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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1944
Page
4
The Evening Star from Winchester Virginia dated March 31 1944 carries a church themed verse and a Bible quotation. It notes steady delivery and reader notices for delays. The page includes a short Bible reference from I John and a call for readers to report issues in service.
E. E. Conroy head of the New York FBI office warns that crime may rise after peace due to combat training, juvenile delinquency, and drafted policemen. He cites 10,000 veterans skilled in killing and urges expanded police training and recruitment to deter postwar crime.
A Richmond Times Dispatch piece notes expanding apple uses beyond fresh fruit. Apple syrup could reach 20 million pounds in a year, replacing glycerine in wartime needs and finding roles in food and medicine, broadening the Virginia apple industry prospects.
The Christian Science Monitor critiques the omnibus GI Bill of Rights arguing it favors self help through education and employment aids over pensions. It warns of politically motivated bonuses and jobs preferences, urging Congress to discriminate between worthy veterans and dependents while stressing risk to civil service and self reliance.
The piece argues straight thinking as essential for civilization. It cites Aristotle Dante Bacon Newton Hamilton and Webster as models and says living by truth and loyalty to it builds disciplined minds. It frames straight thinking as powerful for wartime and daily life.
Washington reports from March 31 that a House military sub committee urged immediate action to force 4-F men into essential labor. The panel advised War Department and selective service to place into vital jobs or risk induction, targeting 18 to 37 year olds. Officials expect to use Easter recess for rapid rollout and seek later legislation on veterans benefits.
Seven questions cover Isthmus location Tehuantepec, cardinal number, Grand Canyon State, King James Bible date, Hudson seal fur, Gog and Magog, western US point, violin strings, milk water proportion, and Honolulu’s island location.
Chicago March 31 futures rise marginally as cash grain strength supports opening prices. Wheat oats and rye show fractional gains with July wheat at 1.70 7 8 to 1.71, oats July 79 1 8, rye May 1.30 3 8 to May 1.30 3 8.
Local markets are corrected daily the Star does not assume responsibility for typographical errors.
Washington dispatch analyzes Governor Dewey and his prosecutorial background. It notes his analytical, data driven mind and habit of treating public issues like cases. It rejects isolationist labels and stresses his lack of fixed ism, favoring alliance with Britain and pragmatic judgments.
Pediatric expert Dr. Logan Clendening discusses when tonsil and adenoid removal is warranted in children. He outlines three indications for removal, notes limited evidence that tonsillectomy prevents rheumatic fever, and emphasizes cautious assessment over routine surgery for school children.
Dr Clendening outlines a 450 calorie daily menu for Lent with meals featuring baked apple bread or toast, egg and tomato, broiled liver, spinach and fruit. Beverages include coffee and tea without cream or sugar.
The article lauds Dewey as an effective governor who delegates to capable men, avoids factionalism, and maintains energy despite a demanding schedule. It highlights his 400 acre Duchess county farm, 100 cattle, and casual golf as personal relaxations, noting he is 42 and in strong health.
Syria Verne, a sought after model, is murdered after a quarrel with art photographer Pierre Sturgis. Argus Steele and Ellen Curtis witness a tense scene at the Penguin Club while the investigation unfolds at Roger Flagg’s Fifth Avenue agency.
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