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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1946
Page
4
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Winston Churchill urged the United Nations Security Council to address the Soviet Union’s failure to evacuate Iranian troops and the Dar danelles issue. He warned that Russia’s veto power as a Big Five member renders the Council powerless, risking the UN’s credibility and effectiveness.
The article traces the evolution of the income tax from 1913 to 1946, noting exemptions, rates, and who paid. It contrasts World War I era rates with today, showing how exemptions and taxes have shifted for married and single filers, and highlights the growing reach of the tax system.
Former interior secretary Harold L. Ickes becomes executive chairman of the Independent Citizens' Committee of the Arts Sciences and Professions, aiming to mobilize 9 to 10 million independent voters. James Roosevelt notes party labels are meaningless as leaders face a broad political reorientation. The group draws members mainly from two geographic regions.
The piece argues that many independents distrust liberal allies and the phrase peace and democracy. It notes Ickes' committee reflects Democratic ferments, aiming to keep the party to the left of center. Outcome depends on the next two election cycles.
The ABC Board report for the year ended June 30 shows Franklin County leading with 100 of 701 illicit stills seized in the Fifth District, a figure suggesting either heavy moonshine activity or strong law enforcement compared with neighboring Patrick County which had 49. The News seeks Franklin’s response on whether the statistics reflect a real first in distilling or in enforcement.
A commentary denounces an Ohio governorship hopeful for using money throwing tactics to draw crowds. The piece argues such circus stunts misfit the governorship and belong in Congress where wasteful spending has become habitual.
Dr Hunter McGuire announced Homer E Alberti of Kansas City Kansas was elected administrator in February and will assume duties about April 1. A kite flying contest is scheduled tomorrow at 2 o clock at Virginia Avenue School with many boys registered. Gus Haines says he killed the first snake of the current season.
Ten years earlier William F Thomson of Buckroe Beach Va buys the first auto license tag here. Handley adds Berryville and Anacostia to its 1940 football schedule. The Star publishes six extra pages for Easter ads.
Motor officer Clark had a serious fall when his motorcycle escaped control at the Main and Ger ard streets and Valley avenue intersection. He sustained a badly hurt foot and numerous bruises. J N Whitacre and family of Winchester bought a brand new Ford touring car from a local garage and Whitacre was arrested for driving without license tags before leaving the block.
Captain John Massey collapsed unconscious in his saloon due to a heart attack. Hugh Gordon Miller serves as district attorney for Virginia. Mrs. Willa Cather, a Frederick County native, gains fame as a notable author.
Washington reports hint at a broader shakeup in global aid as Hoover is cited to assess food needs and supplies while Lehman of UNRRA is reportedly ill and considering resignation. The piece contrasts Truman and Hoover approaches to famine relief and criticizes UNRRA's track record.
A brief editorial note says planners confront the realities of bread and meals, drawing a parallel to the handling of foreign policy and real life resource challenges.
A quiz page asks seven questions on earthquakes ocean travel diplomats pay raises voyages vetoes a famed Vienna surgeon and military and price admin topics. It seeks names, dates, and facts from historic figures and events.
A veteran captain haunted by submarine danger over a North Atlantic convoy expresses mortal fear of the sea. In a wardroom moment he reveals belief in astrology as meaning and fate, then recovers composure after landing in Britain with provisions and a cheerful relief from his dread.
Earl L. Douglas D D argues that many live far from God with sins alienating them from His purpose. Jesus offers a renewed heart and forgiveness, requiring surrender of the worldly self. Salvation comes through grace as the power over sin is broken and spiritual life begins.
Capon Springs W V March 16 Mr and Mrs Kenneth Reynolds and family of Star Tannery visited in the home of Mr and Mrs B G Brill Elias Anderson accompanied F W Nesmith to Baltimore Sunday night Sunday visitors were Mr and Mrs Roy Orndorff of Yellow Springs Mrs Ida Miller and son L F Miller dined with Mr and Mrs Fred Nesmith Business shoppers from this community traveled to Winchester on Saturday including Mr John Doyal Mr and Mrs Ashby Himelright and family Mr and Mrs Fred Nesmith and son Douglas Elias Anderson and Mr and Mrs Nelson Cooper
Miss Dorothy Felty visits Middletown from Washington. Rev. R B Moore spends week in Richmond for Evangelistic Visitation. Ruby Everly improving after hospital admission. Alberta Martin visits Jessie Reely. Sunday guests at Elizabeth McInturff home were Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Frye of Winchester. Henry apartments vacated by the Karacoffes now occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Golliday.
Chicago March 16 George Mikan a Joliet Illinois high school standout and DePaul law student signed a five year contract for 60 000 to play for the Chicago American Bears of the National Basketball League making him the highest paid player in professional basketball history.
Two World War I veterans Fountain and Ralph M. Shuck volunteered to canvass for voter registration. They visited homes, returned to the County Registrar of Voters for more books, and when asked for new books replied they had accomplished their purpose as they found houses to rent.
A holdup man robbed an Anderson movie theater box of 300 dollars. Inside the theater the film The Bandit of Sher wood Forest was showing. No injuries reported. Police investigate the motive and suspect a lone thief.
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