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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1939
Page
4
A historic classified notice lists pricing terms: 2 cents per word with a minimum 25 cents, cash with copy, memorials and cards of thanks 10 cents per printed line, display ads with border due by 9 PM the day before publication, transient rate 45 cents per inch, and contracts rates available on request.
The Associated Press holds exclusive reprint rights for dispatches credited or not credited to it and for all local news published in this paper. This notice governs republication of material from the newspaper and supports rights managed distribution.
The text argues federal expenditures rose from 3.86 to 9.49 billion, taxes from 2.08 to 5.52 billion, while the national debt grew from 22.5 to 40.2 billion in 1939. It notes nine years of deficits and unemployment unchanged since June 1933, urging voters to end wasteful spending before election year.
A report notes seven centuries after Genghis Khan's reign, his dust was moved from a tomb at Etshinhuro Mongolia to a hidden mausoleum in western China to guard against Japanese capture. The piece reflects on his conquests from North China to Eastern Europe and the Mongol influence in Central Europe.
Scientists enlist hobbyists to contribute to research by exploring homes and labs for valuable samples. A committee led by Dr. Edwin G. Conklin aims to quantify how much standard leisure activities can yield to scientific advancement, aided by Nobel laureate Harold Urey and Harlow Shapley among others.
The piece reflects on hobbyist experiments and notes professional scientists have checked the findings. It argues that scientific value may arise from casual interests and urges busy people to explore science in their leisure time for broader benefits.
Governor Richard W. Leche of Louisiana will resign due to illness and be succeeded by Lieutenant Governor Earl Long, Huey Long’s brother. The long contested political landscape shifts as the Big Three of Leche Maestri Weiss consolidate power and Huey Long’s influence fades into history.
Pennsylvania State police trace a motorist who has driven 14 years on a single license in Wauwasota Wisconsin. The odd case highlights lax licensing and prompting local officials to review driving records.
Seven quiz prompts ask for: capital of Alabama amperometer flag stripes counts two men who flew to the North Pole pronunciation metamorphosis former capital of the Turkish empire Sam Snead sport noted race driver killed in the recent Indianapolis 500 and state size ranking.
Guide warns against phrases such as he has a curious way of talking and suggests using terms like odd or singular. Public language advisory aims to prevent biased or speculative judgments in everyday descriptions across media and education.
A 1937 release shows 235 people unemployed in Winchester and Frederick County. The federal weather bureau may set up at Winchester Municipal Airport with four staff members. Plans proceed to form Winchester Municipal League led by John H. Rosenberger, E. B. Cooper, P. G. Ireland, Sam Preston, and Rev. E. T. Clark.
Five years ago the engagement of Miss Lavella Anderson and Jack Widmeyer was announced. A crash near Cedar Creek on obs. route 11 involved Gibson Shull and three others. Police and firemen suspect arson at Diese plant in Shenandoah Boxboard Co. with estimated loss of $30,000.
Ten years ago Mrs. Herbert Larrick was elected president of the Turner Ashby chapter UDC. Col. B. M. Roszel was boosted for state commander of the American Legion. Miss Lillian Jackson was the bride of Mr. Laverne H. Clouser of Reading, Pennsylvania.
Twenty five years ago James Tyler a slick young crook who escaped from the local jail is caught in Vaucluse by J E Cadwallader. Officers and men of Company J celebrate the opening of their new barrack on North Cameron Street with a dance. Thermometers downtown register 101 in the shade the hottest day to date of 1914.
Forty years ago prominent Millwood merchant and former Confederate officer T H Shearer died at his Clarke County home. Esther Harris takes third place in The Star's contest to name the city’s most popular businesswoman. William Bly arrives in the city driving a traction engine from Shenandoah County at an astonishing speed of a mile an hour.
In a column note Hensell and Raye announce a $10,000 prize for the best novel submitted before April 15 open to published and unpublished writers. Eleanor Parrish, burdened by debt and family expenses, resolves to craft a radically different work to win the prize and change her fortunes.
A novelist narrator discusses a plan to write a psychological novel titled Last Breathing Dust while studying psychology. Her husband Phil critiques her talent, urges realism, and proposes a shift to a more grounded Irish family tale. He promises support if she follows his guidance.
In a New York Times analysis, Congressman Dunn of Pennsylvania voices the shared bind for lawmakers facing AFL and CIO pressure. He argues representatives are trapped between labor pressure groups and must weigh the amendments on their merits for the general welfare.
Governor Price argued in a recent speech that the state would assume full cost and responsibility for administering public schools. He said state control would likely be more efficient and economical, signaling a push for centralized education oversight.
The text argues that local control keeps voters engaged and responsive to needs. It claims responsibility lies nearer to residents with better costs and results visible locally. It concedes centralized systems may be more efficient but prioritizes local accountability and service quality.
The United States is seen as a secure repository for European cultural items as gold flows westward. Swiss musician Ernest Levy warned that manuscripts he owns will be left behind in America because they are deemed most secure there, not even in Paris or Basel.
A reader seeks quick factual replies on topics from Mukden demographics to national parks, TV networks, and witch hazel extract. The Q A covers Americans in Mukden, Yellowstone’s founding, number of small towns, 1874 American baseball abroad, RCMP motto, farm land needs, a doll collectors club, networks for TV, and witch hazel production.
In Hollywood chatter Tony Martin's personal appearance tour has stretched to three months with bookings offering him 4500 to 8000 dollars weekly. Industry figures question why such a star with drawing power remains on modest salaries in Hollywood. The column notes rival gossip on Alice Faye and other stars, plus assorted anecdotes about industry life and personal tidbits.
A reader cites Senator Byrd’s 1939 Gettysburg battlefield speech praising unity and patriotism. The letter links the address to American resolve, comparing Byrd to Lincoln and urging copies of the Gettysburg address for inspiration.
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