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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1944
Page
4
The Evening Star notices conform to postal orders and urges subscribers to report delivery issues. It lists The Star Publishing Co of Winchester Virginia and National Representatives DelLisser Inc New York. Advertising rates and deadlines are noted with a March 28 1944 date and a Bible verse quotation.
The piece argues Hitler will defend the Balkans with German forces, Hungary’s occupation shows reliance on core troops, and warns of a looming realignment of German armies as the Russian offensive intensifies. It notes potential Moscow Britain and US consultation amid Balkan instability.
The article states that wartime rationing has not caused the predicted distress in America. It recalls alarmists who forecast mass unemployment of driving or widespread car failures by April 1944, but notes that highways remain usable and most Americans are not distressed by shortages.
Despite worn cars and scarce goods after Pearl Harbor Americans keep moving and thrift is evident. People ride in aging machines, wash less, and rationed butter and meat do not dim the sturdy look of locals as they travel on rubber.
Reprinted from Danville's Register American urges better conduct by soldiers and civilians in Great Britain and Danville. It cites General Eisenhower's guidance to avoid inappropriate motor use, excessive drinking, loud language, and public indecency. The piece condemns street vulgarity and urges respectful public behavior.
Fredericksburg may see major upgrades in farm machinery after the war with lighter machines using aluminum and plastics. Plans include improved cotton pickers, hay chopping devices, self-propelled combines, and new counters, aiming to cut labor and boost efficiency.
Allied forces advance toward the coast as Rommel’s troops pull back amid heavy losses. Army and Navy chiefs outline plans for a campaign against Japan while Russian units contend with mud in the Smolensk region.
Five years ago Franco’s forces were advancing while Germany warned Poland to remain independent. Chamberlain told the House of Commons that further trade understandings with Hitler were impossible. A three man conciliatory board for the automobile industry was formed. William C. Stuart Sr., a well known Newport News attorney, died.
Mrs. Herbert S. Larrick becomes the first woman elected to Winchester City School Board. Meanwhile Mrs. Mary Jane Boden of Brucetown dies after a lingering illness at 69. Former resident Mr. John Summers dies in a Staunton hospital.
The community prepares a large school fair set for April 24 featuring a parade of about 3000 students. John Bond is recovering from pneumonia. Pauline Evelyn Wingfield aged two died at her Gainesboro parents home.
Forty years ago Mr. T. C. Adams of Gainesboro received a surprise party. Chandeliers are being purchased for the Braddock Street M. E. Church. Mr. A. P. Conner is ill at his home. Mr. N. W. Solenberger was elected president of Frederick County Fruit Growers. Mr. Samuel R. Atwell leads in the Star Watch Contest. Mr. John Sartelle of S Market Street reports a hen that laid two eggs at once.
A quiz asking who commands the Allied invasion force in Britain, which ocean the international date line crosses, corrections to a ration sentence, if Washington DC equals the District, sun diameter options, state nicknames, Shawal month, Ten Commandments alias, song authors, and where undeliverable letters go.
Myr E M Funk, chairman of the County AAA Committee, reminds farmers to sign their 1944 Agricultural Conservation Program Farm Plans immediately. The office is open daily 8:30 a m to 5:30 p m this week including Saturday. Without a signed plan, farmers may be barred from receiving conservation materials like Superphosphate, fertilizer, limestone, and lime during 1944.
Col. Pierre Cristofini confessed at a military tribunal that he came to Tunisia in December 1942 to recruit troops against U S forces. He claimed dealings with high German officers and recruitment of 400 Frenchmen, though only 130 enlisted amid fears they would fight Frenchmen.
Worden contrasts Japanese wartime bravery propaganda with American emphasis on being smart. He cites battles in the Pacific including Wake Island, Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Kwajalein and Eniwetok. The piece analyzes how Japanese soldiers seek honor through fearless charges while Americans focus on strategy and restraint.
The column discusses early signs of middle age like morning dizziness and slower circulation. It cites Dr. Starr's Penn study on rising circulation, explains how recumbency aids the heart, and notes age-related vascular changes with practical medical Q A about ear cleaning and cancer symptoms in stool.
The weekly plan outlines a 500 calorie diet for Lent with meals including breakfast of apple sauce oatmeal milk coffee, lunch a toasted cheese sandwich and tomato salad, dinner baked stuffed mushrooms and salad. It emphasizes no sugar in beverages and simple dressings.
Itchy moto joins Saki in battle with homeland exhortations to be a hero. He shouts Banzai and sometimes blows himself up, presenting a grim portrait of ritual conflict and bravado.
Irene Gonsowski and William C. Bostjanick sought marriage in Pittsburgh on March 28 but found Squire Arthur J McGiverns unavailable. The squire was performing in a minstrel show at Oakmont High School and conducted a mock ceremony before cast members with the janitor as witness, insisting the wedding was legal despite his makeup.
London exhibit showcases Yugo- Slavic works with Royal Academy featuring Peter upies Belgrade 1938 oil titled Royal Still-Life. The painting depicts a glass vase with flowers on a yellow table set against a blue backdrop.
Everett Leggett, former Marine sergeant, survived Guadalcanal then was wounded in Brisbane after a taxi ride. He spent nearly a year in hospital and was discharged recently. He now works at Willys-Overland assisting to turn out Jeeps.
Inspector Grange visits novelist Argus Steele as the murder of Syria Verne unravels. Ellen Curtis and Pierre Sturgis are linked to the case while Argus recalls old ties to Syria, once Lucy Callahan, with a faded Jones Beach photo surfacing.
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