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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1931
Page
4
The Evening Star issued from Winchester Virginia announces its second class publication status and distribution schedule with publication day listed as every Sunday at the Winchester post office reflecting traditional newspaper practices of the era.
In advance rates shown for subscriptions include one month at 30 cents and six months at 480 cents. The text also references Keenan rates and a weekly national advertising representation with names Devine Tenney and a corporate listing for York Des Moines.
A clipped AP credit note states the Associated Press exclusively owns rights to its news dispatches and certain content within this paper. The fragment emphasizes exclusive use and publication rights for AP supplied material.
A brief consolidation pulls items from Morning Item The Weekly News Weekly Times and The Weekly. Elements covered include local happenings, notices, and short items from partner papers, reflecting regional concerns and community updates.
Joseph S. Denny seeks the House of Delegates while Burr P. Harrison runs for Commonwealth's Attorney. The campaign centers on local governance and public safety, with both candidates presenting platforms to voters.
A devotional line echoes Psalm 33 20 about awaiting the Lord for help and protection, portraying faith as a shield and strong support. The text emphasizes patient trust and divine aid in times of uncertainty.
Armistead Churchill Gordon of Staunton died at age 75 76. A Virginian of ante bellum origin he was a trusted figure at the University of Virginia and a respected lawyer whose life reflected loyalty devotion courage and scholarly spirit. He valued personal integrity over self promotion and stood as a unique emblem of the Old South amid a changing era.
Britain today vies for top speed honors as Lieu t Stainforth sets a 415 mile per hour aviation record and Cheltenham Mail notes Swindon to London travel at 80 miles per hour, highlighting rapid progress in rail and motor racing.
The article recalls historic railway speed feats from 68.9 mph to 103 mph between Plymouth and London and the 392% mile non stop run to Edinburgh, noting Britain could surpass these with competitive pressure while focusing on power over speed.
Dr H Mark White of the University of Minnesota warned a professional gathering that college youths risk future physical trouble by reckless competitive sports for alma mater glory. He noted injuries in play are less harmful than long term conditioning loss after leaving college and urged moderation.
Vernon B. Schaeffer a 19 year old roadster driver died after his car sideswiped a trolley on York road. He died hours later of head and chest injuries. Motorman George Holton was charged with causing the death but released pending coroner’s inquiry.
Shipping point data for Winchester Virginia to Martinsburg and Shenandoah Cumberland Potomac Dist shows partly cloudy warm weather Saturday and cooler showers Sunday. Market steady with light demand for carloads f o b and usual terms. Prices listed for Yorks U S No 12 42 inches and various crates, tub and bulk rates per car and per cwt for Staymans Grimes and Yorks U S Util prices.
In a commentary from the B'nai B'rith Messenger a light hedging note questions whether reviving the bustle in dress could spur more bustle in business, implying style and commerce are linked.
Virginia budget director J H Bradford rebutts claims of $1 1 00 0 0 0 in conditional appropriations and reports a June 30 1931 general fund unappropriated surplus of 1 382 135 20 and cash balance of 6 026 299. He notes increased outlays for education health welfare and development, funded by taxes and other revenues, while warning about rising criminal charges and drought emergencies.
Home Agent Elizabeth Farrar urges Fredrick County Garden Club members to store surplus garden produce for winter. She details pit and cellar storage methods, suitable vegetables, ventilation, and placement tips to prevent spoilage and protect crops through cold months.
Antique advertisement touts RAT DIE rodent killer in powder form for pantry kitchen cellar and chicken coops. Claims 50 cent 3 oz size suitable for multiple spaces and 16 cent 6 oz size for small buildings with money back offer.
The Chester Chapter announces additional Red Cross contributors for the recent drive. The list includes numerous named donors such as Miss Mildred Lee Grove, Rev. Alfen Jones, Miss Annie Shryock, Prof. R. A. Wall, Dr. E. M. Steele, and many others along with an anonymous donor of $1.00, reflecting broad local support.
The Boston Herald commentary suggests major powers will seek joint action only if individual gains become unattainable, implying a late-stage convergence scenario driven by diminishing returns from separate efforts.
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