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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1937
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star is published daily except Sundays by The Evening Star Publishing Co. in Winchester Virginia. Subscriptions listed include one year in advance for $3.50 and six months for $1.10.
A devotional line emphasizes pure religion as visiting orphans and widows in their affliction and keeping oneself unstained from the world. The quotation asserts faith expressed through charitable acts and moral integrity.
Associates have had ample time to become acquainted with him as presiding officer, a post he will hold if elected lieutenant governor. They have come to know and respect him as a man and legislator through this long association.
A study for the 1937 Yearbook of the National Association of Housing Officials warns of a nationwide housing shortage of unprecedented severity unless drastic measures are taken. Estimates vary, with some predicting up to one million new dwellings yearly, while public low rent housing would add only about 1,000 annually.
State Senator William A. Wright of Tappahannock, campaign manager for Senator Baxon W. Holt, says the majority of the State Senate backs Holt for lieutenant governor. The piece highlights Holt’s long service including terms as president pro tem of the Senate.
A 33 year old New York State Supreme Court justice is praised for rapid achievement after college and law school. Dr James G Gilkey challenges contemporaries by saying true success rests not on wealth or fame but loyalty to tradition, hidden powers, community tasks, and future life contributions.
The piece argues the tax scandal prompts public reflection on tax law fairness. It credits J Pierpont Morgan with pointing to paying taxes as legal, not moral, and notes many avoidable taxes and penalties while Congress relies on tax experts. The author hopes Morgan’s words spark simplified, clearer tax legislation.
A Clarke County employer is urged to review an employee’s work record when considering an advancement. The article emphasizes the value of documented performance as a basis for promotion.
A wave of praise followed Roosevelt toward a second nomination at the Democratic convention. Four tennis courts at Rouss Springs will officially open tomorrow with Charles Beaver in charge. Lion Hoye Riley earns 4 Masters Key for recruiting 12 new members at the state convention. State officials plan to attend Skyline Drive opening on July 3.
Democratic convention debate questions who will be nominated for the presidency between Roosevelt Ritchie or Byrd. Margaret Frances Richards reelected head of the state Christian Endeavor. Winchester police offer 25000 reward for Lindbergh baby kidnapping. V F W Post members depart for Lexington convention. Local awards include Rossman 1000, McIntyre 250, Dove 100, Spauld 25. Scout battery Canter and Hawkins beat Front Royal 10 to 1.
Farmers celebrate $260 per ton alfalfa as government backs a new discovery of strong food value. Edward M. while going Barr is paralyzed at his brick factory. Mary Heironimus falls at home near Whit acre and is severely injured. Wilson is acclaimed at the Democratic convention in Baltimore, disrupting business for over half an hour.
Two Yale graduates traveling on a tandem wheel from New Haven to Atlanta, Ga., have been on the road two weeks. Edward Harper reports a pet bird dog was threatened by poisoning. Mrs. John C. Coe suffered burns from kerosene dropped on her head by a tree where boys burned tent caterpillars. A tarantula sighting at Haddox's Grocery sparks concern after a clerk saw a large insect jump from banana cargo. Historic note: June 26, 1870, Atlantic City Boardwalk opens.
Saxon W. Holt, veteran Virginia State Senator for 34 years and 15 years as President Pro Tem, seeks voters endorsement. The letter argues his experience, budget committee work, road financing advocacy, and service on state committees justify entrusting him with the lieutenant governor role to preside over the State Senate.
Reader can ask The Evening Star Information Bureau for factual answers. The column lists varied Q A pairs covering topics from fireproofing fabrics to historical flags, weighing air, national figures, and prison journalism.
The column notes opponents fear a Senate filibuster over a court bill and predicts the president may gain sympathy without extra drama. It also mocks a massive HR 7079 highway appropriation, arguing such vast funds suit government projects while farmers seek practical roads.
Sandy Knight, a radio announcer, flees embarrassment after a fan letter mix up. He meets Marcia Madden, the prankish granddaughter of an idle grandma who wrote letters pretending Jamie and Alicia exist. Their beach encounter ends with reconciliation and a future as friends.
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