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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1935
Page
4
The notice outlines advertising price structures for The Morning News Item The Weekly News The Weekly Times and The Weekly Mirror. It lists 2 cents per word with a 25 cent minimum and memorials at 1.50 for four stanzas and 75 cents for cards of thanks. Display ads with border due by 10 A M on publication day with transient rates 42 cents per inch. National reps are Devine Tenney Corp in major cities.
A brief note states that the Associated Press retains exclusive rights to publish news dispatches credited to it or not, and to any local news published in the paper. The notice underscores copyright ownership of AP content and local material within the publication.
A devotional verse excerpt quotes Psalm 67 5 7 urging universal praise to God. It emphasizes blessing on the lands and reverent fear among all ends of the earth in a liturgical voice.
The Senate and House express gratitude to Admiral Byrd and his crew as the second Byrd Antarctic Expedition closes. The nation praises their two year ordeal above the ice, the South Pole voyage, and safe return with no loss of life, highlighting scientific value and heroic resolve.
The Charlottesville Progress reports on the Apple Blossom festival rivalry, noting the competing events and local involvement as preparations begin for the Bloom weekend activities.
A short reader quiz lists three questions with answers Nimrow spick and span and Sable Island. Nimrow is noted as a mighty hunter before the Lord though spelling may vary. The Canadian settlement cited is Sable Island where sixty persons landed in 1598.
Winchester enjoys a pleasant festival atmosphere with queen crowning, student pageant, ball, and orchard visits. The writer notes the carnival mood is unusual in America and hopes Bristol’s Dogwood Festival may be the last of its kind, citing disruption and ballyhoo.
A Danville Bee column notes a revived tradition of gossip as Mae West faces rumors of a 1911 marriage. The piece reflects on public fascination with actresses and the persistence of rumors, calling the controversy a return to lingering legends about private lives.
One year ago hot sun and dust gales intensified fears for the northwest wheat crop. Census taking begins today in Winchester. Shirley Carter elected chairman of the Western State Hospital Board. Mrs Ruth Yost Shryock wed George James Gill in Chevy Chase Md. Virginia officials welcome Pan American delegates at Jamestown. Senator Byrd opposes tax increases on land. Jockey Charles Mergler, 38, attacks wife with an iron pipe and dies by suicide in Warrenton. Both local theatres show festival pictures. Ten years ago Rev Dr McFaden to give Memorial Day address here. Sunday School and Christian Endeavor convention meets May 13.
Twenty five years ago Joseph Wright Sr aged 72 died while visiting his son and family in Fredericksburg. A four year old son of Mr and Mrs J W Walker of Bunker Hill West Virginia died from burns from matches. Lawrence R Clark formerly of Winchester died in San Francisco California. Harvey Stanley Thomas Anderson aged 21 died here. Perry J Hottel of Shenandoah County fired seven shots into his former sweetheart Naoma Coffman and then shot himself.
Mother's Day will be observed at 11 o'clock with a morning service at the Congregational Christian Church. All are invited to attend and bring or honor their mothers whether living or departed. The junior choir will sing and a four Sunday night series Living Reflections From Life's Mirror begins at 8 with a play The Garden of Memory and two other dramatic parts honoring mothers.
West Chester reports two wills showing brevity with M A Flanagan leaving all to his sister Kate and Cyrus Williams bequeathing everything on wrapping paper. New Bedford burglars flee after a resident inventories the scene finding a missing two dollar bill and a five dollar bill on the floor. Detectives hear only a whistle and a child's rattle as they try to learn the thief's name and address.
A 2-year-old named Harry Moore Jr. wandered downtown and was questioned by police who concluded the case in an unusual manner. The incident highlights how a young boy's actions led to solving a local mystery.
Goodland Kansas cattleman Harold Daise urged stockmen in the dust area to brush dirt from cattle backs when rain clouds loom. He warned dust is so thick that after showers the backs of his cattle show noticeable sprouting dust clumps.
In New London Wisconsin a veteran telephone lineman named Benard Prasher who could climb poles in all weather and worked on storm windows at home fell, breaking both legs. Wives complain husbands are skilled at work but not at home.
Elizabeth Simmons of Fulton, age past 80, filed for divorce from her husband Mat thew Simmons, also over 80, after 25 years of marriage. Judge L E Telleen granted the divorce citing cruelty.
Precipitation in the past 24 hours ends at 8 am shows none. May to date 1.50 inches. Year to date 12.79 inches. The 22 year average is 34.61 inches. Monthly averages are: January 2.35, February 1.94, March 2.81, April 9.16, May 3.88, June 3.60, July 3.39, August 3.35, September 2.43, October 2.90, November 2.51, December 2.30 inches.
A historical note states that a large portion of India's population remains illiterate, comparable in scale to Europe excluding Russia. The statement highlights the extent of illiteracy across the country, though precise figures are not provided.
Consuelo confesses plans to return to the gypsy camp after a late night talk with Doug. He questions her sudden resolve as she reveals her intention to leave tonight, ending a tangled, impassioned romance chapter with torn loyalties and dramatic urgency.
A fragmented scene reveals Consuelo, a gypsy dancer, lamenting exile in New York. She debates leaving Dougalas and facing a vengeful past with Stewart Blaeckmire, torn by love, jealousy, and a failing heart as the city closes in.
In a lingering dialogue a wandering gypsy girl pleads for return to a nomadic life and a hopeful alliance with the unnamed Dummy. Memories surface of papa’s cow theft, a locked cellar, and a lover’s claim to fight for her place, as the pair plot against a winter camp and the uncertain future.
An annual meeting of the American Legion auxiliary was held at Duncan Memorial Methodist Church Berryville Virginia. District committeewoman Mrs Charles A Court presided Visiting delegates included Mrs W P Hershberger Mrs W H Huffman Mrs K C Huson Mrs Leo H Hook and others Department president Mrs Felix Parker urged support for ex soldiers and child welfare while calling for donations of cigarettes puzzles and magazines for hospital patients The group discussed membership goals and fundraisers and planned to meet next year in Luray.
Mrs J W Rosenberger arranges a Mother's Day program for Margaret Collins Denny and Young Christian Bible Classes at Braddock Street Methodist Episcopal Church South. The event features vocal solos by Mrs Hoye Riley and Hugh S Duffey, with a morning lesson by Mr Q N er A. Full attendance urged amid verses praising mothers and spring.
A historical report notes radio signals propagate farther after sunset, extending coverage by about double the daytime range. The article discusses atmospheric or ionospheric conditions that enhance long distance transmission during the night.
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