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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1936
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star lists subscription prices for mail and carrier delivery, including annual, semi annual, quarterly, and monthly options, with different rates for in advance payment. A weekly option is also shown.
The notice lists classified advertising at 2 cents per word with a 25 cent minimum and memorials at 1.50 for four stanzas. Display ads with borders must reach the office by 10 A.M. Transient ads cost 42 cents per inch. National Act representatives and AP membership details are included.
A biblical verse urges readers not to worry about daily needs but to prioritize God's kingdom and righteousness. It promises that such focus will bring necessary provision.
The piece surveys American appetite for boxing as 75 000 attend the Schmeling versus Detroit Bomber bout at Yankee Stadium. It contrasts past illegal fights with modern sports spectacle and notes cultural cross currents. It also frets about comical wordplay on headlines and ends with a quip about Aga Khan bath water.
The Cumberland Times notes higher graduation numbers this year as high schools report more graduates than a decade ago under the motto knowledge is power.
The passage argues that extended schooling raises general intelligence and opens opportunities, but success remains earned through hard work. It notes industries trim choices, and educated youths must start at the bottom, proving willingness to learn and perform simple tasks.
The Dallas crash story honors co Pilot Eugene Schacher 32 who died from burns after returning to the blazing cabin to warn passengers as the plane dived 7000 feet. The pilot credits Schacher with saving lives including RFC chair Jesse Jones and his wife. The piece praises his courage and duty beyond the call.
The summary notes China nears civil war as South China mobilizes a large army to unite against Japan. Nanking's North China forces clash with Cantonese troops while officials insist the southern march aims to support the central government rather than conquer Japan. The evolving struggle highlights a fragmented China under international strain.
The article notes distrust of Nanking after Machu kuo conquest with suspicions Japan is buying North China governments. Chiang Kai-shek is portrayed as weak, accused of selling out to vote, and claims uniting China against Japan are blocked to serve Japan. Mention of ongoing Canton government conflict and strategic stakes.
A long reader Q A column answers questions on coal railroad usage percentages ice cream freezing with salt how salt lowers ice temperature and brine, Newbery Medal Cadie Woodlawn, fathers of psychology, Atlantis in literature, chorale meaning, Magna Carta Day Association, Milwaukee parks, The County Chairman production, American Bayreuth, rats in experiments, Endles Caverns hours, and Southern kraft paper plants construction across multiple U.S. locations.
Farmers and Merchants National Bank and Trust Company directors announce a 6 percent dividend on capital stock to be paid July 1. Mrs Fairfax Harrison of Belvoir accepts invitation to judge at the Winchester and Clarke County Garden Club flower show. Mr and Mrs Charles B Snider spend vacation at the seashore. Mr and Mrs Edward G Butler of Millwood win roses culture award at Hot Springs. Mrs Herbert Larrick re elected president of General Turner Ashby chapter United Daughters of Confederacy.
Central Press story surveys the clash between militarists and pacifists over the 1936 37 defense spending and United States policy. It notes a total defense budget near a billion dollars with $100 million in nonmilitary items and discusses platform writing and reactions from labor and farmers.
Fifteen persons perished in a collision involving the Pennsylvania Washington Express and the Cincinnati Limited near Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Mrs David H Patterson of San Francisco guests with her sister Mrs Fred Barr. Miss June Fishpaw hosts an entertainment for Miss Gladys Humston. Prince Carol loses royal civil list revenue of sixty thousand dollars yearly. Miss Kathleen McCartney and pupils present a recital.
Six hundred fifty pupils of Winchester public schools decorate the graves of John Kerr and former teachers. John W. McKown of Grimes is ill with paralysis. Mrs Holmes Conrad Sr hosts a reception for her daughter-in-law Mrs Bryan Conrad. John A Noel of Washington invites for the wedding of Victoria Noel to Daniel Walker Lupton in Washington on June 28. J D Seegleston predicts motion pictures in classrooms. June 18 1815 Napoleon defeated at Waterloo.
The narrative follows detective Keyes and narrator as they piece together Van Every's scheme to steal the Camden ruby. They reveal a hidden garden exit, a forged ruby, staged clues with nuns, and a fake telegram to Margalo. Evidence suggests Van Every killed Margalo to possess the jewel and tied up loose ends before disappearing.
Seven Cleveland players led by Jack Fuschmann ordered shirts from a sporting goods store. The dice on the shirts summed to six and were too small, prompting Jack to ask a prosecutor to intervene today.
Oklahoma City congressional hopeful Tom Horton outlines a platform using nine real light wood planks, each lettered to explain the main points of his message. The symbolic display emphasizes clear, tangible policy stands.
Chicago resident Kozel petted a neighbor’s dog the animal bit him twice and police found the dog dead when they arrived. In Rock Island bees invaded No 4 fire station as queen bee settled in the sleeping quarters forcing the crew to retreat and abandon the swarm.
Aston's Owens women team Pace Maker dominated the Night Owls in a seven inning 6 0 victory. Ho struck out 18 batters and fielded errors while teammates served mainly as spectators.
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