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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1939

Page

2

Return Visit May Be Made

Washington debates a possible return visit by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth to the United States. Observers say an informal invitation may have been extended to President Roosevelt, but official confirmation hinges on protocol and the President’s status in office. Historical precedent shows some presidents traveled abroad during their terms.

Washington George Queen Elizabeth Roosevelt Bucking Palace Hyde Roosevelts Woodrow Wilson Europe Franklin D. Roosevelt United States Theodore Roosevelt Panama William Howard Taft Mexico Warren G. Harding Canada Calvin Coolidge Cuba Pennsylvania Avenue King George

Rival union clash at Fisher Body plant gates

In Flint Michigan both United Auto Workers unions clashed at Fisher Body plant No 1 gates. After a brief fist fight the plant and all GM units in Flint and Saginaw opened for the day.

United Auto Orisers Fisher General Motors Corporation Flint Saginaw

Federal mine inspection bill sparks Senate hearing clash

A. W. Dickinson of the American Mining Congress denounces a proposed federal mine inspection bill as duplicative as UMWA backs it. Union officials led by John L. Lewis attend, noting rising fatalities while Senator Logan limits witnesses and urges quick study.

A. W. Dickinson American Mining Congress Senate Neely D-Wva United Mine Workers of America John L. Lewis Thomas Kennedy Dickinson Logan D-Ky Opporen

Bonded In Liquor Case In Frederick County Raid

Federal and local officers raided in Frederick County netting two stills and one arrest. Beecher DeHaven was seized at a still beyond Nain and released on bond to appear in Federal Court in October. Two barrels of mash were destroyed. A second raid near Star Tannery seized a second still with no arrest.

Frederick County Beecher DeHaven Nain Harrisonburg Cedar Creek Star Tannery

Denies Intent To Harm Royal Family in London Shooting Case

Vincent Lawlor, an Australian welder’s assistant, was ordered held for trial at Old Bailey on charges of firing near the Duchess of Kent and the Princess Royal. Prosecutors say he rode a bicycle with a sawed-off rifle near royal residences and fired twice. Lawlor argues he had no intent to harm and offered no defense details. The motive remains unclear and he pleaded not guilty. Lawlor arrived in Britain April 6.

London Ledwedge Vincent Lawlor Old Bailey Duchess of Kent Lawlor Princess Royal George Earl of Harwood Belgrave Square Lawlord Leslie Marks H. A. K. Morgan Waterloo Bridge Britain

Two Injured In Kernstown Crash On Route 11

A Saturday crash on United States Route 11 at Kernstown injured George Cross of this city and Mrs. Vivian Dellinger of near Middletown, with passenger W. B. Duncan of Riverton. Sheriff Bywaters and Deputy DeHaven investigated. the vehicle reportedly rolled after crossing the Baltimore and Ohio tracks. Cross suffered head injuries and Dellinger was hurt. both are listed in satisfactory condition.

Kernstown George Cross W. B. Duncan Riverton Vivian Dellinger Middletown John Bywaters Robert DeHaven Baltimore and Ohio Cross Dellinger

Riots blamed on Alberto Arenal leader of student protest

Mexico City police accused Alberto Arenal of leading a violent student demonstration against the United States. They alleged the anti American march contributed to the crash that killed Francisco Sarabia in Washington. Forty rioters were arrested.

Alberto Arenal Mexico City Francisco Sarabia Mexico Washington

A Booklet For Coin Collectors

A 32 page Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau booklet explains origin and development of coins, famous collections, rare pieces, customs, values, and starting a collection. Beginners will find it invaluable. send ten cents with coupon to Washington D C. Enclose ten cents for copy.

Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau Frederic J. Haskin Washington, D. C

Answers to Today’s Quiz Solved on Page Four

Answers to test questions printed on page 4 include Central Asia The Tarheel State Not since Sept 22 1922 Multiply the diameter by 3 1416 Cuba The Dowager Queen Mary mother of King George VI of Great Britain Horse racing Interflu ent not in ter flu ent Two strokes less than par in playing a hole Hieroglyphs

Central Asia Cuba Mary George VI Great Britain

NYC teen denies kidnapping charge the case linked to California

Margaret Weil a 17 year old Nas sau New York resident awaiting trial in San Francisco on a kidnapping for ransom charge admitted the rural life she fled now sounds attractive. She expressed hope for word from her mother pledging support. The girl is charged with abducting 5 year old Krehe Osborn.

Margaret Polly) Weil Nassau N. Y San Francisco Krehe Osborn

Where Is John Paul Jones Buried

John Paul Jones lies in the crypt of the Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland. The historic hero is interred in a location near the academy’s chapel, a site visited by naval personnel and historians seeking his legacy.

John Paul Jones Naval Academy At Annapolis

Benes Brother Reported Crossing Into Poland

Reports that Votja Benes, brother of Eduard Benes, slipped into Poland after years in Bohemia, drawing attention to a so called Czech Legion forming across the frontier.

Prague Votja Benes Eduard Benes Poland Bohemia

Britain Faces Far East Tension Over Tokyo Blockade Threat

The British cabinet debated responses to Japanese threats to blockade British and French concessions in Tientsin amid tensions from a Japanese demand to hand over four Chinese suspects. Officials say efforts aim to avert a blockade and Britain deems such action illegal. The uproar followed the fatal bayoneting of British businessman R. M. Tinkler in Pootung near Shanghai.

London Far East Cabinet Tientsin Britain China R. M. Tinkler Pootung Woosung River Shanghai

Timber tax error prompts refund bid in Lac La Croix land

In Duluth Minnesota three companies seek a refund of 4116 dollars and 58 cents plus interest after St Louis County taxed Canadian Lac La Croix timber land for 25 years. The dispute centers on wrong jurisdiction and tax collection.

Duluth Minn St. Louis County Lac la Croix Canada

Harrington Seeks WPA Changes Amid Bill Debate

The bill backed by President Roosevelt proposes a three member WPA administrative board, replacing Col. C. Harrington’s single post. Members anticipate little change to the overall $1.477 billion relief request, though youth administration and farm security funds may be trimmed. The House is set to debate the measure with a final vote expected Friday or Saturday.

Roosevelt WPA Col. C. Harrington National Youth Administration House

Riots Break Out At Factory After National Guard Rejected

Furious clashes erupted when strikers pelted a trolley car and glass flew as workers were injured. Police used tear gas to push back crowds outside the gates. Four officers were hospitalized and others treated, with Governor Heil denying National Guard aid.

Kuemberlein County General Hospital Julius P. Heil Edward J. Mitten

Landon on next President and statesmanship

The speaker argues that the type of statesmanship in the next President matters more than party. He criticizes New Deal theories and urges a sound recovery with job creation while warning against a runaway boom. He cites extremists and warns that government duties differ from past practices regardless of party.

Jersey Town In Unhappy Plight Continues In Deadlock

The Jersey Town council remains in gridlock as three Republicans lack a quorum and two Democrats have not attended nine weeks of meetings. Treasurer John Hann has resigned amid an embezzlement arrest, deepening the town’s stuck governance.

Jersey Town Wood J. Robert Hentges, Jr Harry Myers Hentges Myers John Hann Taxi

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