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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1943
Page
4
The Evening Star asks Winchester Virginia readers to report delays or irregularities in paper delivery to aid the delivery system. A historical note praises a leader who resisted Nazis and commanded Olsztyn in 1520 during a siege by the Teutonic knights, honoring his efforts to push back ignorance.
In John 16 7 Jesus declares it is best for him to depart so the Comforter Holy Spirit may come. He explains the Spirit will guide believers after his leaving and dwelling with them. The verse emphasizes the necessity of Jesus departure for subsequent divine aid.
The United States may hold only about 400 thousand tons of natural rubber by autumn, prompting reliance on synthetic production. Officials differ on readiness with Jeffers optimistic that synthetic capacity will meet annual demand of about 612 thousand tons, while concerns grow over plant capacity and possible “bugs.” Some urge revisiting Amazon rubber and guayule programs to diversify supply.
The article commemorates Nicholas Copernicus on the 400th anniversary of his death noting his heliocentric theory and its impact on views of the cosmos. It mentions his wide renown as a polymath including painter poet physician and statesman and hints at other possible claims such as authoring Gresham s law.
A reprinted editorial cites United States News estimates showing monthly aircraft output: United States 7000, Britain 4000, Russia 3000, Germany 2000, Japan 900, Italy 900. It argues higher production helps offset Axis air superiority and aids invasion plans, while stressing weapons use matters as much as quantities.
Virginia conducts speed checks with the Vscope device and signs to enforce a 35 mph wartime limit. Early tests showed 39 percent above limit, later dropping to 23 percent, while out of state drivers still exceeded 40 mph at 16 percent and 35 mph at 26 percent. The wartime limit aims to conserve materials and human life.
The Danville Register recounts the death of Dr Allan Roy DaFoe a renowned Ontario physician who delivered and cared for the Dionne Quintuplets five premature girls. He earned broad respect for his medical work and dedication to his rural patients.
The item argues that ads should drive results. It promotes direct contact with readers through a Star publication approach. The message emphasizes measurable outcomes over fancy formats and urges advertisers to focus on response and engagement.
Jean and Steve clash over moving plans as Curley returns to romance in Mexico. A tense flight over the desert follows a tense office scene and a dramatic homecoming to Rancho Casolina, setting up a continuing tale of love and danger.
One fourth of gross receipts from the George Washington National Forest are turned over to 15 Virginia counties for school and road expenditures. M C Howard, supervisor, said receipts come from timber, forest products, grazing and leases, distributed to counties by forest land area. Alleghany 541 Amherst 427 Augusta 1553 Bath 1600.
Mrs William Howard Taft widow of the former President and Chief Justice died May 22 at 81. Her will filed for probate today bequeaths 143000 to daughter Mrs Helen Taft Manning of Bryn Mawr Pennsylvania and to two sons Senator Robert A Taft of Ohio and Charles P Taft director of the Office of Community War Services.
Frederick 36 dollars Highland 429 Nelson 114 Page 103 Rock bridge 348 Rockingham 1071 Shenandoah 613 and Warren ren Total for the state was 6670. West Virginia counties including Hampshire Hardy and Pendleton received a total of 789.
The BBC reported a German high command instruction urged troops on leave or wounded to bolster morale by avoiding military topics. It advised wounded soldiers to steer hospital visitors away from war talk, noting relatives respond more to personal accounts than to propaganda.
The piece argues against broad tax funded social insurance financed by government debt. It asserts war bonds already secure savings, warns of inflation and depreciation eroding value, and endorses three goals: good jobs, stable prices, and repayment of war bonds. It cites Harold G. Moulton and critics like Alvin Hansen and key figures Roosevelt and Morgenthau.
A compiled list presents seven quiz prompts and asks for correct responses to items such as the degree for D D 8, the role of Durante, the Boston Common Victory Garden claim, the first film star inducted under the Selective Service Act, Panama Canal opening year, British name for men’s garters, and Greencastle Indiana as a university seat.
Senior Class of Handley High School is entertained by Service Clubs in a local school function. The summary notes a community gathering highlighting service clubs involvement with students and the era's youth activities.
Ten years ago two thousand students at John Handley High School graduate as 68 seniors receive diplomas. A heat wave in the midwest claims numerous lives amid records of extreme temperatures.
Mrs. Harry Cookus presents a piano recital featuring twelve year old Elizabeth Grim at the Empire theater, highlighting the young pianist as a rising local talent.
A 27 year old public dispute resurfaces over city water purity. A 1871 pamphlet found prints an oration by Col. F. W. M. Holliday and a poem by Daniel B. Lucas at Winchester for General Lee, amid claims the water was pure contrary to belief, and involving Carranza the wild bull of Bashan.
Forty years ago notices report the death of George J. Tucker at his home near Boyce. An announcement notes Lt Albert Baker returns from the University of Virginia to spend the summer with his parents Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Baker.
Forty five years ago Miss Meta Jackson and Mr. Carl Dieta of Kingston Tenn were married at the bride's home on South Market street. Mrs A E Carroll fell and broke right ankle and left hip. Rev W H K Pendleton of Fairfax county delivered baccalaureate sermon at Episcopal Female Institute.
The article explains palpation the sense of touch used in physical exams to gather diagnostic information. It covers crepitus in broken bones and how vibration from breathing can be felt in lungs, noting how conditions like pneumonia or tuberculosis alter transmission. It also notes abdominal examination, muscle spasm, and rigidity, plus a Q A section on albuminuria and extrasystole.
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