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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1944
Page
4
The piece outlines Willard Davis of Hotel and Restaurant News introducing a napkin with a pin or clip that attaches to a coat or vest to prevent napkins from slipping during meals. It notes social mishaps, potential beard-like use, and the continued preference for tucking serviettes into clothing as diners adapt.
After three months of negotiation the Allies agree to resume oil shipments to Spain at the former level. Spain, reliant on Caribbean supplies, agrees to Allied demands including a drastic cut in wolfram exports to Germany, hindering wartime steel production. The agreement marks a diplomatic gain for the Allies and limits German access to crucial materials.
The Madrid announcement cites Spain's neutrality and present realities guiding negotiations. It argues Franco, still not strictly neutral, shifts toward Axis concessions as Germany faces inevitable defeat and Spain seeks to protect its own interests.
The Virginian Pilot editorial lauds the Virginia Supreme Court for upholding damages in a Norfolk false arrest case. It praises careful police procedure and discrimination between respectable individuals and those of ill repute, noting the judges recognize police difficulties while urging protection for the innocent. It expects the decision to yield a positive long term effect.
News notes recall Capt Harry W Ebert speaking at a Rotary Club luncheon. Other items include Allied bombers causing large fires at Rabaul and British armor patrolling Cap Bon to collect levies.
James H. Johnson known as Trone farmer dies from paralysis. Cletus Funkhouser drowns when a boat overturns in Lost River West Virginia. David Tipton, a printer, dies in Front Royal.
A boiler explosion aboard the liner Jefferson off Cape Henry leaves seven men dead. Captain Julius C. Holmes, a government building inspector, dies in Charlestown West Virginia. Local boys enjoy baseball games at the reservoir.
Telephone poles are put up between Winchester and Berryville and service is to be in operation soon. John I. Sloat elected president of the Epworth League. T Marion Bantz withdraws from the City Recorder race. Emily Conner returns to Woodstock after funeral of her uncle. Mollie Duke Ramey dies in Front Royal. George H. Bowman Jr laid to rest at Prospect Hill Cemetery.
Rev. E Olin Eldridfie delivers a humorous lecture at the Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church. William H. Bailey is elected Grand Master of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Ex-Judge John T. Lovell suffers a paralytic stroke and remains in critical condition. A new gas tank costing 1800 dollars is installed by Winchester Gas Company. A freak radish grown by Frederick Shryock resembles a coiled snake. McKim Diffenderfer notes swallows fought in his chimney causing a soot storm in his front room.
The Richmond News Leader warns readers not to panic about imminent liberation. It urges patience, noting armies plan large scale rail and road destruction first and warn of diversions to mislead German reinforcements, while advising continued readiness.
Local markets are listed daily though The Star does not assume responsibility for typographical errors that may occur. This notice explains the publisher’s limited liability for small mistakes in market data.
Covington Virginia newspaper notes that Philadelphia's last Civil War veterans have died, leaving only 625 survivors in the nation as of June 30, 1943. It cites 32 557 widows on the Civil War pension rolls, plus 95 widows of the Mexican War and one War of 1812 pensioner, suggesting some spouses may have married for revenue.
The editor Rives Matthews of the Somerset News, jailed on criminal libel charges over a story accusing Maryland comptroller J. Millard Tawes of missing gasoline coupons, was released while awaiting trial. The press had anticipated a meritorious trial ruling on the merits.
Patent Brand flour listed in multiple bag sizes with prices per barrel. 24 lb bag at 10.20, 8 lb bag also 10.20, 98 lb bag 10.10. Ty BO haentvaseven ST One 244 lb bag not clearly legible. Patent Brand 48 lb bag 9.60, 25 lb bag 4.93 per 100 lb, 98 lb bag 9.50. One 10 lb bag and one 25 lb bag listed with unclear pricing.
The Star records daily happenings in Berryville and surrounding areas including Boyce and Clarke County with concise notices. Readers find brief reports on community activities, meetings, weather, and local concerns.
Washington readers weigh in on a junior high principal and a Teachers Association article about teaching sex in schools. The writer questions competence and notes parents should guide their children’s views on romance and emancipation.
A critique denounces a modern movement as part of a false philosophy corrupting youth and discipline. It links juvenile delinquency and declines in scholarship to free expression and self-indulgence, contrasting them with Christian restraint. The passage references recent movie stars involved.
A discussion on backache arguing that causes range from posture to disk rupture and arthritis. It highlights how the patient’s state can drive outcomes, cites Osgood on proper seating, and explains protruded disks needing careful surgery to relieve pain.
A column argues for self discipline taught at home over modern pleasure driven philosophy. It questions Miss Whosis proposals and challenges readers with quiz questions about government, military ranks, beekeeping, and geography.
A wartime appeal urges readers to support the national drive by purchasing war bonds. The call emphasizes collective sacrifice and financial backing for military efforts.
Argus Steele gathers suspects in a tense room after a frantic night with Ellen and Mabel. Inspector Grange and Martinelli arrive with questions as the phone keeps ringing and a country hideout is hinted. The group faces suspicion of complicity in recent murders.
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