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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1940
Page
4
A brief notice states The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to use and re publish all news dispatches credited or not credited to the AP including local news published in this paper.
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Rates for subscription by mail and carrier are listed with pricing for one month and longer terms. The notice cites advance payments and varying terms, reflecting typical newspaper pricing practices of the era.
A compact reflection citing a biblical verse about growing from childish understandings to mature actions. The text contrasts childhood speech and thought with adult responsibility and perseverance.
A Detroit based analysis by the Automobile Club of Michigan argues that the rise in traffic deaths among those over 25 is largely due to a "horse and buggy mind." Older pedestrians cling to outdated safety habits, while younger people adapt to motor age and safety education.
The Military Engineer urges shooting ranges in every city over a thousand people, run by Regular Army, National Guard and Organized Reserves. It argues early and frequent firearm use builds mastery, cites Switzerland and the Russo Finnish war to support war readiness, and notes strong public support as Europe’s conflict unfolds.
Reprinted editorial from the New Orleans edition lauds Senator Harry Flood Byrd of Virginia for his record in Congress and governor tenure. It suggests Louisiana should imitate Virginia’s streamlined, economical government and endorses Sam Jones as a fitting successor, noting Virginian officials’ influence and integrity.
The Donne quintuplets attend a private reception with King George and Queen Elizabeth in Toronto. Tom Pendergast Kansas City political boss is sentenced to one year and three months on income tax invasion charges. Nancy Gray Larrick is elected president of the Winchester Education Association.
Mrs Roy F Schmucker, widow of a former Gore area minister, inherits 100000 from her brother Col Charles Wilson Chase who died in Los Angeles. Paul Rhodes passes his private pilot test after renewing flying lessons. George Scheder earns a transport license. Henrychneider, Handley southpaw, leads the team with a .400 batting average.
Ten years ago Miss Mary Elizabeth Artemus of Philadelphia became engaged to wealthy John Hay Whitney of New York and Upperville. Gallant Knight, entry of B. B. Jones of Audrey Farms Berryville, finished second to Gallant Fox in the Kentucky Derby. Mr and Mrs George Seabright of Millwood Avenue are receiving congratulations on the birth of a son.
Twenty five years ago York Imperial varieties suffer blossom blight in local orchards while crowds gather in Rome as Italy and Germany brace for war. George Washington Hopper, Confederate veteran, dies in Martinsburg from Civil War wounds after years as a Winchester blacksmith.
Forty years ago Captain Irving Buck announces plans to establish a $30,000 company for manufacturing cotton and woolen goods in Front Royal. Stage drivers receive orders to affix revenue stamps on all packages and letters carried on their routes. Mrs. I N Good purchases a three story frame dwelling on Peyton Street for $1505.
The guide urges avoiding phrases like The observation of Good Friday was compulsory and prefers concise observance phrasing. It suggests tightening language in official notices and formal writing to reflect neutral, direct wording.
The article advises early posture training from infancy, showing parents how to support the back, avoid cramped positions, and model good posture. It covers foot and leg issues, bow legs, rickets, and the role of diet, followed by simple baby exercises to strengthen muscles and abdomen, plus mechanical aids for abdominal support.
R J Scott reports on a奇 speculative creature feature noting diagonal tail impressions and registration concerns. The piece details how the tail only registers under specific conditions, with diagrams and questions about the imprint mechanics.
Lola Montesa, a Mexican border born writer, works for the Merrifield mansion in Montrose Manor a social season unfolds around The Oaks. Benjamin Merrifield relishes snubbing snobs as Jeremy Tucker plans a charity play with Gayle and Bailey. Weems questions happiness bought to share.
A jumble of questions and answers from a vintage trivia page. It covers charm in Barrie’s What Every Woman Knows, first movie with a story by Alexander Black, word carnival origin, Grant’s arrest, Seabiscuit’s fate, Terra del Fuego’s name, the Liberty Bell’s crack, damask origins, N O T E initials meaning, Veterans Administration employment, the USS Jouett ships, and Johnson’s dictionary word count.
The Winchester Evening Star advertises a 32 page booklet Common Household Pests listing moths ants carpet beetles and more. Readers are urged to send ten cents postpaid with name address and location to Washington D C for the booklet.
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