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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1942
Page
4
The issue lists delivery notices and guidance for readers on reporting delays. It details subscription rates by mail and in advance, ad deadlines, and advertising rates, plus a Bible verse from Hebrews 12 14. The page is dated Wednesday June 3 1942 and notes national representation by DeLisser Inc. and the Associated Press.
A critical editorial argues to abolish the Work Projects Administration, urging Congress to accelerate its termination. It notes proposed and current budgets, contrasts with prior funding, and asserts WPA largely serves low-income support and political aims rather than productive employment. It calls for redirecting unemployed workers to other agencies.
The World Calendar Association argues Memorial Day should fall on the same weekday each year. It notes Saturday as a traditional shopping day hurts retail, especially for students and merchants. The group calls for holidays to be tied to a consistent day of the week.
A calendar reform group promotes the World Calendar with twelve months and equal quarters and twenty six weekdays. They claim it would simplify holidays, improve scheduling for business and education, and help people identify a date’s month and week position instantly. The effort faces challenges amid broader reform debates.
Reprinted editorial notes Virginia locations such as Monterey and Southwest Virginia where sugar maples already grow. It urges farmers to plant more to exploit a growing demand amid a sugar shortage, warning to protect wild maples while building a future maple sugar and syrup industry.
Cologne was chosen as the first target due to its status as the largest German rail communications center behind the western front with key lines linking Germany to France and running north to south.
The Exeter Academy faculty announces the abolition of fraternities before June 3, 1942 as part of democratizing student life. They argue fraternities foster exclusion and that the school’s supervision replaces private social clubs with a more inclusive social program.
Washington dispatch argues the Cologne air raid marks a turning point in World War II air power. It cites low enemy loss rates, British night fighters, and anticipated American aid to suggest a sustained strategic bombing advantage over Nazi forces. Rommel in Libya faces pressure as British airpower blocks retreat from Tobruk.
Richmond June 3 The State Population Study says sugar consumer registration under the rationing program matches its February 1 population estimates for Virginia defense regions. Dr Lorin A Thompson director of the study says Hampton Roads area population was 447 500 Arlington Alexandria Fairfax 170 092 Radford Montgomery Pulaski 65 500 and Richmond Henrico Chesterfield 274 000. Registration figures were 428 638 Hampton Roads 169 560 Northern Virginia 66 755 Radford 268 362 Richmond.
The Kharkov clash leaves analysts split. If German reports of 240000 prisoners captured hold, a major Nazi victory may presage Rostov pressure. If Soviet figures of 75000 losses and 90000 German losses are right, the Russians claim advantage. Only future fronts will reveal which is accurate.
Two light planes crashed within sight of each other near Charleston Municipal airport. Ewing Whiteman 26 of Clarksburg W V died after his plane struck a power line and burned. Paul McGuire 24 of Philadelphia was injured and treated after landing in the Kanawha river near Nitro.
Congress faces mounting opposition to a War Department measure granting the Covenmens sweeping authority to draft in the all-out defense effort. In a separate note, human bones found in a Water and Main streets theater excavation are believed to originate from Wood cemetery. Percy Randolph and the Felt ners lead preparations as the Spring race meet at Charles Town nears halfway.
The Duke of Windsors and Mrs. Simpson are in Monts France as a former king of England shouts plans. Jonas Chamberlin Ross Lillard and Herbert Manuel campaign for the Third Degree of the FFA at Blacksburg convention. Miss Evelyn Athey is elected treasurer of a Washington DAR chapter.
Rumors say Stepenhs City may reopen the defunct People Bank. The Rev. R. B. Nelson speaks at S.V.A. senior final exercises for 17 graduates.
Sheriff Pannett appeals to the Board of Supervisors for help to relieve county jail congestion. Miss Virginia Adams Nulton wife of Dean Francis of Flint Mich is linked to the Nulton family. Miss Colleen Glass Martha Stuart and Dorothy Cissen are featured piano soloists in a final recital at Fort Loudoun Seminary.
Front page recruitment plea targets Winchester and Frederick county youths for Company I. Officials forecast 99 percent draft registration among the eligible. Teresa Murphy of Wadsville will demonstrate for the Canning Club of the Chamber of Commerce.
Baltimore Sun recommends Shenandoah Valley as a top visit spot. Parade plans for the Sixth of June events are under way this week. Visitors flock to White Post to view buffalo stock at Montana Hall arriving by railroad cars.
A set of seven quiz questions asks about Donald M Nelson slogans Manuel Prado presidency an artillery wagon Madagas cars canal location North America week or gladiator artist initials RR bears or porcupines birth size leading Mexican industry and a New York radio announcer death details.
Editor warns against misplaced modifiers in phrasing. Uses example about running and a shower bath to illustrate clarity. Emphasizes placing the phrase and immediately afterwards for correct sense.
Richmond reports 4,883 motorists cited for violing Virginia's 40 mph limit in May, averaging 138 per day. Colonel M B Battle notes a slight drop in highway traffic while urging continued enforcement to honor the governor's executive order. Final week May saw 848 speeders cited during Memorial Day weekend.
The Star offers a free Washington Service Bureau to answer questions of fact or information not requiring extensive research. Send your question with name and address and a three cent stamp to 1013 Thirteenth Street Washington D C. Medical or legal advice cannot be given.
A note on serving wines in a bottle packed with crushed ice within a wine bucket enhances presentation and cooling. The method combines visual appeal with rapid temperature control for guests and keeps the wine at optimal drinking temperature.
The board, created by President Roosevelt, seeks the most effective mobilization and maximum use of national manpower in war. Paul V. McNutt leads, with members from the War Department, Navy, Agriculture, Labor, and other agencies, including W. P. B. officials and Selective Service.
The navy told Congress about nearly 100 additional fighting ships to be commissioned this year to guard shipping lanes and seaboard fronts. Rear Admiral A H Van Keuren presented the vessel construction progress in executive session to the House naval committee, with Chairman Vinson calling the committee well satisfied. The panel also approved a $1 1 billion bill for 500 000 tons of auxiliary vessels including tenders and supply ships.
Richmond June 3 State OPA headquarters said the RFC plans a government tire purchase program to ease shortages. A nationwide tire buying system will use RFC defense supplies warehouses in each county to receive tires and route them through rationing channels. Local boards will refer potential tire appraisers to RFC in Richmond for part time work at area warehouses.
St Louis opened a 14-game home stand with a 4 to 3 win over Boston as a ninth inning two run rally decided the game. Braves pitching held firm until the decisive rally in the ninth.
Dr. Schattenburg urges expectant mothers to begin dental care early in pregnancy to protect both mother and child. Adequate maternal nutrition prevents calcium drain from teeth, reduces dental sepsis, and lowers obstetrical complications tied to infections. Questions and answers discuss pain management, X rays, and risks of long-term sulfonamide use.
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