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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1944
Page
10
Wendell R. Barney, chairman of the War Finance Committee for Winchester and Frederick County, thanks civic organizations for their strong participation in the war loan drive. He notes the drive’s success reflects the community’s pride and expresses appreciation to all clubs and leaders involved.
In the Clerk's Office of Winchester on February 28 1944 Sallie Messick plaintiff sues Isaac Loker William Loker Bertha Coffman Ira Warren LaRue Stone Stover J Messick defendants to partition or sell the decedent Sallie Messick realty and convert assets to cash for debts and distribution. Unknown heirs and nonresidents ordered to appear within ten days after publication with notices to be posted and mailed, publication in Winchester Evening Star for four weeks, next Rule Day March 6 1944.
Allied forces under General MacArthur seize Momote in the Admiralty Islands, severing Japanese supply lines to New Guinea bases including Rabaul. About 50,000 Japanese are surrounded as the push narrows the path to the Philippines and East Indies. Mountbatten reports a decisive victory in Arakan Burma with 4,500 Japanese killed or wounded.
Multiple small ads seek good used furniture insurance debits for Winchester Shenandoah Valley jobs dishwasher waiter metronome car needed for postwar opportunities and various sale items including horses Plymouth coupe kitchen cabinet baby carriage and Dodge sedan.
Two girls aged 16 to 25 needed for office work and typing at Western Union in Winchester. Also a male or boy over 16 sought as helper at Underwood's. Lumber demand for 2x4 boards listed with contact 4728. Youth draft exempt applicant sought for driving car duties at Trianon Restaurant.
Fragmentary report notes that British land troops are expected to arrive to bolster defenses at Akyab, with a warning that Japanese attacks may intensify before relief arrives. The passage reflects the uncertain frontline situation and strategic concern over supply lines.
Dr. and Mrs. T. M. Swann of Staunton Virginia express gratitude for condolences after the death of Edgar. They note comfort from friends in the city where they spent six years, and affirm faith in God while honoring those who offered support. Dated February 29, 1944.
The Rev. J. S. Duckwall, pastor of Highland Avenue Presbyterian Chapel, announces a series of evangelistic services at 7 30 tonight and each evening through March 12 except Saturday. The Rev. John M. Duckwall will be guest evangelist and W. C. Miller will lead the song service.
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