19 May 1938
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1938
Page
1
Washington officials tentatively forecast a 3.4 billion dollar federal deficit for the next fiscal year starting July 1 due to the spending lending program before Congress. Expenditures are eyed around 8.9 billion with receipts near 5.5 billion, while relief needs and WPA costs add uncertainty.
Harrisburg May 19 The CIO- Pennsylvania Industrial Union Council faced a court order to vacate its brown stone front office across from the Capitol. The move followed a setback in Tuesday's primary election amid its rift with the AFL and the union's summer headquarters plan.
Washington officials say poor spring weather may influence farmer compliance with acreage reduction programs for cotton tobacco and corn. Bad conditions could keep farmers from planting as much as planned.
In Paris on May 19 two seconds for a prospective duel between playwright Henry Bernstein and Edouard Bouret director of the Comedie Francaise decided to meet again for further discussion of their quarrel. They agreed to settle along standing quarrel with epees shortly after dawn tomorrow.
Baron Gottfried Von Cramm, Germany's top tennis star, appealed today against a one year prison sentence handed down May 14 for violation of a statute covering moral delinquencies.
National president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce will visit on Wednesday evening May 25 to present the official charter of affiliation. The ceremony occurs at a George Washington Hotel dinner with Junior Board members and guests invited. Rosengren, Buffalo attorney and former University of Buffalo public speaking head, drew national recognition for his speaking ability.
Los Angeles May 19 Coroner Frank A Nance announced an inquest into a fatal crash of a new $80 000 transport plane on Mint Canyon ridge killing nine aboard The wrecked 14 passenger Lockheed was last July redesigned witnesses say the plane flew low and fog halted flight safety analysis awaits a single authoritative report from the Bureau of Air Commerce
Reports from Shanghai describe Japanese forces fighting Chinese units in Suchow as air raids set fires and countryside rail links including Sung hai and Tientsin Pukow stations fall under occupation. Tokyo claims control while Wagner signals hearings on RFC loans and wage protections for railroad workers.
Republicans oppose reducing local contributions for flood control projects as the House begins consideration of an omnibus flood control program. The committee bill would cut local contributions for flood control reservoirs to 30 percent.
Fredericks County Commonwealth Attorney Burr Harrison told the Rotary Club that Justice Hugo Black and his type threaten democratic government if they dominate the Supreme Court. He cited Black’s dissents, arguing a California insurance case shows the danger of treating corporations as persons.
The Winchester Park will begin evening hours next Monday for after school, weekends, and supervised play for county students. Mrs Myrtle Chrismore, named WPA recreation director, says marionette shows from community centers will be featured, with improved facilities to handle growing attendance. A trained recreation worker will supervise the new schedule.
In Washington on May 19 the Roosevelt administration faced a test as Ickes endorsed Henry L. Hess against Gov. Charles H. Martin in Oregon Democrats race for nominating governor. Norris signaled support for Hess while Martin denounced Ickes and the New Deal.
The Central Tea room, closed for illness, has reopened. It now offers dine and dance services next to Capitol Theatre.
WPA workers will begin building a sanitary sewer on North Cameron street starting Friday. The project costs about 11 000 dollars with the city share at 2 500 dollars and will run roughly 2 000 feet from Robinson Cold Storage northward as funds allow.
Former Kansas governor Alf M Landon condemned unemployment relief as unjust cruel and discriminatory at a Plymouth county Republican breakfast in Whitman He accused the president of promising aid then leaving only the unemployables for cities and states to handle He criticized arbitrary labeling of individuals as unemployable.
The maiden air mail run from Endless Caverns to Winchester faced low ceilings and showers causing delays as pilot George Schecter and special clerk Wilbur Johnston started the first leg toward Leesburg and Washington. Lieut. Duke Douglas took over later, with hundreds at the airport to witness the historic flight. Postmasters and officials attended, with mail from 15 offices totaling 2,314 pieces to Winchester and surrounding towns.
Weather conditions threaten delays as more than 3000 letters bearing the Winchester cachet were sent to the municipal air. The note indicates an official dispatch that may affect planned schedules and operations.
Washington May 19 A State Department representative told a Senate committee that President Roosevelt asked a federal probe into propaganda by European nations in South America as part of a broader international radio information study. Ottermann said the President wants time to study the matter before commenting and has urged further studies.
A Capitol Hill election year mood dominates as migratory lawmakers discuss campaigning in older cars and returning home. Secretarial visits increase. back-home newspapers attract readers. vacation travel slows party gatherings. statesmen describe 48 states as God’s country. the groundhog signals a hot early summer.
London reports Britain pressing to avert a break in France Italy talks over aid to Spain. France seeks frontier controls on Pyrenees shipments while Italy denounces France's material supplies to the Spanish government as scandalous. British efforts focus on reconciling France and Italy and shaping a proposed evacuation commission.
The American and Sanitary companies, both already operating on North Loudoun street, are reportedly negotiating for sites on Braddock Street opposite the Rice property and at the Cameron and East Boscawen streets county lot. If leases proceed, a modern store and expanded parking would follow, potentially easing traffic congestion in the business district.
A sale offers a selection of new watches from Hodgson and Brown drawn from a large stock of good makes at unusually low prices. See the shop and save.
Premier Daladier warned France will protect its borders and empire from violence as Franco Italian friendship discussions near collapse. He blamed Italy for the impasse while noting Britain France entente remains intact. He dismissed rumors of mobilization as false and blamed arms shipments to Spain for the rift.
New shipment of washable fabrics including Shantungs Linens Bembergs printed fabrics and Crepes offered in Spring Summer colors. Adorable models showcase loads of variety with sizes from 12 to 52 at affordable prices. Visit 150 N Loudoun St Winchester.
Auction notice for a sale of safe house furnishings and dishes on Saturday the 21st at 1 30 p m at 11 E Clifford. This classified item lists items available for purchase and sale time.
Miles B. Dean conducts an antique auction at 326 N Cameron St Winchester at 10 a m on May 24 with inspection May 23 hats half price in one lot. Mary S Yeakley appears in the ad with hats for sale.
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