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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1940
Page
12
Daily Winchester paper page includes advertising rates and classifieds policy with column header details and a prayer quotation from Colossians urging readers to pray for continued opportunity to speak the gospel.
Georgia Representative Carl Vinson introduces a bill to bar further immigration from nations under quota limits, arguing it would reduce unemployment, prevent aliens from taking native jobs, and curb alleged subversive activity. He cites 3,000,000 un naturalized residents and calls for deportations where appropriate.
Reports claim a mysterious weapon aided the German capture of Eben Emael near Liege with 1000 Belgian troops surrendering quickly. German sources hint at a secret device possibly used by Lieutenant Witzig, while experts debate whether such a weapon exists or is propaganda.
The article contends Hitler may possess a device that weakens resistance, urging discovery of its nature and development of defenses. It mentions gas masks and new explosives, noting Germany’s quick release signals the urgency of advancing through the low countries and the potential immediate military aims.
The Baltimore Sun reflects on Shirley Temple stepping back from film after six years of iconic dominance. At 11, she leaves the cheerful image behind as parents seek normal life and the public faces a changing era amid global turmoil. Millions hope for a future return in another appealing form.
Pope Pius XII condemns the war as the result of wicked and disastrous European aggression caused by excessive covetousness and thirst for power. He argues it is driven by ambitious men and not inevitable conflict, warning that the public suffers long years of poverty and grief after their days of power.
The article questions who claimed the federal treasury is out of money and argues it has funds to keep crews busy in tree cutting in the Grand River Basin and tree planting near the Cimarron dunes. It also notes money to create an irrigation district for more cotton on the North Fork and to pay farmers to reduce cotton in the Boggy and Red River areas.
Mining companies throughout the east sign agreements with United Mine Workers unions as coal production resumes after a long strike. M. J. Grove Co. plans to spend 250000 dollars on a new lime plant southwest of Middletown, with a railroad spur already finished. Coffey, a local pro, wins top honors at the Middle Atlantic P G A tournament held here.
Philadelphia organist Henry S. Frye reaches Winchester to perform on the Ebert Memorial organ and chimes at Market Street Church. Admiral Byrd comes to Boston and disbands his second Antarctic expedition, which departed October 1, 1933.
Ten years ago eleven nurses mostly from Virginia and West Virginia graduated from Winchester Memorial Hospital. Secretary Stimson says the United States made no sacrifices to Japan in a recent London Naval Parley. Cadets from Staunton Military Academy leave for an annual spring encampment at Rouss Park. King Emmanuel fears civil war in Italy unless government forces unite. Mr and Mrs John M Strickler announce the engagement of their daughter Mary Reba Strickler to Frank Orebaugh Liskey. Dr W A Bell plans an elevator at his house on South Loudoun Street.
Forty years ago Pinkerton detectives captured one of four thieves who robbed the Massanutten Bank in Strasburg of 5000 dollars. The suspect was nabbed in New York City on a chase that linked to other suspects. Prince the retired Sarah Zane Fire Company horse reacts wildly to a fire alarm during a recent blaze, tearing past and tearing down a wire fence before settling as the engine returns.
The Star presents seven quiz items about baseball feats, roads handling, capitals, and language. Questions ask about Bob Feller, a Swedish phrase, Buenos Aires, ambidexter or ambidextrous use, the 1940 Republican keynote speaker, Eamon De Valera, a calliope, and leap year status of 1900.
The statement argues that using no good as an adjective is poor style and that worth less is preferable for describing a person or object. It emphasizes clarity and accuracy in word choice to convey quality without insult.
Article by Dr. Logan Clendening explains caffeine as a heart stimulant that increases blood output and brain stimulation, with moderate coffee aiding middle aged people. It notes decaffeinated options, varying tolerance, and cautions against immoderate use.
Paris May 16 Netherlands Foreign Minister Eelco N Van Kleffens said the Dutch army suffered about 100000 killed or one fourth of its 400000 strength. He added Holland's fleet was nearly intact and joined Allied naval forces in the campaign’s quick capitulation.
Bill Bailey and Gayle Dixon organize a Merrifield Little Theater project featuring seven attractive women led by Gayle as hostess amid party hype. Photographers promote the event with portraits of Merrifield and Jeremy Tucker, drawing city attention and official concern about a possible matching scheme in high society.
Stockholm May 16 Tidningen reports Narvik in ruins after recent Allied bombing. German garrison reportedly unable to hold the Arctic Norwegian port much longer as planes drop reinforcements by parachute and supply auto matic arms though artillery scarce.
The report states fresh French troops and tanks landed from transports to attack the town. The query lists the song authorship as Harry Williams and Egbert Van Alstyne.
A reader Q and A column summarizes facts on golf caddies origin, color light visibility, bronchoscope invention, ice weight, Stalin's dictatorship, Sunday baseball players, Panay indemnity, Lincoln mood, and Mona Lisa theft. It cites sources like the encyclopedia, National Bureau of Standards, Dr Killian, Chevalier Jackson, and The Prairie Years.
Public notice promotes a word usage and pronunciation guide called the WORD BOOK with self-pronouncing system. It urges readers to order and send ten cents to Information Bureau Washington D C for a copy, including spaces for name address and payment details.
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