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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1941
Page
4
Biblical verse reflection cites John 12.27 28 as a call to endure hardship and seek divine aid. The speaker voices troubled soul and urgent plea for salvation before duty. The passage anchors in faith under trial.
A Fort Wayne man staged a sitdown strike against seven in-law relatives overstaying at his home. He used a davenport and a chair with a sign reading Dad on sitdown till in-laws and outlaws leave, plus a dummy picket for watch. The action drew attention as a nonviolent protest with broad moral support from other harried breadwinners and potential labor union interest.
The Ways and Means Committee tentatively approves a tax bill likely to draw strong opposition due to higher rates on the lowest income group. Legislators fear voter reaction at next year’s election and note corporate and higher brackets already near the confiscation point.
Dr Thomas J Meyers president of the American College of Neuropsychiatrists told the Philadelphia meeting that about 52 percent of Americans are neurotic to some degree. He outlined a breakdown by birth and personality type and urged a clinical shift to an innerly purposeful treatment approach.
Reprinted editorial notes German forces advancing against Russia will meet a formidable barrier described as a Chinese Wall spanning about 1,300 miles. The piece highlights strategic challenges and predicts heavy resistance as operations unfold.
The article details a three-line fortress system in depth with reinforced concrete positions and redoubts in the Carpathians near Podgautzi Khioutchiki and Voronov. It notes 300,000 workers, Podol inspection by General Zenchemko, and coastal defenses under Colonel Mairov. German attack is attributed to belief defenses are unfinished.
The piece argues Hitler's pivot to Russia relieves Britain and eases pressure while reshaping U.S. involvement. It urges accelerating arming with a large mechanized army a vast navy and the strongest air force, to prepare for a long global conflict.
The piece argues against aiding the Soviet Union in World War II, contrasting the four freedoms with the alleged tyranny of Stalin. It suggests Americans would resist sending men, ships, planes, guns, and tanks to fight for Stalin and the USSR, deeming it a dangerous break from US aims.
Announcement is made of the marriage on Saturday in Stephen son of Miss Katherine Glass De Haven and Jane Gano. The report notes a public event with families and community members attending.
The city records show over 70 marriages to date in Winchester, higher than 64 in the same period in 1930 and 54 in 1929. Also notes aviators Wiley Post and Harold Getty in Siberia predicting a world span in 10 days.
The University of Washington varsity eight won the four mile intercollegiate race at Poughkeepsie with Ted Crawhart leading the Huskies to victory by two lengths over California. Cor Lays placed third and Syracuse fourth as Washington extended its superiority.
Reader can get answers to any fact by writing to the Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau. Frederic J. Haskin is director in Washington, D. C. Enclose three cents for reply.
A Caribbean storm devastated Easthampton years ago, wrecking trees beaches and buildings while one old house survived. A famed playwright recalls childhood memories in Easthampton and writes lyrics inspired by an Italian peasant girl, sending verses to composer Henry E Bishop who created the matching air.
Edwin C. Hill notes that even a raging storm could not touch the tune as a hurricane passed by John Howard Payne's Home Sweet Home in a reflection on enduring melodies.
The slender, fastidious reformer of stage and society, precocious at fifteen with a theatrical review, won admiring friends including Henry Brevoort and Washington. famed for charm and stage success in New York and England.
Sun guidance advises slow gradual tanning to avoid burns with tips on pre sun preparations. Historical remedies include vinegar baking soda oil recipes and cooling teas with cautions for blonds redheads. Also notes medical questions on cataracts and general health calculations with varying calorie needs.
The article recalls John Howard Payne born June 9 in Easthampton and dying in Tunis in 1852. It notes his song first appeared in 1823 and gained lasting fame through two world wars, inspiring young men in battle and remaining wildly popular well into the present.
The page lists seven quiz questions about anthropology paleography World War hunger and language spelling. Topics include anthropophagi, Little Miss Muffet, Food Administrator roles, lunar eclipses, Esperanto, Knox career, state capitals with PF, questionnaire spelling, chariots and rope materials.
A language tip notes not to say I must go and lay down but rather lie down. It explains the distinction between lay and lie and offers guidance on correct usage in everyday speech.
William L. Shirer told the University of Virginia Institute of Public Affairs that England could deliver a knockout blow to Germany by destroying Ruhr industries if Britain acts within six weeks. He argued German morale is strong yet conflicted, and Hess could be used by Hitler as a peace signal and to open a Russian attack.
M. G. A. W. K. Piper, founder of the Piper Aircraft Corporation, is identified in the report as the Henry Ford of aviation for his impact on light airplanes.
Question and answer set covering trivia on military graduation numbers, biblical quotes, Pacific geography, press patron saint, poetry origin, Gold Star Mothers tours, weather terminology, night baseball history, and Columbus appearance. The standout fact is a 425 member graduation class at the United States Military Academy.
An up to date dictionary offering 20000 commonly used words plus supplements on current words mispronunciations abbreviations foreign phrases word origins and derived forms. A handy home office or school reference priced at twenty five cents postpaid with coupon return to Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau.
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