Lusitania sinking and Wilson Roosevelt clash in 1915 tale
The Lusitania torpedoing on May 7, 1915, killed 1,198 as the ship rests off Old Head of Kinsale Ireland. The piece critiques Woodrow Wilson and cites Theodore Roosevelt and Taft amid wartime reflections and early 20th century Allied and German losses.
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Old Head
Kinsale
Ireland
United
Woodrow Wilson
White House
State Departments
Kaiser
Zimmerman
Germany
Wilson
Suresnes
France
Letter to the Star on state borrowing and propaganda
A reader questions state debt growth and tax promises tied to the 81 million bond issue. The letter warns of rising borrowing ceilings, political logrolling, and calls for accountability from educational propagandists and leaders.
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the Star
Virginia
Lincoln
Lasting Legacy Left By Dr Vereide
Washington obituary honors Abraham Vereide father of the Prayer Breakfast Movement. It notes his role in founding Senate and House Prayer Breakfasts in 1941 42 and the global expansion through the International Christian Leadership Organization. The non-denominational groups meet weekly in government and civic circles with 8:30 a.m. breakfasts and 15 minute papers.
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Abraham Vereide
United States
Dr. Vereide
Vereide
Senate
House
Congress
Canada
Brazil
Korea
International Christian Leadership Organization
Goodwill Industries of America
Seattle
Wash
International Christian Leadership
Commission
Linkage of Heredity and Diabetes Last in Series
Dr. Wayne G Brandstadt discusses heredity versus diet in diabetes, noting heredity predisposes and early onset in generations, especially in overweight women over 40. Symptoms include polyuria polydipsia weight loss with increased appetite weakness fatigue and itching. Sweating is often reduced due to fluid loss.
Winchester Evening Star pricing and contact lines
The notice lists the Winchester Evening Star’s daily circulation, contact numbers for news and advertising, and identifies the general manager and editors. It includes subscription rates for city and mail customers, with annual and short-term options, plus delivery details.
Need for Uniform Territorial Waters Urged by UN
The article argues for worldwide law establishing uniform territorial waters to prevent conflicts over coastlines and offshore resources. It cites Latin American claims, North Korea’s seizure of vessels, a Soviet trawler off the coast, and the 1958 Geneva talks, noting the UN should coordinate sea and air travel rules.
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Peru
North Korea
International Conference On the Law of the Sea
Meetin
Geneva
United Nations
Strait O
Gibraltar
Straits of Bab al-Mendab
Gateway To
Red China Power Shift Signals Army Dominance
The piece notes a shift in China after the Cultural Revolution with the army gaining control. It cites Marshal Lin Piao as Mao's heir apparent and the unusual constitutional document signaling military supremacy, while purges affect both military and civilian ruling factions. The Soviet Union is alarmed by the rising militaristic tone and Asia's most belligerent nation faces a pivotal change.
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Red China
Peking
Lin Piao
Mao
Soviet Union
Asia
Sugar Coupons For Home Canning Authorized
Consumers may obtain coupons for sugar for home canning from March 1, 1944 to February 28, 1945, not more than 20 pounds per person. Carrie Carper travels to Roanoke for the Grand Lodge and represents the Winchester Rebekah Lodge. An estimated 100 Boy Scouts from Shawnee District plan an overnight Camporee at Handley playground. The 1920 Cumberland Valley Firemen’s Convention may be held in Winchester. The Great Council of the Improved Order of Red Men of Virginia opens in Richmond. The 125th annual Protestant Episcopal Church council opens in Winchester.
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Carrie Carper
Sharp St
Roanoke
Grand Lodge
Winchester Rebekah Lodge
Shawnee
Handley Playground
Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association
Winchester
Great Council of the Improved Order of Red Men of
Virginia
Richmond
Protestant Episcopal Church
Diocese of
Christ Church of
Daily Meditation on War and Peace
A writer condemns worldwide war as unjustified while defending defensive conflicts. He likens war to a global police action yet warns against endless killing and urges sense to end folly. He cites historical defenses like Elizabeth I and WWII allies as justified, but condemns unbounded conflict.
Mencken Praises Model Railroading Despite Sharp Wit
H L Mencken, famed Baltimore journalist, is remembered for his acerbic humor yet expressed affection for model railroading. The anecdote highlights his softer side and interest in hobby culture beyond his sharp critiques.
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Baltimore
H. L. Mencken
How's Your I Q Based On 100 Questions
A quiz feature outlines scoring by daily results over 10 days with bands from Mem ory Expert to Good. It lists ten sample questions covering politics, history, and culture and invites readers to turn to page 2 for answers.
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Winchester Evening Star
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