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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1944
Page
4
The Evening Star in Winchester Virginia announces daily publication except Sundays. National representatives Belisser Inc. lists contact in New York and appeals to subscribers to report delays or delivery irregularities to maintain a perfect service.
Advertising deadlines require all ads to be in by 9 PM the day before publication. Subscription rates listed include one year 5.00 by mail, six months 2.78, three months 1.50, and one month 0.60. carrier rates are 6.50 for one year, 3.50 for six months, 2.66 for three months, and 0.78 for one month.
A biblical verse from Psalms 73 25 asserts devotion to God with no desire for others on earth. The line highlights sacred priority and spiritual focus beyond all worldly ties.
The piece argues labor leaders may push the government to buy surplus factory output to keep workers employed on a war basis even when markets shrink. It links this to farm policy tactics and tariff defenses, warning such planning could threaten national economy and debt. It urges prudence to reverse policy and protect the country.
Analysis predicts grazing will end early this season with many cattle sent to market before grazing ends. If price trends mirror 1943, September quotations will lag April averages by about 91.50 dollars, while April prices near one dollar above last year. Corn prospects for feeders look poor and grass gains are unlikely to offset lower prices.
The article notes that getting the last spear of grass from a pasture is inefficient. A 1000 pound steer sold at ten dollars per hundred earns more than keeping the animal to 1100 pounds when the price falls to nine dollars per hundred. Early marketing also yields more seeds to restore turf.
Reprinted editorial from Lynchburg Advance notes the National Conference of Governors in Hershey Pennsylvania urging federal aid for post war public works but warns against broad programs that revive WPA powers. It argues states, including Virginia, must retain rights and fund regional projects with proper local control.
A Winchester resident and soldier with the Fifth Army in Italy appeals for daily prayers from Winchester readers. He cites his service overseas of fourteen months, praises supporters at home, and asks the community to endure sacrifices as the war continues for freedom and four freedoms.
A reader asks seven queries from a quiz page. Topics include presidential succession grammar apostolic delegate in Washington D C Norse god Thor weekday, election results, flight distances, Mountain Meadows massacre, animal sleeping upside down, and the milreis currency country.
Chicago grain prices showed mixed activity at the day’s open with wheat, oats, rye futures and corn quotes listed for July September December and May delivery. Prices ranged with July wheat at 157 3 4 to 5 8 and rye near 1.07 1 2 to 1 0 7 17 8.
Funeral services for Winchester businessman and fruit grower G. Fred Yeakley were held at his Courtfield avenue home with Rev. John Teter presiding. Attendees included Winchester Lodge o Elks members and Hickory Camp Woodmen of the World with interment in Mount Hebron Cemetery.
Only 21 votes cast in Middletown yesterday with no contests. Mayor Fred J. Larrick received 21 votes while council members B E Rogers G Wilson Borden S G Larrick C L Wright Trone W Sperry each earned 21 or 20 votes, all re-elected to start new terms in September.
Frederick farmers confront a serious labor shortage. A labor center opens to serve as a clearing house for volunteer placements. Clarkety school property sold at auction for a total of 7487 dollars.
S. Lee Grant is elected city manager to fill the vacancy caused by Arthur M. Field’s resignation. In Winchester a half hour of 1.35 inches of rain floods streets due to sewer overload. Five local boys earn the State Farmer degree from the Virginia Association of Future Farmers: Churchill Digges, Boyce, Carlton Emmart, Berryville, Levi Anderson, Winchester, Allen Carter, Berryville, and Jack McAboy, Stephens City.
Dr Jarman president of Farmville State Teachers College speaks to Handley High School graduates. A guard team from Winchester comprising Sgt Glenn Seabright Sgt T B Blount Pvts W E Blount and I R Golightly of Company I 116 Infantry Virginia National Guard wins the national indoor rifle shooting championship with 2852 points of 3000 to claim the 1934 trophy.
Twenty years ago James P. Reardon spoke at the St. Joseph's School Alumnae Banquet in Martinsburg West Virginia. Miss Louise Hollis and Captain Wilbur Riley were named most popular boy and girl in Handley graduation class contest conducted by the Empire Theatre and received prizes and a season ticket.
Forty years ago residents of Winchester prepared for the 14th annual Upperville Colt Show at Grafton Hall. The event boasted over 2000 in premiums and was noted as the oldest of its kind in the United States. Virginia Baker of Winchester would lead the Morning German at the University of Virginia, signaling the commencement exercises. Prunes were priced six pounds for 25 cents at C W Ramsburg on Piccadilly Street, a higher current price of 18 cents per pound.
Forty five years ago Rev Beauchamp delivered the Baccalaureate sermon to the young girlish graduates of Valley Female College. The Star sponsors a contest to find Winchester s most popular business woman who works in the city and is unmarried white and employed. Prizes include a cluster diamond ring or a solitaire diamond ring on display locally.
At Timber Ridge Christian Church in High View West Virginia a Memorial Day Home Coming program will feature an address by Congressman Jennings Randolph. The event includes scripture readings prayers songs and memorial activities in the church grove with lunch and an afternoon program.
Baltimore and Chicago market notes show dull produce demand with firm eggs and steady or slowly moving livestock. Cattle, calves, hogs, and sheep prices are listed with ranges and top quotes, reflecting a generally steady to slightly higher tone for midweek trading.
June 14 New York stock market cooled the two day rise with profit selling. Interest shifted to air transports, sugars and neglected specialties with prices firming. Rails gained some support after an early dip while large block trades appeared in motors and lower priced stocks. Bonds remained steady and commodities edged lower.
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An editorial urges progress through updating methods and equipment. It argues cost efficiency and adaptation drive long term success in business education and churches, urging not to fear new approaches and to scrap obsolete practices to keep pace with modern life.
Nora confesses fear about Jim as Ellery and Pat press for truth about forged letters and a deadly past. Nora defends Jim’s tenderness while revealing money troubles and gambling. The town prepares for the inquest as Coroner Salemson faces political pressures and the scent of mystery thickens in Wrightsville.
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