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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1946
Page
2
Officials ordered a strict house curfew from 6 30 p m to 5 30 a m daily in Jewish areas of Jerusalem due to a serious recrudescence of Jewish terroristic activity during darkness. Meanwhile, in Washington a hotel strike by 5 000 AFL employees against 18 upscale hotels continued into its second week as union talks collapsed again.
Halifax Chronicle reports a highly placed informant says Premier Stalin may visit the United States and possibly Canada in early November. A Quitania suite is said to be prepared aboard the liner with Stalin aboard on the westward voyage from Britain, per the Chronicle.
London dispatch reports British investigators focus on France for a breakthrough in the $80,000 jewel theft from the Duchess of Windsor. Signs indicate possible cooperation or leads emerging as inquiries continue.
PB of Suffolk and for more than half a century died Friday at home after a long illness. Funeral will be Sunday at 4 30 p.m. at St. Pauls Episcopal Church with Rev Louis A Haskell officiating. Burial in Cedar Hill Cemetery.
Clarence James Braithwaite infant son of Mr and Mrs Robert Braithwaite of 214 North Braddock Street died Thursday morning at 430 am in Winchester Memorial Hospital. He was buried in the family lot at Mt Hebron Cemetery.
The name Maggie V. Braithwaite of Middletown was mistakenly printed twice as guilty of speeding. There was only one offense some weeks ago. The error is regretted.
The annual Harvest Home service will be held at Centenary Reformed Church at 11 A M Sunday. It features harvest hymns and prayers in a sanctuary decorated with fruits. Afterward the fruits will be taken to Homewood at Hagerstown for the elderly in the church’s care.
Robert Kerns of Shawnee Avenue told police a 10 30 delivery at North Braddock Street ended with a hit and run. His bike was run over and damage valued at 15 dollars.
David F. Bowman 82 formerly of Leithersburg Md died yesterday at 10 30 AM in Winchester Memorial Hospital He had been living with his daughter Mrs Gladys Snyder at 656 North Loudoun Winchester for five years He leaves sons Keller and Gray Bowman of Hagerstown Md and daughters Mrs Gladys Snyder Mrs Dora Russell both of Winchester and Mrs Carry Bowers of Orca Pa Removal to Kraiss Mortuary Hagerstown for Sunday service at 2 PM conducted by Rev Harry Roland Interment in Lutheran Cemetery Leithersburg Md.
Jackie Lee Kibler aged eight months died at Winchester Memorial Hospital at 1:20 a m due to complications after a three day illness. He resided at 549 North Cameron Street and is survived by his parents Nannie Foster and Benjamin T Kibler two sisters Nannie J and Shirley A and two brothers Edward T and Allan R. The remains are at Jones Funeral Home with funeral arrangements incomplete.
A nationwide report shows many customers in cities like Minneapolis Seattle Washington and Dallas refusing higher priced meats. Butchers and market managers note reluctant buying, with comments that prices are too steep and wholesalers may lower costs if demand wanes.
The Winchester Brown Bombers meet the Hagerstown American Legion colored football team at City Park tomorrow at 2 15 in the afternoon. The Legionnaires seek to preserve an undefeated record while the Bombers chase their fourth straight win after an opening loss to Martinsburg.
The Home Agent timetable lists office and field days from Monday Oct 21 through Saturday Oct 26. Activities include West Frederick 4-H Club at Mrs Bishops, Stonewall HDC at Mrs Fred Stines, Evandale HDC at Mrs Marle Hannum, Friendly Grove 4-H Club at Community Hall, and West Frederick HDC at Mrs Sadie Lamps with business meetings, handicrafts, demonstrations, and Christmas gift ideas.
Senators on the Foreign Relations Committee praised Secretary of State Byrnes for his Paris conference report and foreign policy framework. They applaud the push for a just peaceful world and a deliberate American approach.
The FBI traced the case to 1941 with the killing of Capt Ulrich Von Der Osten in Times Square. Witness Lucy Boehmler testified to the ring led by Lau and Ludwig, exposing a network with Lau running a hosiery business front in Argentina and New York City during the war.
Secretary Reese a Muhlenberg College graduate and Luther Seminary alumnus will address the Parish and Church School Board. He previously served as pastor and Navy chaplain before joining the board in 1946. After the ae, about an hour and a quarter, Luther League will serve refreshments in the adjoining room.
London papers lead with James Byrnes Washington report on the Paris Peace Conference. Headlines in The Daily Mail and others frame Byrnes stance as firm to Moscow while noting Russia tension and puzzled or critical tones from several outlets.
The sixth annual Northern Virginia Feeder Calf Sale at Virginia Livestock Auction Market in Winchester grossed $48,458.26 from 434 calves. Top lots included Hereford and Angus steers with averages from 22 to 25 cents per pound, led by a 385 lb Hereford at 44 cents and a total of $169.40.
The Presbyterian Open Door Class and four other church groups hold Sunday meetings at 9:45 am with named teachers Rev Duckwall Dr E T Clark Rev W E Eisenberg Mr Bryant Harper and Mr Garland R Quarles. Visitors welcome at all sessions.
Voters consider continued ballots for A Willis Robertson Robert H Woods and Lawrence Wilkes for the unexpired term of Congressman Robertson and full term for the House. Burr Harrison and Karl Jenkins seek the seat. A third ballot proposes amending section 183 to allow state and local taxation of property owned by the United States.
Rep Ellis E Patterson at a three day Far Eastern problems conference urged immediate U S Marines withdrawal from China and an end to support for the Chinese government in the civil war He criticized Secretary Byrnes for disarming Japanese troops and questioned the administration policy linking to Henry Wallace and Roosevelt era foreign policy
Miss Jane Over Miss Dorothy Eckford Steve Rosenberger and Marshall Hut chinson constitute the class. The session starts at 9 45 a m and every member is urged to be present and on time. Visitors are expected to observe.
Sherman told a few thousand at Horse Show Grounds that naval aviation must stay central to any worthy navy. He said carriers form today’s backbone and future fleets will use aircraft, guided missiles, atomic weapons and energy for propulsion. He praised Wedemeyer Byrd and Edson for wartime service and leadership, and urged postwar U.S. leadership and swift internal problem solving.
The event honors Governor Tuck with a daytime program in a town dressed in flags and bunting. Residents attend a community gathering showcasing local pride and official remarks celebratory in tone.
Governor Tuck saluted Clarke county fallen soldiers and surviving veterans, praising their sacrifice and devotion. He said their actions sustain the nation through peril and inspire the youth to carry forward the torch of the fallen.
A community event today features a barbecue supper served at 4 30 PM on the Horse Show Grounds followed by a street dance at 8 PM. The gathering celebrates enduring freedoms and local traditions.
Correct responses list for the page four daily quiz. Samuel Gompers is answer one. The ratio is four to one. Water boils at 212 degrees Fahrenheit. The Book of Judges is the fifth answer. Benjamin Franklin is the sixth. The surplus property was sold by auction. The ninth answer is Julius Caesar. The tenth event notes burned at the stake.
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