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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1937
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star publishes daily except Sundays under editor F BYRD Jr. at Winchester Virginia. This line lists subscription rates of 4.50 dollars.
A biblical verse recalls that those who exalt themselves will be humiliated while the humble are exalted. It contrasts two attitudes toward judgment and divine favor. The message emphasizes humility over pride.
A protest letter condemns sit down strikes and accuses John L Lewis led unions of seizing private property and censoring mail. It questions whether Postmaster General Farley or Lewis controls the department and alleges officials opened mail to non-striking workers and blocked delivery of food clothing and newspapers.
The passage argues that federal mail is being opened by C I O members in Niles Ohio to non union employees at Republic Steel, challenging postal rules and government authority. It cites The Richmond Times Dispatch and Dorothy Thompson warning of rising civil conflict as Labor disputes push the nation toward anarchy if unchecked.
The Virginia candidate for Lieutenant Governor Senator Saxon W. Holt advocates government funded free textbooks. He argues free books ensure equal access to education and help children from poorer families.
The Alexandria Gazette notes that the long feared general European war will not occur this year. The article comments on public mood, trade prospects, and political expectations in an era of shifting alliances.
The Evening Star Information Bureau in Washington D C invites readers to mail questions for factual answers. Send three cents for a reply and address requests to Frederic J Haskin director with Washington D C as the contact location.
A long reader quiz cites varied facts and figures from science, law, and public life. Topics include Gypsy Rose Lee’s real name Rose Louise Hovick, differences between annulments and divorces, federal income tax totals for 1936, numbers of churches in Washington DC, Oxford University terms, sun helium discovery, Maricopa Reservation withdrawals, William Randolph Hearst art collections, Fort Washington history, baby longevity statistics, Lowell’s Cathedral inspiration, Carnegie Medal scope, asteroids between Mars and Jupiter, Hart Island burials, Robert Burns, and 1935 pineapple juice imports from Hawaii.
Walter Lippmann argues that peace for all rests on the prosperity of free nations. Dictators cannot be placated by colonies or loans and must liberalize to rejoin world markets. Free nations should deepen trade and stabilize currencies, a task for Britain and America.
The Rev R A Jardine is praised for courage and independence in agreeing to perform Windsor and Mrs Warfield's marriage. Critics say as long as he remains a Church of England priest he must submit to church discipline and his employment terms.
Richmond News Leader recalls Jean Harlow, a top screen star who rose from extras to fame. The piece notes her platinum hair, mischievous charm, and iconic roles. It references the death of her first husband Paul Bern and questions how the public will receive her passing.
Washington dispatch reports the O Neal Pharaoh Wallace farm bill being pruned before adjournment. Key deletions include the granary wheat provision and a mild tenant farm clause, while production control and crop insurance are largely rejected.
The Louisiana speech by Postmaster General James A. Farley at a demagogue club meeting reveals his calculation to back the President’s court packing proposal. He cites staying in Washington, threats of loss of appointment, and appeal to district voters as reasons for his stance.
Jacqueline Smith has vanished after a confrontation with her mother Mrs. Smith and lawyer Charles Stuckey. Colonel Lutman believes Jacqueline left to seek a job and not marry Jim Asson. He reassures Mrs. Smith and plans a 7:30 dinner meeting to discuss her safety.
Protests by school children lead the National Park Service to bar fees for non commercial sightseers on Skyline Drive Shenandoah National Park. Students were turned back for a $5 bus fee and officials say many buses were not previously notified. Arno Cammerer ordered Lassiter to drop the charge for non commercial groups while private cars retain fees. Missouri Senate ends longest session with sine die adjournment at 10 a m today as Sergeant at Arms gathers remaining members.
Lapore Indiana residents warn motorists to avoid Long Beach summer colony near here as officials adopt an ordinance banning parking of trailers and their use as permanent homes. Penalty set at 20 dollars per day.
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