All Political Enemies of Iron Guard Menaced by Squads
Outburst of vengeance touches off a reign of terror as political enemies of the Iron Guard face squads of execution and threats across the country.
28 Nov 1940
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1940
Page
1
Outburst of vengeance touches off a reign of terror as political enemies of the Iron Guard face squads of execution and threats across the country.
German troops were moved into the capital from Witesel to bolster security as the Iron Guard continued purges of former AME Carol regime members. The assassinated former Premier Nicolai Jorga is reported in the same wave of violence.
Reports claim self styled execution squads in green shirts threaten rivals and have killed at least 64 Romanians including generals and ministers amid a purge at Jilava prison. Antonescu and Horia Sima call for legality while German divisions and Romanian garrisons brace for action.
The first local registrants left to be inducted into the service. They were glad to go and willing to serve in any capacity needed to fulfill their obligation and return to civilian life. The piece stresses duty to democratic principles and the goal of keeping America secure.
Woodrow Jolley of Clear Brook Virginia and Elmer Lee Crim of 410 North Kent Street Winchester reported for service under selective measures. Officials from Winchester and Frederick County bid farewell at City Hall before their bus trip to Washington. Jolley, 26, a salesman for the Dr Pepper Co, favored aviation but doubted securing it. Crim, with National Fruit Product Co, had no preference.
The Rev. Wallace Edmonds Conkling rector of St. Luke's Church Germantown Pa was elected Episcopal bishop of Chicago and spiritual leader of about 75 000 members. He becomes the seventh bishop of the 105 year old diocese and successor to the late Bishop George Craig Stewart.
In New Orleans the American Federation of Labor convenes its 60th annual meeting as delegates reelect President William Green and denounce the Justice Department’s anti-trust division led by Thurman Arnold. The AFL accuses prosecutors of targeting organized labor and calls for peace talks with the CIO amid lingering tensions.
NEW KENSINGTON Pa Nov 28 A federal labor conciliator said there are possibilities of settling the seven day old strike at the Aluminum Company of America plant delaying defense material production worth over 1 million dollars. Union spokesmen announce a mass meeting of CIO aluminum workers tonight with Phillip Murray invited. Murray met with aluminum union leaders to learn more about the dispute.
Part II of America’s Thanksgiving celebrated in sixteen states from New England to Nevada. Regions marked by Roosevelt’s date observed last week while others kept the traditional last Thursday. Football games and pilgrim tableaux noted amid draft misfortunes for Pennsylvania and Kansas draftees.
Martinsburg West Virginia November 28 Apple growers were told of a healthy market foundation and rising price prospects after a survey by Carroll R Miller of Appalachian Apple Services. He cited good storage prices despite factors that could affect demand and noted a larger citrus crop may cut apple sales.
Washington Nov. 28 The Senate Banking Committee aims to determine Britain's remaining financial reserves in the United States a key item for possible loan discussions. Chairman Wagner says public hearings will begin after Congress reconvenes in January and will examine war outlays inflation and how Germany Britain and others manage expenditures.
Twenty games with a 100 prize purse set for Thursday November 28 at 8 30 p m at Sarah Zane Fire Hall. Admission one dollar.
A two story log and frame house owned by Ernest Tevault burned early this morning about 6 30 west of Relief Church on the Middle road. Neighbors assisted in salvaging belongings as flames consumed the structure within about an hour. Firemen from Stephens City faced water supply problems and the roof collapsed. The 100 acre farm included 20 acres of orchard and the loss was estimated around 3000 with insurance noted.
The notice shows dresses reduced from 6.95 to 2.95 and from 1.95 to 2.95, with Mary S. Yeakley referenced in the notice. The ad indicates former prices and new lower amounts for bridal gowns.
The House un American Activities Committee released a 938 page Red Paper a study of Communist statements pamphlets speeches and excerpts. Officials say it serves as a textbook for state and federal prosecutors tracing the party history and aims in the United States.
Norfolk state Senator Vivian L. Page announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Virginia governor. He noted he seeks the office to serve and for the honor it offers. Page is a former House of Delegates member and current State Senator, with prior campaigns for lieutenant governor.
Blustery winds whip the Shenandoah Valley as snow accumulates from half an inch to six inches in most sections of West Virginia with heavier amounts in the eastern and central areas. Preston Tucker and Webster counties report 4 to 6 inches while mountain roads are well cindered and flurries occur elsewhere. The day’s low reached 27 in Winchester, six degrees above West Virginia’s 21. high locally 36 versus 32 across the border.
In Hanover Pennsylvania on November 28, 59 year old Cleveland H. Bish fatally stabbed after threatening his draft age son. Coroner Zech says Bish killed himself after wounding wife Golda 52 and Ruth 15 with a hatchet and knife before retreating to an attic where police found him.
Officials posed with the two registrants who left for training. hats removed as Barr photographed in black and white. A Washington newspaper showed soldiers awaiting exams and fingerprinting in the new citizens army. Wesley Dean, formerly of Berryville, ordered to Fort Meade then Fort Bliss for anti aircraft training.
Greek reports from the front say Italian troops terrain along the Albanian coast hold out four days before retreating under pressure. A Fascist regiment of death pledged to die rather than retreat, but Greek advices state the Greek counter invasion is advancing in all sectors and Slatans along the coast are retreating.
Mussolini's high command claimed a swift Italian victory in a renewed naval clash south of Sardinia. The British admiralty disputed the account, stating the British fleet escaped unscathed, while the Italian report said two British cruisers were damaged and a battleship carrier and cruiser hit by bombs. The Rome communique noted Italian counter attacks along the southern front amid Greek resistance reports. In England, Plymouth and London endured German bombing, with Plymouth bombarded by over 100 Nazi raiders and Cologne subjected to RAF strikes.
New arrivals include dresses priced from 2 to 3.98 with sizes 9 to 17 and 20 to 44. Coats and outerwear such as tweeds polos reversibles and black dress coats offered in sizes 9 to 17 and larger, starting at 8.95. Located at 150 N Loudoun St. Shop ad flyered.
Local ad promotes a Christmas gift sale at Minnie M. Jackson Jewelry Store featuring watches leather goods and various Deane gifts. Sale starts at 10 a m with in store viewing and bargains advertised across the page.
The Winchester Junk Co announces immediate demand for iron and metals with Mi 8 price offers. Located at 13 E Fairfax Lane. Telephone 254.
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