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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1944
Page
4
The Saturday edition dated March 4 1944 lists delivery notices for The Evening Star Winchester with reader advisories and pricing. It includes post office filing, Associated Press affiliation, and circulation details while noting subscription rates for various terms.
A brief religious note cites I Corinthians chapter 12 verses 25 through 31 and emphasizes unity in the body of Christ as members in particular. The text reflects on spiritual gifts and communal participation within the church.
The piece surveys episodes where Congress clashed with presidents from Jefferson to Roosevelt over policy, noting deep convictions behind fights. It cites Randolph, Cleveland, Gorman, Kitchin, and wartime friction, and reflects on evolving executive legislative dynamics and the Barkley-Rosenman era in Roosevelt's era.
The editorial notes MacArthur's landings in the Admiralty Islands expanding air bases and shipping anchors for operations against Rabaul and the New Guinea coast. It discusses by passing Truk and Rabaul, the advancing threat toward Mindanao, and hints at Spruance moving toward the Philippines. It highlights a growing American naval push and trapped Japanese forces in New Britain.
Southern state students of cotton production urge the industry to boost process efficiency to sustain prices. They argue that simply increasing output harms profits and demand.
The article argues cotton production costs lag behind other crops as mechanization expands. It cites per acre costs of cotton at 20.29, corn at 14.83, and wheat at 10.00, with cultivation and harvesting at 12.10 for cotton, 5.49 for corn, and 0.90 for wheat. Until mechanical picking improves, progress relies on better cultivation methods.
In Charleroi Pennsylvania the writer asks if people are as courteous as possible amid busy wartime activity. The piece urges practice of basic politeness through small acts like smiling tipping hats and respecting elders to ease daily troubles and set a good example for children.
An article from Lynchburg News notes United States bomber losses on Great Britain missions over six months averaged 3.1 percent of bombers operating per mission. It argues loss rates alone don’t judge value, since damage to German industry and Luftwaffe strength also matter.
County tally from Berryville event notes Boyce and Clarke records showing totals and standings. Local observers document participant names and scores with precise counts from the day’s proceedings.
One year ago Germans bomb London while RAF harasses targets. On Moscow front Lon front German retreat evacuates. Meat shortage concerns rise in city. Five years ago Roosevelt pledges action against religious persecution. Bonnette attacked by Mandel over foreign policy. Lewis and Martin clash at UAW convention. John Steck becomes president of Farmers and Merchants Bank.
Ten years ago the noted killer Dillinger allegedly walked from jail using a fake weapon while authorities were fooled. In other news the Men's Athletic Club adopted its constitution at Handley Library and residents faced a week to decide on funding the Apple Blossom Festival.
Twenty years on, Costa Rica endures its worst quake in 25 years. A public hearing is announced on raising the school tax rate. Rev. F R Casselman receives a surprise party at Centenary Reformed Church marking his first anniversary as pastor.
Thirty years ago William G. Conrad a Montana mining magnate lies critically ill at his home Montana Hall near White Post The I O O F building is ordered torn down after hurricane damage and hundreds visit Mount Hebron Cemetery to view hurricane damage.
A fragmented quiz page asks seven questions on geography and history including Balkan location, Hawaii volcanism, knot meaning, Commodore Perry, first U S ship sunk by Japan, water softness, tantaliferous ore, a senior American commander in Britain, a Spanish midday nap, and the definition of a cantilever.
Metropolitan Life reports assets topped 6.46 billion with policies paid reaching 29.18 billion in 1943. The firm issued 2.31 billion in life policies as its 75th year, with over 30 million policyholders in the US and Canada.
Lever Brothers and Proctor & Gamble settle patent litigation. Proctor and Gamble will continue to produce Ivory Soap after the settlement, with New York origin noted.
The report describes President Roosevelt’s private reaction to Republican attacks during his third term victory, noting a remark about not fighting the campaign but targeting the advisers around him. It highlights Senate Leader Barkley’s critique of Roosevelt’s inner circle, suggesting a key adviser beyond the Treasury shaped the veto arguments and that Barkley’s break with the White House could shift congressional relations.
The column outlines baby sleep patterns from birth to adolescence, noting continuous sleep early on and varying hours by age. It covers causes of sleeplessness, both physical and psychological, and recommends relaxation steps before bedtime plus cautions about night terrors and feeding schedules.
Diet plan outlined for Lent with daily meals across breakfast lunch and dinner. Includes specific items such as orange slices pot roast broccoli toast lemon ice and various beverages. Notes substitutions and dairy exclusions and a final admonition about fruit dessert and soup options.
The veto is described as a political act aimed at boosting Roosevelt with left wing supporters while sidelining Congress. Barkley gains stature amid White House friction as the tax bill becomes law, leaving roiling tensions but no violence.
By dialing 3424 readers may share social notices about entertaining guests returning home or hosting events. The Star plans to publish all such items on this page for community updates.
Mallory Baker and Richard Blythe discuss German spies posing as archaeologists while planning steps to trap them. Armando ferries Mallory through an art filled outing with Prism sleeping and Prism’s absent maid. Sandy teases Mallory about public attention as they arrive at the Palace of Fine Arts for rehearsal.
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