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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1944
Page
4
The Evening Star Publishing Co. in Winchester Virginia asks readers to report any delay or irregularity in newspaper delivery. Prompt reader feedback helps maintain a perfect delivery system. Subscription figures listed include amounts 6.58 3.50 2.00 70 18 05.
A devotional line quotes Psalms 94 12 praising blessing for those who heed the Lord and learn from his law, echoing religious instruction.
The U S S Texas, commissioned in 1912 as part of the Texas class, served in World War I and participated in the Cherbourg and southern France landings. Despite skepticism from Jane's Fighting Ships, it demonstrated steady usefulness with upgrades, transfers to newer fleets, and a still vital role in the modern navy.
The piece reevaluates Erwin Rommel after his death noting his early capital in North Africa, admired by some as a skilled commander yet criticized for inflexibility and brutal tactics. It argues his real strength lay in limited theaters and he remains called a fox for his rapid retreats and cautious strategy.
Sixteen Bryarly county students visiting for Lion's eye clinic tour the Star plant to see newspaper publication. Ralph N. Dorsey named chairman of Clarke County Democratic Committee. Ben Bernie dies at Beverley Hills home. State Police hold Safety Carnival at Handley stadium. Funeral for William L. Poston of Virginia Woolen Mill. Zero Pack produces 150000 cans of fruit annually.
The Little Theatre presents Sun Up starring Mrs Burr P Harrison as the lead in a local stage production. Gas prices continue falling as major refineries and distributors announce fresh reductions across the market.
The comedy Just Married, praised as one of the most amusing and entertaining comedies about honeymooners, is now showing at the Empire Theater. The Star staff recalls the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Cedar Creek as Civil War history.
After viewing The Lure at a matinee the Empire Theater will not show the film again. Postmaster Charles E Harris at Boyce reports a nighttime robbery of $20 in stamps from the post office.
James H. Jones dies suddenly overnight from a heart attack. Ringgold’s and the 54th Pennsylvania Cavalry attend a reunion. A very interesting program is planned for the event.
A persuasive editorial urges readers to vote on election day and not abandon the polls. It notes how a small number of votes has decided past elections, cites 1916 California for Wilson vs Hughes, and urges planning to ensure time off and using judgment to choose a preferred candidate.
Mrs. F. R. Snapp is re-elected head of the Woman's Auxiliary of the Sarah Zane Fire Company. Miss Katie Fitzpatrick wins a cut glass pitcher at the Catholic bazaar. The Green residence at Kent and Cecil streets suffers minor fire damage.
An editorial argues that half of nickel candy production should be set aside for soldiers. It notes shelves will empty and urges explaining to children that fathers and brothers endure hardship in rain and cold. It stresses teaching realistic army life while shielding the most brutal details.
Earl L. Douglass discusses pain and suffering as a divine message and purpose. He links tribulation to the Latin tribulatum, arguing trouble separates good from bad, refines the soul, and leads to peace when kept with faith. He cites Christ's example of enduring suffering to aid believers.
A reader quiz asks about a new geographic name near Guadalcanal, arson as a term and fiction character, liberated towns in Europe, author of Nana, seas between Mindanao and Celebes, Quezon's cause of death, the Mark IV tank origins, a Bona Partes ensign bird, the prisoner of the Vatican, and which artist painted The Age of the?
Washington reports outline a planned major fall offensive in Europe to decide the war duration. Allies push at Antwerp and in the Schelde Estuary while Russian advances strain Nazi lines from the Baltic to the Balkans. The piece notes manpower, munitions, and winter conditions as factors in a broad campaign strategy.
In the present war it is necessary to be a blood mother of a serviceman who died in action or in line of duty. It also includes mothers who meet that criterion.
A medical discussion on fatigue after war, examining causes from anxiety to physiological fatigue. It describes how exertion, nutrition and insulin use affect energy, cites Guadalcanal fatigue cases, and suggests dietary adjustments including cereals bread fruits vegetables and sugary drinks to aid neurasthenia.
A concise reference outlines marriage and divorce law naturalization immigration and contract matters plus notes interest wills property copyright and trademarks. Compiled for laymen by a layman the Home Law Book offers up to date information in a handy 48 page edition priced fifteen cents postpaid.
A reader questions topics from around the world and U S history, including Soviet military training ages, Continental Congress representation, civilian homing pigeons, a poem line source, coal mine land conditions, cigarette tip heat, and the Arc de Triomphe’s size. The Exchange provides concise factual answers and citations.
Inquiries about traffic rules prompt noting that Argentina and Uruguay use left-hand traffic unlike the United States. The Home Law Book request is included with fifteen cents enclosed.
In a tense porch scene Dwight and Anne confront love and duty amid hospital drama. Dwight admits love and denial of Lois Ryan while Anne resists returning to New York to stay with Mrs Reynolds. The pair debate obligations, with a plan to proceed after the operation.
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