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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1943
Page
4
The Evening Star reflects standard publication notices from Winchester Virginia, noting second class mailing, conformity with postal rules, delivery expectations, and advertising deadlines. It quotes scripture Joel 2:28 29 and mentions rates for transient and contract advertising.
The piece argues that morale studies claim a mass mental illness grips Germans, leading to a collapse under defeat while preserving strength to rebuild for a future attempt at world domination. It cites indoctrination from childhood, compares to Afrika Korps resilience, and notes civilian fortitude and labor drafts as a strategic advantage for Germany.
The article discusses the lifting of Army-Navy radar restrictions and the emergence of radar as a new science. It credits American radio scientists with early discovery of radar principles noting that ultra short radio waves bounce back from objects, revealing unseen targets.
The article traces radar from its 1920s discovery to 1930s tests for collision avoidance and its wartime role at Pearl Harbor Guadalcanal and in the French coast raid. It notes civilian uses will grow after war, likening radar to a new word entering the people’s vocabulary.
Reprinted editorial notes Argentina’s bloodless coup against President Castillo, led by General Ramirez and General Rawson. It argues the change moves Argentina away from Nazi influence, toward closer ties with the United Nations and other Western Hemisphere nations. The piece urges swift recognition if the new government maintains order and international obligations.
The Alexandria Gazette notes thrift across nations with a Welsh boy saving a shilling and a Kent girl buying penny stamps. It highlights a British push to save 50 million pounds in three weeks as part of a broad savings campaign.
West Virginia the nation’s top bituminous coal producer may match or exceed its 1942 record. For January through April miners mined 52,352,032 tons, up from 50,361,416 tons in the same period of 1942, despite work stoppages and contract talks. April output stood at 13,671,421 tons, slightly below March and slightly above January February.
An advertising note urges readers to rely on The Star for contact and results. The message emphasizes measurable outcomes and reader access to reliable liaison for campaigns and business notices.
Moscow reports the dissolution of the Communist International after its executive committee announced that 30 national sections unanimously approved disbanding. The organization founded in 1919 to mobilize workers worldwide is declared dissolved with Communists urged to regard the committee and presidium as ceased.
Jean Marsden receives a telegram revealing her brother Melvin Marsden is missing in action. In Mexico Steve Landis, Rosita, and Curley shape tension at the Rancho Casolina as plans for a new rubber plant advance. A German prisoner update shocks Jean, prompting police questions about Parkinson and Mexico City ties as the chapter ends.
Washington reports longtime tension over John L. Lewis and Roosevelt handling of the miners strike and fuel policy. The War Labor Board and Fuel Administrator Ickes clash over authority with delays and a push for a joint commission to set pay hours. The stalemate leads to resumption of talks as miners prepare to return to work.
The public spectacle centers on Lewis and the War Labor Board as headlines loom. Officials weigh drastic action, while Roosevelt’s lawyers consider treason provisions, reflecting high tensions without decisive moves.
Justice department lawyers reviewed the coal disruption issue and found no solid treason case. Senator Eastman plans a bill to punish actions against the state with penalties short of death. Under current law Lewis could face treason only if violence connected to his orders caused government harm.
News notes recount Britain and Russia signing an anti Nazi treaty. Czech reprisals are promised after mass executions. Memorial Hospital honors thirteen nurses with diplomas. Additional items mention Lions International leadership, a devastating Texas tornado, and a high school band’s upcoming performance.
Discussion centers on building an electric lighting and power plant to serve city needs. Also notes Miss Mary Glenn Lupton completes her freshman year at Span dolph Macon Doman's College.
Twenty years ago in Macon Georgia rainfall reached almost seven inches in two hours causing about 1,000,000 dollars in damage. The text also notes records and a reference to Miss Minnie Alder Miller and a plane rectal phrase appears garbled.
Twenty seven years ago Porter Hayslett won a Ford roadster raffled by the Winchester Athletic Club. Charles Evans Hughes, Republican presidential nominee, traveled to New York to begin his campaign.
Forty years ago Archie G. Rohr formerly of Winchester leases the Hamilton Hotel at Atlantic City. Daisy Conrad of Leesburg guests with Mrs Holmes Conrad on Market Street. Gertrude Barton consents to another term as secretary of the Junior Auxiliary Episcopal Church Diocese of Virginia. Barton has held the post for twelve years.
Forty five years ago J P Haddox Joseph H and Ralph Savage finalize an agreement to operate Beleve dere Brewery near Harpers Ferry Miss Ella Sibert hosts a bus ride and picnic event for neighbors and friends.
In Dayton Ohio June 5 1943 Jesse Van Camp requests a correction to a marriage notice printed by The Star. He states he is employed by McCauley Steel Propeller Co and sworn as Special Police No 100 by the city of Dayton and as Military Police by the U S, warns against misimpression and asks Winchester friends be informed of the true facts.
A reader quiz asks about am ia from a mammal and Amelia Earhart’s death, plus asks who aided Monroe to draft the Monroe Doctrine, a glue ingredient, Greeley’s nationality, a cross sign motto, rod-to-feet conversion, a federal department, the largest U.S. freshwater lake, and whether mushrooms are used to make catsup.
Dr. Logan Clendening describes OPA ration order No. 13 issued Feb 9 1943 allowing extra processed foods for invalids with medical need. Applicants file form R 15 with physician statement to local boards for permission to obtain additional points. The measure aims to ease access to processed foods for digestive disorders diabetes and other conditions plus guidance on diet modifications and nutrition concerns.
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