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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1943
Page
4
Notice covers newspaper delivery feedback, national reps in New York, and subscription prices for mail and carrier options. Bible verse from Zachariah 4 6 appears at end of text in this issue.
RAF and Allied sources emphasize night bombing cripples German production and diverts Luftwaffe strength. Stalin concurs the raids bolster the overall war effort across Europe and North Africa. Daylight bombing may grow in importance, but tonight’s raids already impact multiple fronts.
Leo H. Rich of New York a National Planning Association member argues against a blanket return to 1942 durable goods. He says some firms must bridge unemployment with temporary or victory models and warns against capitalizing on a seller's market while urging rapid retooling for new postwar designs.
A German specialist in London warned that the Mohne Dam breach and floods would halt electric works and industry in the Ruhr. The Eder dam flood dries canals, cutting shipping on the Ems Dortmund and Elbe Oder routes, threatening coal, coke and heavy goods traffic.
The Nice Nellies at Atlantic City ban classic songs like Roll Out the Barrel How Dry I Am and Madamemoiselle from Armen tieres claiming they mock women or soldiers and drinking. Critics say soldiers should sing what they please while marching as warfare, not opera, is the aim.
At Hot Springs the 43 nations attending a two week conference receive 100 cases of beverages to cover up to 500 delegates and staff. Each person may drink about two to three quarts, with an extra four quarts for personal supply, reflecting Virginia hospitality and lawful rations.
Agatha and Clemantine hide as Mabel Harrington awakens and a gun slips from her hand. A wary intruder climbs stairs with a gas bomb as federal guards loom. Agatha fends off danger while weighing Hans and the elusive spy in a tense, danger filled moment.
A quiz prompts seven true false style items on news agencies, nursery rhymes, authors, and historical questions about naturalization, slavery, war, and military ranks. It asks if a few historical figures engaged in glider research and leadership outcomes.
George W Slonaker, a centenarian, passes away at his Hampshire County home. R Gray Williams notes U S O work and leads a district campaign to raise funds. Handley High reports 115 seniors eligible for diplomas as the Future Farmer degree team wins the state contest. Betty Hengeveld becomes president of the Odds Ends Social Club.
The text notes Gandhi finishing two weeks of a self imposed fast and in good health, with one more week remaining in his projected schedule.
Noted county native and author Miss Willa Cather whose work One of Ours receives international praise while she resides in Europe.
Twenty seven years ago French forces renewed a broad assault on German positions while New York State offered to sell Winchester fruit. President Wilson urged strengthening the American Navy as part of national defense measures.
Forty years ago Mr. North Shockey and Miss Louis A. Shade were married. Episcopal council adjourns to meet next at Richmond. City Solicitor Gray Williams accepts invitation to deliver graduation address at Randolph Macon Academy at Front Royal Virginia.
The Star newsroom urges readers to focus on effective advertising contact and measurable results rather than flashy campaigns. Marketing teams aim for direct inquiries, higher response rates, and clear ROI through tested messages and targeted placements.
Washington reports American airmen advised attacking Attu first then Kiska. Japs built large Attu and Kiska fields for possible bomber launches. Public fears rise as price controls and margins fluctuate. OPA margins shift from March 1942 levels to new adjustments amid widespread confusion.
Economists warn price ceilings in meats and groceries will not boost consumer savings. OPA prepares another meat price increase on June 1 funded by the treasury while 300 ceiling orders yield mixed results. Demand in chains falls sharply, black markets grow, and the point rationing system confuses shoppers as officials admit no clear progress toward efficiency.
By dialing 3424 readers may announce social happenings such as entertaining guests travel or return home. The Star will publish all such notices on this page.
Washington reports a planned long range air offensive against Japan from Aleutian bases. Army air force bombers may strike Tokyo and Kuriles, with smaller planes ready for Muriles operations. Attu battle nears conclusion as Allied forces trap Japanese troops near Chichagof Harbor. In the southwest Pacific Allied bombers hit Koepang Timor while Japanese planes drop bombs over Oro Bay New Guinea.
A wartime column critiques food faddism and coffee abstinence, arguing meat is essential and the digestive system favors meat eating. It ribs vegetarians and coffee zealots, notes personal trials with coffee, and includes reader Q A on heart murmurs and ovarian cysts with medical cautions.
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