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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1945
Page
4
The notice lists subscription prices by mail and carrier including yearly, six month and monthly terms for zones and outside areas. It also carries a Bible verse quote from Proverbs 11 1 dated June 21 1945.
Premier Suzuki’s statement confirms Japan will resist Allied invasion with determination. The Diet earlier empowered ruling by decree and the Supreme War Council acts as a war cabinet, signaling abdication by the government to the Army and Navy. The plan aims to stretch American supply lines and prolong conflict, accepting heavy costs to stave off total ruin.
The text notes American wartime troop movements from December 1941 to May 1945, with 4,453,009 soldiers ferried to Europe and only 3,604 casualties. It credits convoy systems and Navy gunners for low losses, and mentions radar and destroyers as early anti submarine measures. It also states German submarines sank or damaged 41 American ships, a small share of their own losses.
Reprinted editorial honors Lieut General Simon Bolivar Buckner for his leadership on Okinawa. It notes his planning skill and fearless presence at the front, his death in action as a fitting end to a storied command. Buckner’s pursuit of victory kept to schedule as Marines pushed the foe to the sea.
The Covington Virginian notes Allied joy at Germany's surrender terms. It says German authorities are removed and a joint council runs Germany. It advocates using German prisoners to clear mines to restore Europe’s food supply, arguing it upholds justice and prevents further Allied losses.
A Winchester reader argues for democratic rent control to protect owners and renters. The letter criticizes unrestricted rental prices since 1944, warns that discouraging ownership aids socialism, and calls for fair treatment and assistance for both property holders and tenants.
One year ago the V. F. W. war bond sale total exceeded twenty thousand as veterans manned the bond booth on Loudoun street. Boy Scouts of Winchester to handle salvage collections during school vacation.
Post master Nelson Page tells Rotary Club the local office processes over 15,000 pieces of mail each day. Capt J P Hayley just returned from a five week trip to England visiting his native home. Mr and Mrs Delmar Robinson also return from a European tour at the same time.
Red Cross Secretary devotes large time to supervising wayward youths as Klan organizers anticipate at least one half million members. Mr and Mrs F A Hubard of this city celebrate their 60th anniversary.
Secretary C. B. Ealson announces the great Winchester Fair will run from September 7 to 11. Rural mail routes will see motor vehicles soon, with most carriers using motorcycles. Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany assures nations his navy will safeguard neutrals on the high seas.
Senator and Mrs William Faulkner held a reception at Boydville the Martinsburg home for their daughter Mrs William White of Nashville Guards are hired to keep smallpox victims in their homes in Charles Town 18 new cases reported Mrs Lela Baker leads county and Miss Lula Jenkins tops Winchester popularity contest as Star nears close
The piece urges daily self examination to improve character. It cites Socrates that an unexamined life is not worth living and argues five minutes of introspection prompts concrete resolutions and personal growth through honest reflection.
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German submarines attacked 11 ships in the Gulf of Mexico and along the Florida coast. Casualties totaled 883.
The House committee on the Youth Draft heard testimony labeled universal military training but offered no solid facts or cost figures. Military leaders Marshall and Eisenhower pressed for a large trained force, while King backed a large Navy. critics warned the plan lacked specifics and warned Congress may reject it despite committee findings. The piece criticizes the lack of concrete proposals and notes broad opposition from peace groups and education groups.
A veteran should contact the local U S Employment Service office which maintains inter regional facilities. This helps avoid travel costs and time by confirming available jobs before venturing to distant locations.
Doctor Norman F. Miller of the University of Michigan explains toxemia during pregnancy can be controlled with bed rest salt restriction and ammonium chloride. Early signs include high blood pressure weight gain and swelling with possible eye changes. If untreated convulsions may occur, requiring delivery or careful anesthesia. regular exams aid early detection and can save mother and infant.
Reader inquiries cover small U S submarines landing forces in Normandy Omaha and Utah beaches the giant Puget Sound clam and historic postage rights for presidential widows. Answers cite Mackerel Marlin R O types 1915 1916 landing designations O U and Western Task Force details.
Gail and Lucienne handle Lily Lanahan’s crisis as Ralph Kramer nears his wedding to Lucienne. Lily’s self sacrifice avoids scandal but leaves Lily in fragile health and Gail determined to shape Lily’s future while navigating family and engagement tensions.
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