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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1938
Page
4
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A religious notice from October 3 1938 presents a scripture verse from John 8 12 about walking in darkness and receiving the light of life.
Dr. Gustavus J. Esselen of Boston describes bubbles as more than simple playthings. He notes scientists use high speed films and lab apparatus to study bubbles, revealing a complex world where liquid fragments whirl inside like atomic particles. The observation highlights ongoing mystery and potential in both tiny and large bubbles.
Cumberland Times notes that Britain has reduced industrial strife through government initiative and employer accommodation. The piece contrasts Britain’s peaceful cooperation with America’s ongoing class struggle while recalling past conflicts and the value of studying Britain's approach.
William Gibbs McAdoo will resign from the U S Senate to chair Dollar Steamship Lines. The Maritime Commission announced the appointment as it controls about ninety percent of Dollar Lines stock with a federal subsidy supporting the move. As senator he earned ten thousand dollars a year and his new pay will likely be about double.
Attention has lately been given to the improvement of agricultural production as a measure of defense but parallel endeavors to increase the supply seem to be neglected. In war time the supplies of white or demersal fish such as cod haddock plaice etc are likely to be depend on trawling the range of which has had to
The piece argues Britain could rely on near shore herring catches as a wartime staple if foreign markets close. It estimates 300 steam drifters and 500 motor boats could meet needs, notes landings could rise from current fleets, and discusses storage, freezing, and rising use of pickling for export.
Senator William G. McAdoo, crushed for renomination, contemplates an independent bid. A rival candidate, backing a state law to pay thirty dollars weekly to unemployed citizens over fifty, pledges a hundred dollars weekly per person. Analysts note pre election promises often sway votes and raising the ante is a shrewd political tactic.
News of other years recalls Bishop Arthur J. Moore arriving to preside over the annual Baltimore Southern Methodist Conference. Also noted is Handley’s 14 0 victory over Harrisonburg in the second football game of the season, and a society engagement announced by the Ritter family for Catherine Ritter to Lawrence Hollis. The Duke and Duchess of Windsor plan a temporary stay in Maryland as reported by A P citing their uncle.
Carl Hubbell starts for the Yankees in the opening game against the Senators with Wally Stewart. Apple growers report packing yields around 50 percent this year. Virginia voters cast a light vote on the prohibition repeal question with Winchester and across the state.
News notes report a break in at General and Mrs Beverley Brown in Front Royal. Franklin D Roosevelt accepts the Democratic nomination to run for governor of New York. Clinton Carnes, missing treasurer of the Southern Baptist Home Mission Board, is arrested in Winnipeg. Rev Murray D Mitchell is returned to Baltimore Street Church for a third year by the Baltimore Conference.
Reports describe a cavalry brigade that camped here in summer arriving in Washington and parading down Pennsylvania Avenue. Floods devastate the southwest ruin a $6,000,000 rice crop. Lewis Machir of Strasburg Virginia pursues a young man across town after a hotel bill remains unpaid. Survivors of Confederate Mosby’s command hold a reunion at Fredericksburg.
Forty years ago Rev. Julian Broadus of Berryville did not preach at the Baptist Church due to bad weather. Major Holmes Conrad with two daughters Bettie and Carter and a son spent the day in Washington. William Wright's running horse Prosper showed well at the Carlisle Fair. Congressman James Hay arrives in town and will speak tonight at Brucetown.
Information bureau of The Winchester Evening Star offers factual answers on request. Send a question with three cents for reply to Frederic J. Haskins director in Washington D C.
The piece lists facts and trivia: Ferdinand Pecora is a naturalized U.S. citizen born in Nicosia, Italy, in 1882. It notes Hugo Eckener about the LZ-130, Osnaburg textile, Army Band signature, world Jewish population, Columbus ships, football coach salaries, New York World's Fair size, Sonja Henie leg insurance, Mein Kampf sales, FBI criminal histories, Roosevelt assassination attempt details, and Kipling quotation source.
Washington report notes growing opposition to the farm program as Wallace, Smith, and the White House clash over price fixing, crop processing taxes, and wheat export plans. Officials foresee a major political clash ahead with Farm Bureau and Corcoran links shaping the debate.
Noel Shayne is abducted after two or three men pull her from the street and blindfold her. She is taken to a secluded house where she is guarded and kept under a wary eye as she plans an escape. A blond young captive seems sympathetic. The fate of Betsy remains unknown.
The Baltimore Sun notes the potential Republican nomination of Thomas B. Dewey for Governor of New York and the historic pattern of Lehman being drafted in 1936. It weighs Dewey's limited seasoning against Lehman's political track record and Roosevelt-era clashes, with Roosevelt reportedly pleased about Lehman's status.
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