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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1945
Page
4
The Army has kept physicians idle at embarkation points while less essential troops were sent home. It pledges action, with 12,000 doctors to be discharged by Christmas and 16,000 by next July, but public patience is thin if performance does not improve.
Feeling His Way Dispatches from Tokyo shows General MacArthur contending with Washington policies. One scene has American guards over a billion dollars in seized metals under Japanese officials, another shows premier Baron Shidehara at a press conference. The treasure, partly held by imperial forces, reveals war lords’ power over government. Shidehara’s cautious stance signals slow reforms and ongoing clashes over military ministries and postwar governance.
The Army has delayed releasing doctors, leaving 42 000 of 45 500 Medical Corps doctors in uniform after V E Day. Acting Surgeon General Bliss cites separation centers, increased hospital workloads, and shipping limits, but critics deem explanations inadequate.
The piece argues that British and American recognition of the Austrian Government appears likely. It notes a balance between Communists, Socialists, and conservatives, with elections planned and a mixed cabinet. Recognition would ease Soviet concerns and signal Western satisfaction with governments in areas under Russian influence.
The Staunton Evening Leader notes travel restrictions are easing for wartime conditions. Sea travel remains scarce with Bermuda and Cuba largely unavailable while air and rail options expand. Plan outfits and distant trips with care and consider tours by rail or air for future vacations.
Hollywood reports from Bing Crosby’s brother Larry that the Crosby Research Foundation, a rumored inventions clearing house, has a simple airtight method to defeat the atomic bomb. He says information will be shared only to ensure it is used to pressure other nations to play fair with the United States.
Five bankers associations send representatives to a Richmond meeting this week. Wilbur Dyke stars for Handley with last game today before reporting for military service October 19. Berryville registration officials display a banner urging draft sign ups for men 21 to 35. A Willow Lawn barn on Valley Pike burns, eight tons of hay and farm equipment destroyed. Handley JV opens 1940 season vs Randolph Macon Academy Jay Vees on local gridiron. John M Fignpaw recounts a farm tour through Ohio Indiana Pennsylvania and West Virginia with farming conditions notes.
A brakeless bear truck crash on Route 7 at Castleman's Ferry Bridge kills two men and injures another. The Knitting Mill runs three daily shifts as Ethiopia war news dominates. City officials reappoint Hollis and seven patrolmen. Capt J Haddox badly injured after auto crash on Loudoun Street. Georgetown overpowers West Virginia Wesleyan 67 to 12 in first Washington night football game.
Dr. B. M. Knight and Dr. E. C. Yost appear on program at the Valley Dental Association meeting in Woodstock. The Retail Merchants Association is organized here with S. B. Price as president. George Shephard hosts the Mutual Farmers Club. Heavy attacks by French and Belgians aim to keep Germans busy while reinforcements are sent to Serbia.
Forty five years ago the new Med Church in Martinsburg West Virginia collapses near completion. The eighteen thousand dollar structure was being erected by Winchester contractors. A Locomobile that recently passed through here breaks down beyond Williamsport Maryland and is hauled back to Martinsburg for shipment to Pittsburgh by train.
A returning veteran recalls fear in battle and how repeating the ninety first psalm steadied him. The preacher explains that the Bible is God’s word to all people, speaking to deep needs and offering guidance in troubled times.
A balloon rises because the surrounding air is denser than the gas inside, so lighter than air gases are used. As temperature increases density decreases, reducing lift. The balloon stops rising when its total weight equals the weight of the displaced air, becoming a floating body.
A Star Winchester letter argues Japan uses propaganda to mask shortages at home and warns against aiding Japan through pacifist leniency. The writer recalls 1913 California legislature debates and Wilson era actions, predicting renewed Pearl Harbor risk if Japan’s disarmed forces are left unchecked, urging vigilance.
One of the largest fields of cars and drivers ever to assemble for big car races on a half mile track will gather tomorrow for the Victory Championship Races at Williams Grove Speedway in Williams Grove Pennsylvania starting with trials at noon. The stellar field will include the nation's leading drivers from across the country.
Sandra Edwards, a high‑flying Wakeman Benet saleswoman in 1940 Chicago, defies Bob Wakeman by refusing to duplicate Elaine Dubois’s gown. Wakeman urges compromise to please the actress, but Sandra stands firm over a gray wool dress and its buckle of hooks, risking her job in the process.
A reader quiz asks to complete a quotation Fit as a… and name authors for So Well Remembered and One Destiny. It also asks why old-time country colors were red and the powers of Midas. Other items cover Five Hundred origin P e, the three men in a tub, the first Postmaster General, WWII intelligence agency, and Good Queen Bess.
The program will run each Monday at 7:30 to 8:45 PM with sessions on The Book of Romans and Nuggets From the New Testament. Outside teachers are expected to visit, and admission is free. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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