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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1944
Page
4
The May 15 1944 Evening Star editorial envisions a future Japanese sea power leader facing decisive combat with the United States. The piece argues his death would be heroic, opening the Tokyo sea route and signaling the war's final phase in the Pacific.
A veteran farewell portrait notes returning American soldiers act modestly, creditting comrades rather than themselves. The article highlights diffidence, lack of desire for sympathy, and preference for home life over public honors. Mothers and fathers remain central in their lives.
The report traces a pattern of Japanese admirals avoiding major sea battles from Yamamoto to Koga and now Toyoda. It notes American naval strength under Admiral Nimitz increasing pressure, with the implied outcome that Tokyo faces continued retreat and strategy shifts in the Pacific war.
Reprinted editorial questions the seizure of Montgomery Ward & Co and the forcible eviction of Sewell Avery. It notes the two-year feud with the government, contrasts with John L. Lewis, and argues the store’s nonessential wartime role makes the action troubling. It urges vigilance over government power.
Dr ipton Snavely predicts postwar demand will rise for men with specialized business training, but stresses the need for a broad general education as foundation. Institutions should produce technologists with perspective to relate their work to society, not just task-focused specialists.
The Christian Science Monitor analyzes De Gaulle’s use of the term dear Russia and the aim to win favor from Moscow and the Western Allies. It notes cooling Russo French relations and questions timing and intent of the Eastward shift amid Algiers recognition history.
One year ago Churchill signaled the hour for Allied massing in Britain to attack Nazi strongholds. Allied bombers struck southern ferried fortifications in Europe while RAF aircraft targeted Burma targets. A Kentucky soldier spurred crowd unrest in coal regions as H E Anderson took command of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2123. Handley won the State Track meet in Charlottesville.
Thirty years ago readers saw hosiery with mice bullfrogs rabbits and other animals embroidered above the instep. The Step hens City Methodist Church cornerstone laying plans were completed. Mrs Susan Burkhart 71 died at her Martinsburg area home.
Forty years ago Reverend N P Dame resigned his charge to accept a call in New York. James Lineburg died in Martinsburg West Virginia. Mrs Charles Hoover was critically ill at her home on Market Street. No news available for 45 years ago today.
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Allied reports from the Cassino front describe a small dribble of German prisoners arriving behind the Rapido as fierce Italian campaign fighting rages. The captured include both surly youths and veterans, many having fought in Sicily, with one patrol of ten men taken.
Richmond May 15 A IRS official said about 50 000 Virginians will receive government refunds of their 1943 income tax payments within the next two weeks. N B Early collector of Internal Revenue reported refunds processed faster than anticipated after more than 700 000 returns were filed by Virginians.
Berryville Star records daily notices from Berryville Boyce and Clarke County detailing local events. Reports include community meetings weather updates and civic notices with concise updates for residents.
May 14 overview of CIO labor movement actions linking union pressure, political campaigning, and court cases. Notes Starnes defeat in Alabama, two Supreme Court labor case petitions, and Hillman’s aggressive politics supporting Roosevelt bid. Warns of dual business and political aims shaping policy and war economics.
A medical column examines if common foods like meat and salt can cause disease. It cites Eskimo meat diets, blood pressure, kidney health, and salt's role, noting limited evidence that meat or salt worsens health. It advises caution for sunstroke sufferers and heat exposure.
The article notes waning interest in the poll tax after a Supreme Court ruling, with Southern Senators Connally George Bankhead Bailey and McKellar leading a merits-based debate while some Republicans consider backing cloture. The CIOPA threat to constitutional government looms over party dynamics.
Chairman Hannegan’s New York speech ignored Hillman CIOPA and social reform, favoring a fourth term aligned with Roosevelt Hull Byrnes and Hannegan. He rejected the New Deal as dead and emphasized international considerations while CIO and Hillman CIOPA and communists push the opposite, backing through WLB NLRB and state powers toward the ballot box.
A brief wartime appeal urges readers to invest in government bonds to support military efforts. Citizens are encouraged to purchase bonds as a patriotic duty and bolster national financing.
The Dougla School elementary division presents an operetta titled On the Road to Moon Light Town featuring songs recitations and dances. It will be performed in the school auditorium Friday night May 19 at 8 30 under the direction of Mrs Tokes Mrs Lea Mrs Moten and Miss Layton. Reporter Zelma Pinkett.
Detective Argus confronts model agent Flagg over Syria Verne’s murder. He accuses Flagg of using a hidden phone mechanism to trigger a midnight call that led to the shooting, detailing a web of alibis, disguises, and a staged spectacle. Flagg confesses before a blank cartridge ends the scene.
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