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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1943
Page
4
The article discusses federal seizures and the concentration of workers in large industrial zones, warning of social and economic issues in postwar readjustment. It notes emergency demands easing penalties on small manufacturers and communities and highlights subcontracting as a key driver of production under war pressure and potentially after.
A biblical verse from John 4 36 states that he who reaps receives wages and gathers fruit unto life eternal so both the sower and reaper may rejoice together.
An analysis of 817 corporations shows total net income fell about 15 percent in 1942 despite higher business activity. Heavier taxes and rising operating costs drove the decline, with six industry groups showing varying drops from 7 to 20 percent. Oil firms’ earnings fell from 237.287 million in 1941 to 203.421 million in 1942.
A Chicago factory with an order for M 4 tanks has sub contracted parts to 865 manufacturers in 206 cities across 25 states. About 82 percent of each dollar paid goes to subcontractors, with some sub contractors outsourcing portions further. This mirrors other primary contractors and explains reduced complaints about concentration of war orders in large plants. Lend lease favored large firms for rapid deliveries, though smaller makers feared loss of work and peacetime imbalance.
Brooks Atkinson reports from Chungking that Japanese leaders now foresee a tougher war with the United States and Britain. Propaganda is being prepared to blunt shock of possible future defeats as U S war production outpaces Japan.
A Star letter writer argues against universal muzzling and shooting of dogs over rabies fears. The author defends humane treatment, cites innocent dogs, questions punitive measures, and urges fair treatment and understanding of canine behavior.
Jean Marsden arrives at a guayule plant site in Mexico with Steve Landis. The pair discuss wartime secrecy, the danger of saboteurs, and the isolation of the plant town as Jean adapts to a new life and sparked romance. A mysterious serenade from a Spanish don foreshadows future tension.
Washington reports a Washington battle over a civilian supply bill amid WPB opposition. Weiner’s removal, Whiteside’s backing, and possible OPA reshuffles surface as the House delays the measure. Gas shortages, floods, and canal flooding complicate Eastern supply while labor tensions and price policy swirl through the White House and Congress.
A reader quiz lists ten questions on war topics. It asks for the Focke Wulf factory city, power unit, a British seaport in Japanese hands, the director of the Office of War Information, the author of Show Boat, if Stimson was Hoover's secretary of state, names for Luftwaffe and related vessels, Jupiter versus Earth size, Amboina occupation, and a supposed btlc planetary system.
The report notes Mexico pledges to join the Allies in the ongoing war. Other items mention Virginia planning a first dusk to dawn blackout.
Ten years ago Red Tape owned by Dr. Lewis M. Allen claimed top honors at the Millwood horse show. President Roosevelt calls for a thorough probe of the J P Morgan Company. One hundred eighteen shipwreck victims were rescued after the vessel went aground on Lake Superior.
One hundred physicians from Valley gathered for their yearly convention with Dr Hunter H McGuire presiding. A welcome party for Rev McFarland saw ice cream stolen during the program. Winchester High School principal Hugh 8 Duffey was elected superintendent. A storm caused much damage in Frederick County with many buildings ravaged. President Wilson was urged to respond to the time being ripe for action.
About 40 members were initiated into the Winchester Lodge of Elks during a formal afternoon ceremony. A marriage license was issued to W. H. Brown and Miss Della M. Himerlight of Frederick County. Graduations are noted at Fairfax Hall.
Forty five years ago the Young Ladies of E. F. L host an annual picnic at Jordans White Company. Miss Bessie Nurton visits friend Miss Bertha Canter at Canterbury Maryland during the outing.
The wartime board and Ickes oversee labor prerogatives and potential negotiations. The text suggests tensions over appeasement with Lewis and related policy in a historical context.
In Boulder Colorado on May 27 Forest Ranger Art Randall braves snow on Mount Thorodin to clear the summit. The snow, a water source for a fire lookout this summer, requires a strenuous climb and shoveling effort for access.
Dr Clendening discusses how moderate tobacco use affects people with high blood pressure and those healthy at start. He cites skin temperature changes and blood pressure shifts, noting older high pressure patients show smaller BP changes than young healthy subjects. The piece also links smoking with Buerger's disease progression and offers heat therapy and circulation exercises as treatments.
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