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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1944
Page
4
The Evening Star of Winchester Virginia lists editor H F Byrd Jr publisher details and post office status. It includes subscriber guidance on delivery delays and irreg u larities and notes AP and Audit Bureau affiliations along with advertisement deadlines and transient rates.
The article cites Robert Patterson noting Allied firepower four times greater than German forces across arms from small arms to heavy artillery and air power. It contrasts Nazi statements about merely not losing with Allied advantage and promises continued huge ammo and metal support to troops on continent and in the Pacific.
The article argues that Hitlerite strategy clings to captured territory with fanatical stubbornness, bringing repeated disaster. It cites Stalingrad Ukraine Crimea White Russia and note s Baltic states North Africa southern Italy and Normandy as examples of the same fatal trait.
Editorial notes the Nazi regime maintaining control in Germany despite an aborted uprising and the increasing weakening of Hitler and his inner circle. It references the assassination attempt on Hitler, while signaling growing defiance among the German people and the regrowth of opposition within the regime.
The piece argues for a joint declaration by the three powers declaring absolute unity and outlining intentions to urge German troops to revolt. It notes Soviets are already broadcasting to German armies and occupied areas, urging an end to the fighting and denouncing Nazi orders to hasten surrender.
Hugh N. Ritter, Berryville contractor and builder, elected and qualified as director of the First National Bank of Berryville. He has led local business for over 20 years, serves as church lay leader and former church board chair, and sits on the Lions Club and Chamber of Commerce boards. He succeeds the late John T. Lindsey.
Mrs. Emile Ambrose of Sunnyside reports War Department news that her husband Staff Sgt. Emile Ambrose is a German prisoner after being shot down over France on June 14. He served as a tail gunner on a Flying Fortress and previously worked for Novick Transfer. Mrs. Ambrose works for Virginia Woolen. She has five brothers in the armed forces. Also mentioned is David E. McDonald listed as lost when the USS Redwing went down off the Tunisian coast last year.
Word reached two Clarke county families that their sons were wounded in action in France and sent to hospitals in England. Staff Sgt. Fred Pierce of Berryville was awarded the Purple Heart and is improving. Sgt. Samuel H. Pearson wrote his mother that a plane ride he had long desired became a flight from France to an English hospital.
Clarke residents face a tight deadline to buy bonds as only 4.00 of the 50,000 E Bond quota remains. Bonds sold after Saturday do not count toward the quota. Through now, total sales reach 473,000 across all bond types, with the county tally at 340,000 under Bill Shackleford the Fifth War Loan Drive chairman.
The article notes Snag Sargent appointed to lead Handley as head coach while Hunter Maddox is away. Local youths head to Virginia Beach for a week of activities. The Rev Ronald Wilson speaks at Indian Hollow during dedication of four memorial windows. Mr and Mrs William Huntington host at Journey's End for daughters Joanna and Edith. Gore Woodman of America picnic expected to draw five thousand attendees.
A square dance is set for Reuss Park pavilion tonight as Austria faces unrest. The Twilight Orchestra will provide music and the Winchester Concert Band will perform a program.
J. Luther Neff of Market Street Methodist Church preached on loyalty. Maryland State Road Commission chairman urged condemnation of the Harpers Ferry toll bridge yesterday before Baltimore authorities.
Dr. R. P. Page, a Berryville leader, dies at home. In Berryville Mrs. Lillian Anderson of Santa Barbara visits Mrs. John Huyette.
L. Irvin Carper and Annie V. Hottel wed in Hagerstown. Miss Rosalie Grymes hosted a dance at Mesilla near White Post. Miss Lillian Lewis of Winchester is named sponsor for the district Confederate Veterans of Virginia at the Lynchburg annual reunion.
Mr. Rouss donates thirty thousand dollars for a new public building to be erected on Market Street. Ninety local residents travel to Harpers Ferry to join the Railroad Picnic at Island Park.
A column warns against reckless driving and rushing to pass, noting traffic crashes and hospital chaos from speeding and rule breaking. It contrasts ambitious behavior with consequences and cautions against greed and domination.
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Washington notes reveal a growing rebellion by individual business owners against new tax proposals. The piece critiques how Congress borrows ideas from labor unions and trade groups, shaping policy for political ends and fueling public anger over tax fairness.
The text argues that labor and unions push higher corporate taxes, squeezing profits and threatening capitalism after the war. It notes AFL claims profits rose more than individual incomes, aided by presenting pre tax profits, and criticizes chamber of commerce for backing similar anti tax stances. It cites businessmen at luncheon noting congressmen sent form letters.
Dr Logan Clendening explains phlebitis an infection of veins often arising after surgery childbirth bed rest or serious illness. The condition can lead to dangerous emboli and leg swelling while most cases recover though some leave lasting effects. Recognition of sepsis and early mobilization are emphasized as preventive steps.
The article discusses a proposed postwar tax plan developed by local business groups and chamber of commerce figures. It favors lowering individual rates by about 16 percent while keeping corporate taxes near 40 percent and offering a 40 percent dividend exemption. It criticizes double taxation and notes Beardsley Ruml’s views on shifting tax burdens, with debate likely to emerge rather than following wartime tax patterns.
Junior Board of Trade hosts the annual picnic at Winchester Golf Club starting at 6 pm tomorrow. Each family brings a basket lunch while the club provides soft drinks and accessories. The evening features games, swimming, and dancing in the club house.
Mary Norman, a widow who runs a decorating shop, adores her son Dr. Matthew Norman and resists change as Matthew marries Irene Murray. Irene, now office nurse, adapts to clinic life while Matthew plans expansion and recognizes future demands. The couple navigates finances and domestic balance amid Mary’s health worries and Lynn Mortimer’s steadfast care.
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