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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1937
Page
4
Advertising classifications and rates for The Winchester Evening Star printed daily except Sunday at Winchester Virginia. Details include 2 cents per word minimum 25 cents transitional rates 42 cents per inch and obituaries and cards of thanks with set fees. National reps listed in major cities.
Discussion of a Louisiana chain store tax ruling by the Supreme Court. The piece warns of possible nationwide effects, including penalties on multi state operations and potential loss of chain stores, with commentary on the court majority and dissenting views. Also includes an inquiry column offering factual Q A bits on various topics.
A Bible verse fragment proclaims that boasting in mischief is unwise while asserting the enduring goodness of God. The line from Psalms 21 13 emphasizes divine constancy as a counterpoint to human vanity.
A Chicago sociology professor summarizes city life in Averagetown, a 50 000 population city, showing average earnings of 1300 for factory workers and 1350 for retail staff, 15 percent of wives employed, half of North residents owning homes, and a radio ownership gap between North and South. The study notes age ranges, marital status, and gender balance, with a predominance of middle aged residents and 97 men per 100 women.
Newport News Daily Press profiles William H. Knudsen, former mechanic turned head of General Motors, detailing a life of steady progress from limited schooling to leadership. The narrative highlights practical training, a belief in hands on education for youth, and his family’s example as a technic al career path.
A former bicycle mechanic now in a machine shop preaches practical labor policy. He opposes labor paternalism and advocates frank talks between unions and executives, legal accountability for unions, and maintaining democracy in industry. He warns against communism and stresses pay incentives, personal choice, and work ethic as paths to progress.
Norfolk Virginian Pilot notes Al Smith, a longtime figure in American politics, stepping back from public life after sixty years at sea and in politics. The piece paints his fall from political grace, his planned travels to Havana Paris and Rome, and his view of national and global conditions amid shifting tides.
Washington notes a cautious, divided stance on a new agricultural program. President Roosevelt denies administration ownership while Agriculture Secretary Wallace and House Farm Chairman Jones hint at long hearings. The bill, while seen as aligned with administration aims, faces anti administration sentiment and questions about constitutional reach.
Jacqueline accuses Colonel Lutman of blackmail and refuses to marry Jim Asson, forcing a confrontation with her mother as money and impending nuptials threaten their precarious future. Jim Asson visits the Stuckey office seeking action, while Lutman’s influence looms over their plans.
Officials warn that the ongoing dry spell will seriously affect apples and other seasonal crops across the area. The report notes drought signs dominate amid agricultural concerns and potential economic impact for farmers.
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