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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1938
Page
1
Hughes Motor Co releases an important notice slated for publication in Tomorrow's Paper dated nineteenth. The item signals a forthcoming event or update from the company with emphasis on timing and relevance to customers.
Big bargains in slightly used radios and car heaters for balance of customers' accounts. Firestone Auto Supply and Service Stores items offered. White Heath peaches for sale near Grimes by D. K. Russell on September 20.
The article reports how President Roose’s jab at southern conservatives sparked attention beyond the primaries. Voters in Georgia, Maryland, and South Carolina discuss loyalties as Maryland’s Tydings and South Carolina’s Smith face strong opposition. A Mississippi Delta passerby asks if Georgia will reelect its candidate while Maryland’s race looms.
An Arkansas widow shares how her ad seeking a husband yielded a life insurer payout. She received a $3,000 policy and lifelong widow’s pension after her husband enlisted and was killed, illustrating the supposed value of advertisements.
Winchester warns that driving with a defect can confuse oncoming motorists and urges careful inspection. The District Nurse Yard Party on Cork Street this evening and tomorrow raises funds toward $800 for patient treatment, with every bit helping.
United States Senator Walter F. George secured a wide margin renomination for a six year term in Georgia's primary. He led with 141,922 popular votes and 246 county unit votes, with Eugene Talmadge trailing and Law rence Camp ranking third. George dismissed bitterness as he pledged to work for the party.
Governor Price said Alex Hudgins of Blackstone will issue weekly Capitol releases on state programs and public assistance. The arrangement, begun before Carter Wormeley’s death, fills gaps in publicity and confirms no new bureau or director has been appointed.
Short classified notice for export apples offered by J. R. DuShane located at 15 Court Square. The ad references a known service since 26.
Visitors to the dedication of Winchester’s Municipal Airport will watch Company I perform a guard mount as part of the flag raising rites. McDiwee’s Municipal Band will provide concerts and parade music. The two day event is sponsored by the Junior Board of Trade and Chamber of Commerce with Valley Airways. Captain Hartman First Lieutenant Miller and Second Lieutenant Jackson will attend.
Parents may register children Monday at District Nurse Association offices near the Court House for the annual diptheria clinic run by the Junior Auxiliary of Memorial Hospital. White children signup 10 to 12, colored children 2 to 4. Only city children registered. The clinic runs Wednesday for whites and Thursday for colored children. Over 400 city children have received toxoid since the project began.
Government figures show purchasing power for farmers this year about nine percent below 1937. Gross and cash farm income for 1938 fell roughly twelve percent, partially offset by lower costs for farming inputs.
Officials study Virginia election laws to resolve the Middletown and Stephens City town council results. A tie in Middletown was broken by lot. legality and canvass timing are under review with the electoral board and county officials.
Capt. George E. T. Eyston regains world automobile speed title at Bonneville Salt Flats. He drives the Thunderbolt to 356.57 mph on the north mile and 358.57 mph return, displacing John R. Cobb who had held the record at 350.20 mph.
Berlin reports Adolf Hitler demanded cession to Germany of Czechoslovakia's Sudeten area and that Czechoslovakia align its foreign policy with Germany. The information, given by a person who spoke with Berchtesgaden chancellery officials after Hitler met Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain, notes Czechoslovakia's alliances with France and Soviet Russia and mentions Germany's plan to absorb the region into its economic system.
Clarke County will spend 47005 on secondary roads as approved by the Clarke Board of Supervisors. Of the total, 13830 goes to maintenance while 34075 is set for improvements and construction.
In Stephens City Virginia residents agree on fire protection but doubt funding for a municipal water system. Paul Sampsell and Atwell Rust oppose proposed water bonds, arguing current revenues cannot cover the cost.
Prague reports the Sudeten German party has been dissolved by the Czechoslovak government. Hoarded arms order issued for Bohemia's 63 districts as strikes, sabotage, and bloodshed Sweep Sudeten region. Henlein fled to Germany amid treason arrest warrants. British envoy Runciman remains in Prague as negotiations crumble.
Chamberlain lands to a buoyant reception and says his talks with Adolf Hitler were frank but friendly. He warns against published reports of the conversation and stresses caution over premature conclusions while briefing aides.
London bulletin notes the British cabinet is summoned for 11 a.m. to hear the peace report delivered by Prime Minister Churchill after his air trip. The report concerns negotiations with Reichsfuehrer Hitler and the momentous peace plan.
Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain arrived back in Britain after meeting Adolf Hitler in a landmark man to man discussion. He expressed satisfaction that both sides understand each other but did not reveal whether peace talks halted war over Czechoslovakia. He addressed cheering crowds at Heston airport and later planned cabinet consultations at No 10 Downing Street.
Geneva reports Britain concedes no automatic obligation for economic or military action by league members against an aggressor. Neutral nations Denmark and Belgium would not be compelled to allow cross border forces in a future war. Earl De La Warr states each action case must be judged on its merits and not by automatic covenant terms.
The McIlwee Municipal Band will perform at 8 o clock with a surprise feature at 8 30 this evening as part of a yard party at John Kerr School playgrounds corner of Cameron and Cork Streets. Proceeds go to the District Nurse Association tuberculosis fund with refreshments and a home for funds. Local volunteers and nurses will oversee the event aiming to help sanatorium patients by raising a coastal amount for their care.
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