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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1943
Page
4
The Evening Star asks readers to advise National L Representatives DelLisser Inc New York of mailing address updates for continued delivery and proper circulation. message appears in the second class post office notice column.
A biblical quotation states that Jesus was raised by God and exalted at the right hand of God. The text emphasizes the reception of the Holy Spirit promised by the Father and the visible outpouring witnessed by all.
A New York Times piece recalls American jockey drivers moving cargo from the Persian Gulf into Russia along a dangerous Asiatic route. It notes wrecked trucks on hairpin passes, vivid camp life, and meets with locals. An American driver jokes about teaching road manners to Iranians.
Traders eye shrinking grain stocks as the war nears end. The 1943 44 crop year expects a 7 to 21 percent drop in acreage in the western Canada provinces and reduced world production may not meet rising U S demand. Australia may cut acreage while Argentina plans to maintain planted area to cover demand.
The piece discusses Europe's manpower and machinery shortages limiting its corn and wheat contributions. It notes the United States could dominate world wheat supply postwar, with talk of a $1.60 price ceiling and a $1.25 loan rate to spur increased production despite labor limits.
The War Production Board reports that despite wartime shortages the United States will again produce about three million babies in 1943, with clothing, bottles, and safety gear in ample supply. The piece urges prioritizing infants over garden shows and flowers, praising the anticipated bumper baby crop and resilience of domestic life.
A Richmond Times Dispatch report says the East ban on pleasure driving is enforced with firm penalties by the OPA travel rules. Most cases result in 30 day gas ration book suspensions with a few 60 day or 90 day suspensions, while some drivers argue for consistency between city and out of town violations.
A quiz asks seven multiple choice style questions on topics from radio stations and the League of Nations to FEPC and WAACs. It includes queries on months with or without r, a Fortegn Minister, and geography of Port Moresby.
In Spartanburg South Carolina on June 14 tests showed a water proofed jeep submerged and operated underwater at Duncan Park Lake. The vehicle moved around much of the lake bed at a moderate speed, revealing its new underwater capability and highlighting the need for crew to keep heads above water during operation.
Washington reports immediate development of Martinsburg and Wiley Ford airports in West Virginia by the Civil Aeronautics Administration. Randolph says the airport approval board has allotted 300000 dollars for Martinsburg and 150000 dollars for Wiley Ford, also Cumberland Maryland airport. Each field will be class four with three runways about 5000 feet long and at least 150 feet wide, to be built by contracts.
Jean Marsden returns to Rancho Casolina under spy duties for Steve Landis while hosting family friends, Curley and Rosita contend with jealousy and potential Axis danger. As Jean grapples with duty and affection, Mr. Parkinson weighs Curley and Rosita's influence on hospitality and safety.
News analysis by Paul Mallon examines the Bailey resolution to limit presidents to two terms and its political fallout. It notes potential 55 votes for a constitutional amendment, with doubt about immediate impact, and surveys OPA, Willkie, Taft, Dewey, Bricker, and other 1944 prospects.
Reports claim the White House informed Senators they secured victory against a Texas Circuit Court appointee and that four Louisianians will be named. A Mississippi Democrat was named secretary of the Democratic National Committee. The Liberia president and staff were hosted at the White House as a Catholic priest was tapped to head the employment practices committee aiding Negro political groups seeking equal work opportunities.
The administration intensifies outreach to dissident Southern factions while pursuing its plans tied to racial matters. Officials seek to balance regional opposition with national policy aims amid tense public debate.
News notes from various years report a U S effort to recover old rubber while fliers sift islands for Japanese, and a seal team uses a Goldak Metallo scope to search for buried treasure. Five years earlier reports cite a massive Yellow River flood in China. Marble champ Elwood Williams plans a move to a national tournament in New Jersey.
Ten years ago a resolution approving a diesel power plant for focal use was adopted. Mr Keneath Ray Robinson, son of Mr and Mrs Ray Robinson of South Steward Street, received American Legion Medal for achievement and scholarship at Hand ey.
Twenty years ago French sailors balked at coming to the United States unless they received a two litre daily wine ration. A civil conflict loomed in some state and Miss Virginia Healings Smith sailed for Europe. Twenty seven years ago the city council bought six mules and the city manager was allowed $200 monthly for supplies. Apple exports to Europe were projected to be large.
Forty years ago Judge and Mrs Thomas W Harrison returned from a honeymoon spent at Atlantic City. Mrs Cora Estelle Bright appears in an item on West. P H Reardon dies suddenly from paralysis.
Forty five years ago Miss Aimes Powell of Washington visited Miss Lela McGuire and left for Lexington to attend the finals at VVM WL and LL. A marriage license was issued to J Frank Crowser and Miss Alberta A Creswell. Mr Lewis Conner of Washington, a well known dancer, is visiting in Winchester.
A Richmond hotel manager recalls a woman who walked out of the dining room wearing a wicker bread basket perched on her head. He quips that women’s hats are so crazy as he notes the attempted souvenir theft.
A local appeal urges readers to send letters and updates to service members abroad, reminding families and communities to support troops by sharing news and encouragement from home through The Star newspaper channel.
Spoony Sammy argues New York should be preserved as a showplace and rebuilt after the war. He cites its historic role and urges a resettlement project for returning workers, praising Mayor LaGuardia and voicing belief the city will endure.
An advertising notice urges readers to rely on The Star for direct contact to secure measurable outcomes. It emphasizes a results driven approach to campaigns and client inquiries.
Dr Clendening explains how history and physical exam dominate diagnosis before labs. Urine and blood tests assess kidney function, diabetes risk, and infection through cells, sugar, and sedimentation rate. A simple color test on blood reveals anemia or organ disease, while the sedimentation rate indicates overall illness severity.
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