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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1936
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star dated from Winchester, Virginia lists subscription prices for different terms and carrier rates. The text ends with a prompt referencing a Vice-President, implying a political or advertising context within the periodical.
Proverbs 28 26 warns that trusting one’s own heart leads to folly while seeking wisdom from others and from God provides guidance. A brief reflection on judgment and discretion.
In a heated campaign, personal attacks rise as Father Coughlin’s remarks sway votes for Roosevelt while New Deal spokesmen target Governor Landon. The piece cautions against abusive rhetoric, recalling past elections where slurs influenced outcomes and urging respectful critique of policies and parties.
Norfolk Virginian Pilot notes Secretary Hull’s handling of the bombing of the destroyer Kane as admirable. It argues both sides in Spain should avoid attacking American ships and urges clear instructions to prevent further harm to American nationals and vessels.
Readers praise the Secretary of State for acting with calmness and sanity, expressing gratitude for steady leadership during a troubling period. The tone reflects approval of measured conduct and dependable governance.
A Dublin Times reader comments on the shift from traditional hay drying to indoor scientific drying due to persistent rain. He contrasts old harvest romance with modern methods, noting increased yield and multiple crops but laments loss of scent, color, and rural charm.
The Baltimore Sun essayist Chris Billop is cited describing the hairpin as a small wire bent double used for myriad tasks. He lists practical uses from removing meat in shells to emergency repairs and cabinet security, noting the common dilemma of a missing hairpin when needed.
Leon Trotzky once again eludes arrest in Oslo by signing a pledge to refrain from revolutionary activity. The exiled Bolshevik figure, real name Bronstein, will be allowed to stay in Norway until December 18 under the verbal assurance, yet the outcome remains uncertain.
In a New York State tale a patient asks a doctor to visit next week to examine his wife who allegedly broke her jaw. The exchange shows light humor as the doctor responds to the request and offers to help with medical advice and treatment.
Grim irony marks Trotzky signing an agreement as police seal off his quarters. Norwegian authorities say his word mirrors the Russian government, while the Soviet claim to control the Communist party is rejected as nonsense by Stalin’s hands. Trotzky risks action without weapons, remaining as active as before in Norway.
Landon speaks of a new era while fears arise Alf may oversleep the dawn. Hollywood director notes growing friendliness in kisses. Jim Farley is rumored to be kissing babies as he campaigns. Government taxes are alleged hidden and invisible, with a critique that you cannot feel them either.
Henry M Taylor a crop statistic ian predicts an improvement in apple yield A meat boycott by consumers is reflected in slightly lower prices in Chicago The Consumers Utility Company cancels contracts for rehabilitation of old plant A new plant may be constructed it is reported reliably Chimes presented to the First Baptist church by Dr E A Humston as a memorial to his wife are to be dedicated Sunday Mnry H Rogers Jr young millionaire is released in death of Evelyn Hoey actress
Five years ago Miss Mollie Kremer died at her sister Mrs. O H Cornwell's home. R L Omps was named chairman of the county Democratic committee. Burr Harrison urged Democrats to stay loyal in the November election. Mrs Earl Boy-Ed acquired land in Clarke county. Albert Kremer prepared to leave for George Washington University to study law.
Twenty five years ago Maine retained prohibition by 365 votes after Monday's special election. An all night rain interrupted the Winchester fair's track events while a Hagerstown visitor pens a glowing fair report. In Strasburg, Herb George Southern mourns as his bride of three weeks is found dead. A. C. Slonaker is named highest of John Dove chapter No. 1 Royal Arch Masons.
On September 15, 1917 reports confirm Russia declared a republic amid upheaval. The proclamation signaled a major shift in governance as factions maneuvered for power during the revolutionary period.
Reader questions cover distilleries in operation in June 1910 with an estimated 30 000 to 40 000 labels, handicap definitions in horse racing, Dorothy Arnold disappearance, attribution of Far From the Madding Crowd, Czar Reed, polo pony training time, first clubfoot operation, largest fish markets Fulton Market New York and Billingsgate London, protection of Wisconsin wildflowers, notable women chess players, Pope minions titles, Loch Lomond size, Welsbach mantle naming, windbreak trees in Great Plains, Alaska population balance, first US women’s magazine, and Dr Edward Everett Hale quote.
Sally Rand, damp from a shower, suffered a severe electrical shock to her right thumb but continued her dance at the frontier celebration in Fort Worth last night after being knocked down by a live switch.
Republican Manager John D. M. Hamilton spoke at a National Press Club luncheon in Washington drawing a large mixed crowd including New Deal officials. The speech was politically tepid with polite applause and few questions as attendees sat in a packed auditorium and gallery. Hamilton’s talk failed to deliver the anticipated vehemence or news value.
A witty column by William Ritt mocks science news and political hype with satirical quips. It notes super heavy water, million-dollar per ounce costs, car crashes, and a museum cow-mooing bird. The piece lampoons radio campaigns and public fuss with quick punchlines.
Gay Elwell mingles at a Detroit club dinner hosted by Wayn e Adams where Christian Scott and Breck Carter clash for her attention. Wayne escorts Gay to a terrace dance as tension rises with Scott and Adams amid opulent decor and starry windows.
Gay Elwell and Wayne Adams linger on a terrace above Detroit, where privacy and jealousy color their flirtation. She muses on Wayne’s possible future and his bachelor lineage as the city lights stretch below, hinting at an uneasy, unfolding romance and an impending departure.
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