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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1935
Page
4
Classified advertising lists a 2 cents per word rate with a 25 cent minimum and cash with copy. Mention of rial stanza memo pricing, cards of thanks at 75 cents, and display ad rules with a 10 A M deadline. National reps named for Devine Tenney in multiple cities.
The text appears to be a rights and credit disclaimer from The Associated Press stating exclusive use of news dispatches and local news. No event or person is described.
A compact religious snippet echoes a phrase All-All for Christ with a brief Bible verse Psalm 68 19 praising the Lord who daily bears burdens and declares God our salvation. The fragmentary text suggests a devotional or hymn-like rhythm referenced alongside a Psalm quotation.
The piece argues the Normandie and Queen Mary race for speed at immense cost. It notes France’s $53 million liner aims to outpace German rivals while Britain and French taxpayers bear heavy subsidies. It warns of fiscal risk amid a fragile franc and budget pressures.
Roanoke Times reports Senator Byrd defends his voting record against Labor convention criticisms. He notes the paradox of being condemned for not supporting labor while also being denounced for not cooperating with the Administration. He asserts political bias and pledges self respect while explaining his votes in detail.
A noted American writer and actor, famed for Home Sweet Home, is discussed in a passage that nods to his influence on national thought. The text argues that Virginians should back his call for Americans to view the country as a whole rather than segment interests.
The Philadelphia Inquirer reports Army officers note a 18 cent daily rise in rations since a 5 cent increase earlier. They question Congress's ability to shield taxpayers while ensuring Soldiers and CCC workers get fed.
The Senate adds its first new standing committee in years named the committee on air commerce and civil aviation. Joint sponsors Adams Colorado Byrd Virginia and Dickinson Iowa urge special focus on aviation legislation as aviation grows in importance and potential.
Judge W. G. Olmstead is injured when his car overturns near Front Royal while heading to court. Mrs. Katherine Buck 81, mother of Mrs. Hubert Sydenstricker, dies at her Front Royal home. Boyd R. Ott of Philadelphia plans a silver fox ranch near Stephens City. S. V. A. Cadets attend a Rotary Club luncheon.
The report notes work on the Heinz plant in the area will commence shortly. Carter Hall grove is described as a social hub in Virginia near the Blue Ridge Hunt meet, while local council elections are set for Tuesday June 3. Judge John Fishburne will deliver the Memorial address on June 6. Alexandria defeats Winchester in the Bi-State Golf Meet.
Ten years ago the President urged rigid enforcement of the law by state officers to curb gangster crime careers. A department play opens the finals at Fort Loudoun Seminary. Liquor interests forecast business losses as vacationists cross borders to dodge Volstead Act. Vanderbilt faces agents who search his baggage amid rum running suspicions. Coolidge sends a wreath to Wilson's tomb.
Sandstone curbing on Lincoln main street bears the imprint of a prehistoric monster likely 225 million years old. The find highlights ancient life in Nebraska and draws interest from local historians and geologists.
Lieutenant Valentine Preston wed Lia Garenne in Shanghai then returns to the Puget Sound Navy Yard. Lia’s mood shifts from joy to melancholy as the couple adjusts to life in Seattle, amid friends Brad Norris and Sue, and a looming unsure future aboard a naval post.
The Federal Housing Administration in Richmond partners with Virginia Polytechnic Institute to sponsor a county and state level letter contest for Virginia farmers and farm homemakers. Open letters between 500 and 1000 words address farm housing needs and updates under the National Housing Act. County contests conclude July 1 with judging by July 10 and state finals by July 20.
The notice outlines deadlines for county and state letter contest entries with dates in July 1935, judging by a two or three person committee, and winners announced. It lists prize tiers from first to tenth, state finalists deadlines, and the committee composition from VPI Extension Service, building trades, women’s clubs, and farm organizations. Also promotes vaudeville and films at the Palace including Frankenstein.
Present and past rainfall shows none in the last 24 hours ending 8 am. June to date and year to date totals are 13.95 inches. The 22 year average is 34.61 inches with monthly averages listed for each month from January to December.
Tom Keene stars in Son of the Border at Hables Palace Theatre for today only. Western action and romance attract crowds seeking frontier drama and bold feats in an old style melodrama.
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