers On History And Facts
A compilation of quick factual Q and A covers topics from cigarette heat to De Gaulle height and Sousa's ancestry. It includes origins of table d hôte versus a la carte, the copperhead nickname, Washington’s Fleet, and the debatable nature of adjourn motions.
Redress the Home With Attractive Slip Covers
Prolong furniture life with slip covers for chairs and davenports. Cheap covers protect worn areas and stretch family budgets during lean times. The government booklet Slip Covers for Furniture offers simple instructions and material tips. Send ten cents postpaid to the Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau for a copy.
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