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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1938
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star records H. F. Byrd Jr as editor and notes publication details. It shows standard masthead language about post office entry as second class matter and the publisher, Evening Star Publishing Co. of Winchester Virginia.
Rates appear to list subscription costs for various delivery methods. The readable items reference advance prices, monthly charges, weekly options, and per-issue payments, indicating a periodical pricing structure for different service levels.
Display ad deadlines are 9 PM the day before publication. Classifieds cost 2 cents per word with a 25 cent minimum. memorials and cards of thanks priced per counted line. display ads bordered by 3t must be sent to the office. National reps listed: needham, Query Inc. in multiple cities.
A religious verse from Psalm age 8 is quoted on May 6 1938 noting fear in the absence of danger and praising God for scattering adversaries. The brief entry frames the theme as divine protection and moral fortitude.
Editor Peter Molyneaux told the American Cotton Association that in the four years ending July 1 1938 foreign mills used 18 million bales more of foreign cotton while U S production dropped by 9.5 million, risking a grave national issue. He cites apple growers as harmed by tariff policies and lauds Cordell Hull for pursuing sane tariff reform and reciprocal trade agreements to regain foreign markets.
John Oliver praises veteran mentors Glenn Warner Amos Alonzo Stagg and UVA figures Johnny LaRowe Archie Hahn for sustained success. He notes older coaches win in football boxing track while younger rivals struggle, highlighting LaRowe still producing winning ring teams and Olympic sprinters from 1904 1906 era.
A National League of Women Voters member argues women are overly frugal with money, even when spending could benefit local projects and causes. The remark contrasts common views about women as spenders.
A discussion notes that men often view women as the spenders while men themselves spend more freely when handling funds. It suggests men neglect saving small amounts and nickels and pennies, reflecting on household budgeting dynamics.
Senator Pepper secures a decisive victory in Florida's Democratic primary over four rivals, avoiding a runoff. Representative Wilcox was his main challenger, with former Governor Shultz far behind. Pepper campaigned with Roosevelt administration support and faced questions about WPA payrolls and federal spending.
Richmond News Leader reports France faces a likely franc devaluation as Premier Daladier and advisers meet in Paris. Speculation centers on 35 francs per dollar and 17 francs per pound, worsening hardship for savers and threatening the republic’s currency and industrial base.
Engineers will inspect the Merriman Spring flow before offering it for city use at an undisclosed sum. The 14th Apple Blossom festival opens in Winchester tomorrow with fair weather predicted for both days. A German airliner named Hindenburg exploded after landing at Lakehurst, New Jersey, killing 30 aboard.
Clarke Cooper plays a cynical role in The Second Man marking his first appearance on the local stage. Robert Patton to pitch against the Park Sunday for Bunker Hill. he is a former Winchester player. Six couples from nearby communities obtain marriage licenses during the two day festival.
Highway officials counted 60 000 vehicles entering Winchester during the two day Apple Blossom Festival. Mrs. Woodrow Wilson and a party visited the city while touring the area. Mr and Mrs C N Cooper marked their 50th wedding anniversary on May 3 at their Kernstown home. Mr and Mrs James Piper Jr of Baltimore Md are on their Bermuda honeymoon after their April 25 wedding.
Twenty five years ago Clarke county resident Paul D. Kelly dies at Retreat Farm by the Shenandoah River. Rev. Julian Broaddus and daughter Florence injured when a wheel rolls off their buggy en route to a location. Miss Childe Glynn and Harry Carbaugh marry on April 26. Large barn of Charles Tanquary burns, destroying horses hogs and produce.
Forty years ago a French freight and passenger vessel, armed, was caught trying to break the U S blockade around Cuba by a U S fleet. A falling timber damaged interior improvements at Christ Episcopal Church. Seven miles remain to wire telephones to Winchester and Martinsburg. Dr J L Whitlock buys a half interest in his uncle’s business.
A mixed set of trivia Q A prompts covers biographies sports figures laws and language from 1930s style quizzes. Topics include Who's Who in New York, British politics, watches, armor versus modern strength, classic quotes, boxing deaths, the Agricultural Adjustment Act, Japanese snake eating, debunking bores, aviation training in Sag South, war’s prevention, Napoleon burial, safety glass, the fennec fruit, panda names, Miami divorce trends, and Carl Hubbell’s screwball pitching beginnings.
The Florida primary yields are analyzed as a hinge for Congress votes. Pepper’s strong showing, the poll tax repeal boosting new voters, and Roosevelt and Farley actions shape expectations for fall elections in the Senate and House.
Garry Page, New York columnist, returns from abroad and finds Barbara Kingsley’s party spiraling out of control. Julia’s guests include Jimmy Minton, a married playboy, triggering tensions that force Barbara and Garry to confront trust and safety in a city scene.
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