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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1944
Page
4
The Evening Star lists delivery issues and asks subscribers to report delays. It notes publication rules by the Star Publishing Co. and requires advertisements to be submitted by 9 PM the day before publication with rates outlined.
A scripture verse proclaims that the Lord will not cast off his people nor forsake his inheritance, offering reassurance of divine steadfastness and protection. The message emphasizes enduring faith and Jehovah’s care for the faithful.
A Geneva dispatch reports Adolf Hitler strained by frequent nervous spells amid two front pressures. Heinrich Himmler warns officer candidates to act decisively and not protect anyone showing signs of retreat as Hitler prepares for a possible personal fight to the death at Berchtesgaden.
The article argues Ireland under Prime Minister Eamon de Valera may join neutral nations in pledging not to harbor Nazi war criminals after the war. It notes de Valera’s hesitation to announce a firm stance while hints of action loom in the coming weeks. It cites Allied concerns over Ireland’s neutrality and alleged leaks to Germany from Axis diplomats.
The Virginia Conservation Commission seeks unmarked and neglected graves of distinguished Virginians under a 1944 act. The editorial urges public cooperation to locate and mark these graves, noting Virginia’s historical neglect and the need to protect historic houses from fire by valuing the state’s heritage.
The Martinsville Daily Bulletin notes the death of Mitsuru Toyama in his 90s. It details his role as founder of the Black Dragon Society and claims he engineered wars, controlled courts and press, and influenced policy including Pearl Harbor. The piece frames his life as exceptionally malign and notes a perceived relief in his passing.
A Martinsville columnist laments polls like Gallup and Roper stealing drama from elections. The piece notes Sidney Hillman predicting Roosevelt will win Maine and Vermont, while Herbert Brownell is expected to forecast a Dewey Solid South win.
CHUNQKING, Oct. 20. Maj. Gen. Chang Tung-Chuen, army spokesman, said Japan strengthened coastal defence and prepared for possible American actions in China. Coastal areas between Shangkhai and Hangchow Bay were fortified and submarine bases were to be built at Wenchow, Foochow and Amoy. Inland fighting persisted in Kwangsi with Chinese forces holding back the Japanese near Ta jungklang, 23 miles above Kwai-in.
The sensational young find Jennifer Jones stars as Bernadette in Franz Werfel’s The Song of Bernadette directed by Henry King. Cast includes William Flythe Charles Bickford Vincent Price Lee J. Cobb Gladys Cooper and more. Openings are Wednesday November 8 with matinee at 1 30 and 2 pm and evening at 7 30 and 8 pm. tickets go on sale October 25 at Hable's real estate office.
Professor Tyndall proposed a public prayer test to prove prayer and Jesus was tempted to cast Himself down to test God. The piece argues prayer cannot be tested by public experiments and requires faith. Prayer is talking to a Divine Being we already trust.
Seven quiz prompts cover Sidney Hillman birthplace phrasing Bronx cheer settlement Nisei meaning land division in Turkey post cards coins or paintings Burr Hamilton duel Amnesia river drainage.
The assertion that most animals are born blind is false. Many young animals do not use their eyes immediately but are not blind. Cotton has been tested in road construction to reinforce asphalt highways using specially woven mesh.
A Washington correspondent reports Democratic and Republican lines of attack in the 1940 U S presidential contest. Roosevelt's renomination credibility is debated as Dewey gains in polls and party fatigue influences voter behavior across states.
The column debunks the “eat for two” myth noting weight gain in pregnancy is gradual and typically under 25 pounds. It discusses protein quality, minerals like calcium iron and phosphorus, the role of milk, iodine intake, and cautions about osteomalacia. It also answers inquires on syphilis prevalence among draftees, stating about 6 percent.
The piece notes unclear campaign spending with Democrats using affiliated groups such as CIO and Republicans balancing funds through state organizations. It cites Colorado as Republican and questions voter registration activity. It mentions Dewey and Truman in Missouri and suggests pundits overstate outcomes.
The LCS or landing craft support is used in the van of other landing craft in an invasion. Its job is that of fire support and it may be equipped with machine guns or rocket launchers. The text also notes mammal sizes from whale to shrew, with the pygmy shrew about three inches long.
A reader’s Q and A from The Winchester Evening asks about Iceland’s president and U S relations. Answers cover Sveinn Bjornsson as 1914 envoy, color setting in fabrics, prewar private plane costs, species usage, hurricane signals, Creasy’s Fifteen Decisive Battles, a baseball pitcher grandfather, Nissen hut origin, and Roman emperor Tiberius during Christ’s era.
Anne confronts old loyalties as Maven Raynor pressures her about past relationships. Russell Smith and Laura are named as engaged, while Dan, Russell’s brother, surprises Anne in a northern town with Dwight, a famed doctor, and a charged encounter sets up new conflict.
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