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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1945
Page
4
The Evening Star of Winchester Virginia outlines publication details including post office class matter status and daily schedule except Sundays. It requests readers report delivery delays and irregularities to maintain a perfect service while quoting Psalm 138:7.
The War Production Board lifts restrictions on auto parts as U S manufacturers plan to produce about 600000 vehicles in the coming year. Retooling aims to meet demand and absorb returning workers, easing transportation shortages and boosting employment.
The War Production Board authorized the automobile industry to produce 200,000 civilian cars this year but offered no material assurances. Manufacturers must source materials to rebuild and resume peacetime production, with cars rationed by the OPA. A notable lack of certainty surrounds the plan.
The plan, drafted with industry, seeks enough profit incentives to finance reconversion and minimize unemployment as cars return to peacetime markets. It warns against repeating postwar mistakes, stressing fair play, cautious credit, and no dumped surplus.
The piece argues that a renewed German militarism is unlikely for generations due to population imbalances and scarce resources. It urges focusing on reeducation of German youth to teach modern realities and decencies, aiming to salvage whatever merit remains in the German race.
A claimed Ameri can Bible Society account says seven American fliers forced down on an unnamed Pacific island were converted after natives gathered nightly to hear readings from a missionary’s old Bible. The fliers reportedly embraced Christianity before rescue.
Mrs Courtney Hodges bought a red hat described as foolish to greet the general returning from Europe. The piece notes men laugh at wives hats while wives stay confident that the hat makes them look cute. It suggests men secretly admire the bold summer headwear despite polite ridicule.
One year ago Americans broke German defenses at Cherbourg and seized three towns as new airborne troops arrived in France. Blood donor registration lags while a clinic in three days puzzles officials. The city softball league opened with Virginia Woolen over O Sullivan and South End topping National Fruit to share first place.
Five years ago the annual memorial and home-coming service at Timber Ridge Congregational Christian Church is announced by Rev. R. A. Whitten. The Rev and Mrs E B Smith of Frederick County celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary with friends.
Ten years ago Handley graduated a class of 97 seniors with Dean Hall Carter of Randolph Macon College as the speaker. Jimmy Braddock, ex dock worker, is given little chance to dethrone Max Bear for the heavyweight crown. Huey P Long filibusters on the Senate floor for 15 12 hours against the passage of the temporary NRA setup, new record is established for filibustering.
The article lists graduation details and honors at Handiey High School with 80 members in the class. It notes awards to Crisman Hockman Otis Sargent Tom Kremer and Howard Shockey and mentions Wyatt Richards earning a B S from V P I and valedictorian Russell Cromer with Ida Fisher salutatorian at Winchester High School. It also reports J Horace Lacy passing the bar and references Bryan and Lusitania coverage. The tone reflects early 20th century civic life and national events and figures.
Misses Mary Baker Gessie Cooper Katie Haddox Mary Stephenson and Belle Harris graduate from the Episcopal Female Institute here. Bell Boyd, famed Civil War spy, dies in Wisconsin. Joe Funkhouser reports 15 sheep lost to wild dog packs in recent weeks.
An inspirational essay reflects on inevitable life musts and burdens. It argues wise living requires accepting physical and spiritual laws and bearing responsibilities rather than fleeing burdens or relinquishing rights.
The Navy Department says the Wisconsin Missouri Iowa and New Jersey are the largest battleships in the world. Each vessel displaces about 50 000 tons.
A reader learns from the Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau about pauper’s oath in bankruptcy military policy on homegoing sons and naval procedure. The column lists facts on crutches early use, deer birthing, Canadian rationing, Iwo Jima geology, veneer thickness, the six signers of the Declaration, and a left-handed salute.
Medical guidance from Drs. Clarence Bandler and Philip Roen outlines preoperative assessment for enlarged prostate surgery. Emphasis on correcting diabetes, anemia, and nutrition, bladder drainage via catheter, infection prevention, and potential bladder opening before procedure. Details on trans urethral resection and possible complete prostate removal, followed by infection and anemia prevention strategies.
The text outlines questions and answers about military service during wartime. It notes the SAC origin of the gold star flag by Capt. R. F. Quisser of Cleveland, identifies the oldest U S ship in full commission as USS Dover (ex Wilmington) and lists rules on longevity pay for officers, discharge eligibility for Enlisted Reserve Corps members, and general Navy entry criteria.
The Navy may assign a qualified applicant to the Navy School of Music after a selection interview and a possible try-out. Abbreviations U S Armed Forces in the Far East are defined. PCE ships are 180 foot submarine chaser escorts. Broiler chickens are sold at eight to ten weeks weighing 2 to 2 1/2 pounds.
The Q and A column explains that the Medal of Honor includes a small monthly pay raise of two dollars. It also asks how a kangaroo rat survives extended dry periods, noting the animal’s digestive system as a factor.
The Veterans Administration reported that more than 17,000,000 National Service Life Insurance policies were in force at the beginning of May 1945. The average value of all policies as of that date was $9,202.55.
Turn to page 3 for the answers. Questions cover military command in World War II, Mark Van Doren’s university, the lowest denomination U S stamp, straits linking the Mediterranean to the Black Sea, New York’s governor, favored college groups, Getulio Vargas tenure, a claim about anchovies, Gainsborough’s profession, and the author of Hitler and Beyond.
Gail and Steve attend a reception for Dr Cassius McCormick at the Thayers. Lily Lanahan, a nurse, flirts with Ralph Kramer while Gail schemes to help Lily and keep away from trouble with Lily’s professor. Drama and tension build around McCormick’s rise and Steve’s place in the family.
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