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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1946
Page
4
Winchester Evening Star asks readers to report delivery delays or irregularities to improve service. Includes subscription rates by motor route with one year in advance and other terms, noting outside zones pricing. October 15, 1946 issue features a Bible verse from Corinthians.
With limited exceptions the American public would support Bernard Baruch in resisting any revision of the generous proposals for international control of atomic energy. Destroying the nation’s bombs at Russia’s demand would harm U S prestige and authority. The plan calls for handing over the industrial formula and all bombs to an international commission once an effective control method is agreed.
An executive warns against the idea of oversavings and argues that the American savings rate has not changed since the war except for wartime spikes. He notes falling savings as goods remain scarce and inflation cools, while consumer spending rises and a future recession could test financial resilience. Savings would then become a lifeline for wage earners.
The State of Virginia failed to take adequate steps to abate stream pollution, costing a $20,000,000 industry and 2,000 workers. Options on 571 acres of land in the state have been released.
The Kan Enka plan relocates to Morristown Tennessee on the Holston River after tests show James River pollution and discoloration. Lynchburg Chamber notes TVA pollution patterns and cites Virginia cities as offenders for sewage and industrial waste.
Pierre Laval was executed as a traitor to France after attempting to cheat the firing squad with poison. Lt. Thomas G. Scully was appointed chairman of the local Virginia War Fund Drive for Winchester and Frederick County. Five adults received 12 months suspended jail terms for contributing to the moral delinquency of a minor after three youths aged 10 to 14 broke into the B M Chevrolet Company and stole $96.84.
At the Common Council meeting Brady Largent highlighted poor street designation and proposed erecting legible signs. A rumor claims a Pennsylvania couple, after receiving a city clerk license, was asked about the minister’s denomination and the bride replied she is a Republican.
The Boy Scout camp leaders training course begins tonight at the Presbyterian Church on South Loudoun Street with I. Fred Stine in charge. Hope Riley directs songs and Eugene Cooper, camping committee chairman, will introduce the speaker. WPA funds totaling 41,988.02 for Winchester projects were forwarded from the local office, per Frank Bailey, director.
Women of Winchester will attend the formal fall opening of H. K. Green and Brother tomorrow evening to view fall styles. Ray L. Kittinger, famed daredevil human fly, will perform Saturday evening scaling the Farmers and Merchants National Bank Building in a gravity defying exhibition.
A 1896 item notes Mr. George Curl is recovering from a severe illness and Mrs. Frank Pingley is critically ill with typhoid fever at her home near Hayfield. The brief reflects a local health snapshot from fifty years prior.
A medical note reports penicillin ointment effectively treating sycosis barbae, an infected beard condition caused by staphylococcus at hair roots. In a study of 20 patients, 18 had beard infections ranging from 1 to 14 years, with six cleared in six weeks and several greatly improved. ongoing care and hygiene, plus possible X-ray hair removal in severe cases, are advised.
A reader uses a satire of inflation fears to critique consumer traps from wartime rationing to everyday shopping. The piece mocks price signals, the OPA, and a washing machine racket, noting rising costs and deceptive practices in 1930s style.
A religious reflection by Earl L. Douglas discusses Jesus ascent and its relevance to modern faith. It explains how the ascension enables Christ to be near all people and how biblical passages affirm his perpetual presence. The piece then shifts to a Q and A section about United Nations languages and silver dollar silver content.
A quiz page asks seven questions about history music science and geography. It covers Baldur von Schirach leadership, a melody designation, royal titles, electrical insulators among glass paraffin silk, a grammar correction, Sirius location, Florida borders, a September Morn painting, Latin abbreviations i e, and Ann Rutledge's association with Lincoln.
The memo states colorless nail polish lacquer does not injure gold plated surfaces and can be used to regain shine on tarnished jewelry.
Alfred Dodson of Winchester was fined 110 dollars and given a suspended 30 day jail term for driving without a license while intoxicated. Other cases heard by Judge Rice include Arthur Martin for drunken and disorderly conduct costing 20 dollars plus costs, and several more defendants with minor fines and costs for drunkenness. A related trivia item asks where the Archbishop of Canterbury resides, noting Lambeth Palace in London as the historic residence.
Abby faces pressure from Barry to marry amid family tensions. Emerson, Val, Carstairs, and Pete witness the confrontation as Abby weighs love against her father and future. Barry asserts intentions, Abby resists, and the scene builds toward a dramatic next act.
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