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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1937
Page
4
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Classified and memorial rates set at 2 cents per word with 25 cent minimum. memorials 10 cents per line. cards of thanks 75 cents. Display ads 45 cents per inch plus border. Copy due by 10 AM publication day. AP rights note and a Bible verse from Isaiah 55 6 7.
The essay critiques J Bruce Ismay as Titanic scapegoat while noting his retirement to Ireland after public vilification. It contrasts public cruelty with the tragedy’s 1600 deaths and hints at Italy’s shaky capital markets under Mussolini, predicting limited support from democratic nations.
The Associated Clubs of Virginia For Roadside Development and the Garden Club of Virginia have secured 44 businesses to end billboard advertising in Virginia when contracts end. The campaign seeks permanent removal of unsightly signs to protect scenic routes, especially the Blue Ridge, and boost tourism.
In a statement from Lynchburg News, Mussolini issues an appeal to foreign capital to provide financial peace money and support. The rhetoric promises aid from abroad despite earlier harsh declarations about independence and internal resolve.
New York PSC reports Associated Gas and Electric Corp spent over 1 million dollars in 1935 to defeat the Wheeler Rayburn holding company act. It alleges subsidiary utilities bore the cost, passed to consumers, via faked telegrams and lobbying expenses. The piece recalls 1904 insurance fund contributions to the Republican campaign and notes Hughes led to reform legislation.
The Norfolk Ledger-Dispatch recalls the young H St George Tucker later bishop of Virginia. It notes his ease in water and his family’s swimming tradition at Virginia Beach. A playful legend says he swam a half mile with an umbrella and a book, then read at shore.
One exhibit of Ernest Davies wins first prize in the 4-H Club Hobby fair held at Episcopal Parish house Allegany High School of Cumberland Maryland. Cumberland High School defeats Handley 24 6 in first C V AL contest. Germany recognizes Italian annexation of Ethiopia King Emanuel of Italy is emperor after conference.
State head confirms the R Y Conrad Post led all groups in dues collected. About 1200 dollars were spent by the state to convict Kermit Orndorff for the murder of his wife. Three county schools were broken into with evidence of rowdyism and theft found. Parents of James P Reardon Jr report he was made a Captain of the 8 M A cadet corps at Staunton. The Handley Board presents a new colored school building to the City School Board and students will march to it from Cameron Street Los. Margaret Kelchner leads the G A A stunt program at the annual carnival. Winchester Park Playground Association reports a year end balance of 2 03 and bought 405 in equipment.
A quiz of quick facts covers insured savings and loan associations, number of U S planes, rail freight in 1936, New Orleans proximity to the Gulf, standard time adoption in 1883, how Time magazine gets news, sound speeds, Italian language varieties, cork production, Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, ancient mourning customs, art canvas materials, top daily milk yield, a 70 day mourning period, the United States Conciliation Service, and the first concrete house built in the United States Milton House Wisconsin built in 1844 by Joe Goodrich.
Twenty five years ago A. M. Baker was chosen right eminent grand commander of the Grand Commandery of Knight Templars of Virginia at the annual Richmond convention. A thousand West Virginia coal miners return to work after a weeks long strike for higher wages. A Winchester man is convicted of stealing lightning rods near Quicksburg. Charles E. Trenary his wife and child are slightly injured when a large auto strikes and overturns their buggy in Harrisonburg.
Forty years ago Hansbrough and Carter insured the stable behind James B Faulkner property which burned in a night blaze. Two hunters find the skeleton of a missing detective near Cedar Creek fully clothed. George Cooley is injured by a runaway cash car at Herring's store. The Sarah Zane Company cannot assist due to hose shortages. officers call for more fireplugs.
Washington observers note the James Roosevelt appointment signals more than an admin task It could shift politics toward page one and influence the reorganization plan The piece compares the dynamic to John Adams and John Quincy Adams and cites potential effects on Capitol Hill and treasury policy
A reminiscence recalls swimmers leaping from the dam and drifting for minutes while one man alternated between diving and retreating to the rocking chair and pipe under the arcade of West Lawn, illustrating a peculiar local ritual.
A Matapoa Massachusetts wife who won a national beauty contest then passed Hollywood tests declines a movie contract and returns to domestic life. The Atlantic City Miss America walked out on fame and back to high school, prompting questions about the value of Hollywood exploitation and whether women should seek normal lives over sudden wealth.
Ex Marine Maj Gen Smedley Butler warns that neutrality is unsafe in Far Eastern tensions. He argues only by avoiding near involvement can the United States prevent being drawn into conflict. He likens current policies to quarantining Japan and urges protecting the next generation.
Tim Kennedy, a London area dentist, reportedly died by his own hand in a planned act. The scene centers on a meticulous husband and professional whose outward success masked a dangerous self-delusion. Esther Ashwell, his wife, features in the unfolding tragedy.
Esther suffers a devastating accident leaving her leg shortened and arm paralyzed after a failed extension and plate surgery. Tim Kennedy cares for her, while she battles nightmares and trauma, as doctors fear sepsis and pursue risky repair. The tale of survival unfolds in West Shilston and The Wilderness.
Esther Kennedy, who survived severe injuries after being struck by a truck in February near Admiral Park, endured seven months in a General hospital ward. The accident followed an outbreak of measles that left her weak and hospitalized, with doctors delaying surgery and using morphia despite objections.
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