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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1935
Page
4
Public notice of advertising rates for multiple papers. Details include 2 cents per word for classified copy with headings and addresses, memorials priced at 1.50 for four stanzas, and 75 cents for cards of thanks. Display ads with border due by 10 AM on publication day. transient rate 42 cents per inch. National reps listed.
A standard policy statement from the Associated Press confirms exclusive rights to republish AP dispatches and all local news published in the paper. It outlines reprint rules and credited material.
A shortened citation of Proverbs 17 22 about a merry heart and a broken spirit. The line notes how joy nourishes health while sorrow weakens the bones.
The housing division of the public works administration will provide rental quarters for 38 125 families through 49 federally owned projects costing an estimated ee e. Thirteen large apartment projects in nine cities will house 18 705 families at a cost of 79 807 000. The subsistence homestead division plans 6 612 houses for families with incomes from 600 to 1200 dollars annually, costing 2 000 to 4 000 dollars each. Rural rehabilitation builds rural industrial communities with completed Woodlake Texas homes for 100 families costing 1 500 to 1 700 dollars. Red House West Virginia has 153 houses nearly done and Mississippi County Arkansas has 139 of 700 houses finished. The Home Owners' Loan Corporation holds mortgages on 721 962 homes with an average loan of 3 025 dollars totaling 2 184 060 497 dollars.
At an American Dietetics Association meeting the drop in milk vegetables and fruits consumption is linked to low income and tighter budgets. The American Child Health Association says health has endured thanks to prior nutrition but warns the depression's health impact will be discouraging as fresh produce and dairy grow harder to obtain.
A New York Times report examines political loyalty to the United front amid shifting party lines and rising internal pressure. Analysts weigh implications for policy support and public alignment within the administration and opposition groups.
A Baltimore and Ohio patchers meeting discusses higher wages at a town event. A woman foots a man at Quicksburg for an alleged insult. William Preston, a Black man, is found guilty at Bedford for the slaying of a Winchester resident. A Southern Railway train is delayed near Harrisonburg as a culvert burns away.
The text contrasts modern warfare with legendary places like Salamis and Athens, noting how history mocks postmasters and how actual sites remain meaningful beyond guns and bombs. It cites Xerxes, Greek galleys, and naval maps filled with Salamis and nearby islands, blending myth with present conflict.
The piece argues pink slips in income tax returns are unjust and invasive, hurting honest taxpayers and provoking snooping. It notes Congress prep to repeal the provision and allow destruction of pink slips, with Treasury reportedly in favor. If publicity is kept, reports should reveal essential tax facts.
One year ago City Council adopted a resolution asking the state to rebuild Route 50. A taxi passenger relieved Franklin Potts of his Packard on Valley Avenue. The liquor act takes effect March 22. Three convicts were shot during an escape attempt in Texas. Peery tax bill becomes a Senate special order.
Five years ago the Appeals Court prepared to pass on the park land dispute. Virginia trips aided President Hoover's fitness regime. The Little Theatre saw rising interest locally. City voters numbered 3 612. Wide ten years ago three convicts escaped a camp near Double Tollgate. Confederate veteran Peter Hopwood died in Cumberland at an old age. Captain Kurtz, a Stonewall Brigade officer, marked his 87th birthday. Miss Mary Pauline Van Meter wed J Neill Grant. Miss Odella Alberta Fries wed Robert Lee Laing. Twenty five years ago Professor Hutcheson of the Middle-
Offers machine shop services for any size job across all branches of machine work. Claims estimates prove helpful and invites a visit to the modern plant or a call, emphasizing capabilities. Aimed at attracting inquiries and inspections.
Precipitation in the past 24 hours ends at 8 a m shows 0 3 inches March to date 0 3 inches year to date 5 53 inches. The Winchester Laboratory 22 year average is 34 61 inches per year. Monthly averages listed by month range from January 2 35 to December 2 30 inches.
Kernstown School announces February honor roll. First grade students include Anna Marie Curl and Maxine Driver among others. Second grade lists Philip Bayliss Roy Donald Richard Grove Meredith Himelright. Third grade features Charles DeHaven Allen Jones Jack Worsley. Fourth grade includes Jack Anderson Roy Bayliss Albert Fincham Raymond Gibbs. Fifth grade lists Harold Cooper Ralph Lamp Carson Terault Betty Jane Clark Helen Grove Virginia Omps. Sixth grade names Donald Ashwood Clovis Bucher Ralph Snapp Emily Grove and Virginia Jenkins.
Residual estate valued about 25000 dollars from Lucy T. Doyle who died in New York on February 18 will go to the nuns in charge of St. Joseph's College in Emmitsburg Maryland. Terms of the will were filed yesterday.
Advertises S S S as a tonic to boost digestion and blood strength. Claims improved appetite, sleep, nerves, and complexion with two sizes, economy and regular, urging readers to start treatment today. Mentions consult a physician for organic trouble and notes product sold in drug stores.
Chicago March 7. Theodore Adams tried to boil an egg for himself and exploded the stove setting fire to his bachelor quarters. He was severely burned and taken to a hospital. Landlord Mary Maros sprained an ankle in the rescue. Smoke drove a dozen tenants to the street and traffic along State Street and Chicago Avenue was tied up for half an hour. Adams vowed to eat in restaurants from now on.
The State Division of Motor Vehicles will mail 400 000 registration cards for 1935 motor vehicle licenses. John Q Rhodes Jr director announced license tags go on sale at clerks offices and other points. Issuing of the new tags on March 15 is seen as a rush trigger for car sales statewide.
Broadway critics name Katharine Cornell and Elizabeth Bergner as the two outstanding actresses of the season. The all male judging panel found no male actor in unanimous approval. The annual poll highlights the top dramatic performances on Broadway.
The article notes a poll selecting top actors with Helen Hayes and George M. Cohan or Henry Hull as earlier choices. Pierre Fresnay narrowly missed sweeping votes for his role in Noah, while an Australian stage and screen star admired in Escape Me Never faced Nazi bans in Germany.
Verbon E Kemp secretary of Charlottesville Chamber of Commerce appointed general secretary of the State Chamber of Commerce. Colonel LeRoy Hodges managing director announced the revival of the post after a three year vacancy due to 1935 expansion. Kemp, native of Alabama, a 1920 Washington and Lee graduate, has led Charlottesville commerce efforts for years.
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