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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1937
Page
4
Advertising guidelines and billing details for The Winchester Evening Star Elgin Star Publishing Co. provide rates for subscriptions memorials and classified ads. Notices about deadlines formats and national ad reps are listed for Winchester Virginia readers.
A terse religious quotation from Luke 6 28 urging blessings on those who curse and prayers for those who mistreat you, reflecting themes of mercy and forgiveness in Christian teaching.
The article reflects on the 18th anniversary of the Versailles Treaty amid criticism. It argues the pact collapsed under pressure from allied leaders and popular clamors, displacing Germans and enabling Adolf Hitler’s rise, while noting Woodrow Wilson’s mixed legacy and Byrd’s warning about victory and danger.
The article describes a traditional Virginia dining custom for corn on the cob. It notes the hostess criticizes corn on the cob as a dish for dinner and then explains the method: simmer ten minutes in milk, cool about two minutes, and offer to diners before the host rises.
The host silences guests for a quarter hour after the toast. A brick truck pass, a baby cries, or a domestic dispute is staged as a last resort. The radio is turned on to muffle crunching. After each guest eats three ears in silence, conversation resumes.
The Staunton News Leader argues Senator Page backs a large cut in automobile license taxes to gain support in his own section, but warns western Virginia opposes letting Tidewater bear road costs. It notes Virginia's high registrations, rising road mileage, and that reduced licenses would hurt funding while gasoline tax revenue may not compensate.
Two morning papers ceased publication yesterday the New York American and the Tacoma Daily Ledger. The American, owned by Hearst, consolidates with the Mirror while its Sunday circulation is preserved. staff concerns are noted as many workers were first-rate men.
The Winchester Evening Star reports apple growers in Virginia fear falling consumption and plan an ad campaign to boost demand under the slogan Two Apples a Day. They question whether to tie the second apple to a local nuisance and promote daily consumption to protect profits and orchards.
Farmers scan skies for rain amid burnt vegetation and swirling dust in the Midwest. Nearby sports note: Winchester club edges Loudoun in Bi State golf at Martinsburg course with local players mentioned.
Twenty five years ago an auto driven by George Reynolds was struck by a southbound train near Williamsport. The incident prompted an investigation into railway safety and impacted local traffic plans. Clark led Wilson by 116 votes in the national Democratic convention contest for the presidential candidacy. P W Rouss, son of notable Winchester benefactor Charles B Rouss, bought a new yacht in Scotland capable of 32 knots.
Forty years ago the corner stone of the South End Hose Company is laid without ceremony. P. P. Meade of Charlottesville signs by telegram and will line up for the next game with the local ball team. Shenandoah Normal College is incorporated with B. J. Hillange as representative of Reliance Institute. Miss Mable Swanson hosts a party at her parents’ home on East Leicester Street.
Historic report notes the first California to Hawaii flight completed on June 29 1927. The achievement marks a milestone for long distance aviation with pilots expressing pride in crossing the Pacific.
The text discusses apple growers seeking a catchy slogan to complete "Two apple days." It weighs options and suggests running a contest to craft a memorable line. The aim is to boost public interest in apples, regardless of the final wording.
John Wood Fishburne, longtime state and country servant, died at his Charlottesville home. A judge and former congressman, he was known for mercy in justice, calm leadership, and a decisive political strategy to defeat Garber in 1930. He served one term and declined reoffer out of courtesy.
Reader can obtain factual answers by writing The Evening Star Information Bureau directed by Frederic J. Haskin in Washington DC. Enclose three cents for reply.
A collage of trivia exchanges covering cash retail shares 67.8 percent, education leaders naming Paul Klapper as Queens City College president, Goshen Hambletonian date August 11, and World War deaths estimated at 12 618 000. Includes terms sphere of influence pronunciation Advent of Bergen and McCarthy debut December 17 1936.
Henry Clay Smith of Boyce Virginia writes to The Evening Star editor urging Congress to curb the New Deal, attack labor policy, and oppose anti lynching efforts while praising labor responsibility and condemning strike actions. He cites relief waste and calls for direct relief reform and fiscal restraint.
In a sunlit Florida setting, radio announcer Sandy Knight visits La Cresta with Marcia Madden, a commercial artist. He weighs romance against her career as they share adventures from beach swims to picnics while pondering a future together.
Marcia and Sandy clash over advertising's role in stirring desires. She argues ads educate and motivate while promoting progress. he jokes about greed and old age, then the pair swim together and share a moment of accord.
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