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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1944
Page
4
Washington July 28 Dewey hinted his resignation stems from a tire production crisis. He sought 6 000 manpower for the tire program but received no reply. Production lags behind a 22 million annual goal, risking shortages for civilian, bus and truck use despite increased quotas.
The Evening Star asks subscribers to report delays or irregularities in paper delivery to maintain a perfect system. Includes notice from Winchester Virginia publisher and 36.50 3.50 2.06 figures.
A July 29 1944 item features a religious quotation from Psalms emphasizing God opening the mouth to be filled, reflecting a devotional or religious insert in the newspaper. The text cites the verse I am the Lord thy God which brought thee out of the land of Egypt open thy mouth wide and I will fill it.
At a New York meeting, International Association of Clothing Designers members predict wartime wear will influence postwar menswear. The shirt-suit is debated, with executives doubting it will replace sack suits for hot weather. Designers stress demand for comfort and flattering attire.
A Latin American region shows unrest with unclear direction as nations lean toward recognizing the Argentine regime seen as pro Axis. Economic discontent grows as wartime material gains boost profits, fueling dissatisfaction with old governments and echoing revolutionary desires.
The article argues Argentina and many South American nations may drift toward dictatorship as a means to control unrest. It notes Washington’s influence in Mexico and Brazil, but warns both face wartime trade pressures and seek support from the United States to counter growing dictatorial trends.
The 116th Virginia Infantry of the National Guard fought on D Day at Normandy and helped take St Lo. General Omar Bradley praised their courage and indomitable behavior under mines and German fire, noting the regiment's many casualties. The unit drew men from Charlottesville Staunton Harrisonburg Roanoke Winchester and other Virginia towns along with national guard and Selective Service personnel. The Commonwealth takes pride in this brilliant record on the Allied front.
A family plans and packs for a careful blueberry harvest. Early starts, matching pails, and packed lunches fuel the quest for patch claims, shared meals, and the pride of gathering berries together. The experience blends preparation, camaraderie, and the joy of the harvest.
The Brimley Lions Club, seen as tough volunteers, cut two car loads of pulpwood in a National Forest in one day. An assistant U.S. Forest Ranger led the effort as part of the Victory Pulpwood Campaign to aid Uncle Sam.
Lt Jack Berry of this city has been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross by the Queen of England, the sole American in his group to be honored.
Ten years ago the Little Theatre presented Cradle Snatchers to a highly praise audience. Step hens City figures Cadwallader Grim Marvin and Hammock return from a fishing trip. Park team loses to Rockville A C and beats Woodpoint W Va over the weekend.
A Southern Methodist bishop will preach at Braddock Street Methodist Church tonight. Cedar rust is less prevalent here this year due to drought. A barn on Charles Carver’s Clarke county farm burned at night after threshing.
Forties era item notes Capt. Phil E. M Walker of the 12th Infantry is expected on leave. John T. Sloats assistant teller at Shenandoah National Bank begins building a house on Braddock Heights. Berryville Fire Company holds a lawn party on Court House lawn tonight and tomorrow. Forty five years ago yard parties canceled by rain while the section needed rain. Miss Ola Jackson visits Clarke County briefly.
The piece recalls the World War I Victoria Cross awarded to a British lieutenant and his sergeant for holding off thousands of Germans. It links military courage with faith, quoting the plea The Lord of Hosts is with us and noting divine intervention in history.
In Charlotte on July 29 Patrolman W T Bryant found a heavy bag atop a mail box. A local firm employee, en route to a night depository, forgot the bag full of ten thousand nine hundred ninety two dollars. The discovery occurred at the intersection of the citys two main streets.
The report lists strategic front-line distances: Russian Front 337 miles from Kolbiel, Normandy Front 630 miles from Troarn, and Italian Front 605 miles from Senigallia.
The writer endorses Dr Herman Bundesen’s Baby Manual published by Simon and Schuster and notes its comprehensive visuals and up to date guidance. It covers prenatal care, newborn care, bottle feeding, infant disorders, premature baby needs, and month by month development through age two with detailed topics and illustrations.
A reader quiz lists questions on 1930s topics. It asks who presided at the Republican National Convention in Chicago this year, to correct a sentence, who led France in World War I, whether election day is in November, Erie Canal links, a percussion instrument named after a cooking utensil, city near National Airport, command of the Soviet 1st Baltic Army, Cherbourg versus Dunkirk proximity, and which planet is largest among Mercury Venus Earth Mars.
Star Force reports provide updates on Boyce and Clarke County events and conditions. Details cover local incidents, weather notes, and regional developments affecting residents and officials.
Washington reports the five cent cup of coffee will return next Monday as per Office of Price Administration rules. Restaurants that charged more than a nickel in October 1942 may continue. later hikes to six or seven cents are banned. The regulation extends the restaurant price freeze nationwide.
Washington July 29 Consumers may receive sugar replacements for lost damaged destroyed or stolen sugar under Price and Ration Board certificates. The Office of Price Administration announces the action effective August 2 expanding existing regs on meats cheeses butter and processed foods.
A 3 000 ton mile and one half long marine chain is being built by the Dravo Corporation to pull ships into dry docks at the Portland Navy Yard. Half the chain with 53 foot links is manufactured in Wilmington and the other half at the Naville Isiana plant in Pittsburgh.
In a midsummer party scene Mary Norman and Lynn Mortimer note Irene expects a baby while Irene fears work pressure. Matthew worries over his wife Irene asking for rest as Nellie helps tidy up and Matthew clashes with marital duty and hospital life amid a bustling, emotional eve.
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