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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1940
Page
7
The Humane Society of Jefferson County West Virginia holds hunting dogs found far from home. Owners were located through the newspaper, and several dogs suitable as children's pets are being kept under care.
A woman was stabbed and driven to the emergency room by another driver who said she could not control the situation. Medical staff treated the victim as police investigated the incident and sought details from witnesses.
Local brief reports E Woods notes a neighbor’s 7 year old triplet differs from siblings in a Kansas City area incident. The fragment hints at a comparison among four neighbors and their children without full context.
Sept 17 notes list visitors and families from Jenkins Kentucky and Pennsylvania. Annie Johnson Ralph Johnson and Sarah Ann Johnson shown among guests. Dora Miller returns home after Ohio visit. Ollie Marpole and A J Marpole relatives from Pennsylvania visited over the weekend. Community attends Edgar Lafollette funeral.
An Our Health reader column highlights Logan Clendemning in a helpful feature. The page emphasizes health tips and practical guidance for readers seeking wellness advice.
Watermen begin dredging and tonging today to open the Fo ster season in the Potomac River, managed jointly by Maryland and Virginia Conservation Commissions. Maryland season typically opens November 1.
Handley students publish a weekly school paper for elementary news. Elementary readers are invited to submit articles and visit the mailbox outside Mrs Barr’s office to see what goes into print.
In Cambridge Maryland a mobile U S Army recruiting trailer stayed in town as spectators gathered for a defense parade drawing about 10000 people. The event recalled World War days and aimed to enlist volunteers for the expanding armed forces.
Trustees will offer at public auction in front of Winchester courthouse Virginia on Saturday September 28 1940 at 12 M. two deeds of trust dating 1937 and 1939 default on debt has occurred the sale includes two tracts totaling about 60 acres near Albin with parcels described by old deeds already consolidated for sale by John M Steck M M Lynch and John P Allen Trustee in Bankruptcy Duvall Dunn auctioneers costs and procedures noted in legal notice field.
Reproductions of 150 works from French to American masters will be shown at Handley School on Thursday and Friday. The display features portraits landscapes marines and pastoral scenes to aid art appreciation. Admission 15 cents, students free, viewing hours 3 to 5 30 p m and 7 to 9 30 p m.
The 1940 Handlian and The Peanut from Suffolk High School tied for first place in the Class B High School annual contest. The 1941 seniors aim to beat that record and continue Suffolk’s strong showing.
Cumberland Md September 17 The county emergency home for juveniles will close October 1 because it cannot meet state welfare standards. It would cost about 25000 to upgrade the facility, and funds are unavailable. Closure raises county problems due to crowded state juvenile institutions.
On September 6 the Handley Band won a prize of $100 at the Tobacco Festival in South Boston Virginia. The band faced trouble this year filling vacant senior spots and called on students to support by taking up an instrument.
The Executive Council fixed October 5 as the deadline for General dues. Browning room led with full payment, followed by Solenberger and Perry's Chatterboxes. The race continues as rooms hurry to pay 1.50 for a G O ticket and gain free entry to all games starting September 28.
Two new faculty members join Handley with Miss Collette from Elkins West Virginia and Mr Walden from Richmond Virginia both coming from Davis and Elkins College and University of Virginia respectively Mrs Deckert also returns to the halls causing a warm welcome from staff and students
The USDA estimates total cash income for farmers in 1940 at 8.9 billion dollars including government benefit plots, up 360 million from last year. It notes that 1925–1929 cash income averaged 10.894 billion, while 1935–1939 averaged 7.72 billion per year, highlighting the impact of benefits.
Brenda Carter notes boys and girls attend the same school with no dress restrictions. Baker Russell highlights the large building and many rooms. Eleanor Laing fears getting lost for classes. Earl Charnock says the school runs like a college. Roger Edmonds comments on confusing bells.
Handley returns sixteen lettermen including backfield players Bill McIntyre Butch Robinson Wayne Whitem Eli Garber Jack Boyce Bobby Green and Clayton Cochran from last year. New varsity names include Berlyn Moore Bill Shewan Allen Legge Jim Thomson while Raymond Burke Graham Kerr Gail Robinson will play center with Burke Robinson alternating at end.
Miss Larrick and Mr. Browning were elected senior sponsors one year ago. Two years ago Handley welcomed Mr. Maddox and McCue. Four years ago Kiwanis Club members dined in the school cafeteria and a tree was planted on campus to commemorate Constitution Day.
Natalie Browne ’41 writes to the editor criticizing the use of study halls in the auditorium and urging division into groups and use of upstairs rooms and the library for quiet study. She notes teachers unused rooms and limited library access as causes for students seeking alternative spaces.
In a light hearted note the column greets students returning after summer. Mentions A M A reopening and excitement over senior rings, alumni memories, and a call for dues payments.
O B M Bentley reported losing a watch during plowing six years ago and again two years ago. The heirloom was found today, still keeping accurate time after its long disappearance.
A report cites that earnings during the five years ending 1929 were $3.7 million below the five year average, referencing data for 1925 through 1929.
A historical note states that the country’s population then was about ten million less than the present total. It highlights a significant growth over time.
Funeral services for Mark A Armel of Be ey are set for tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. from Kurtz Funeral Home to Macedonia Me Church. The Rev George Waters will officiate with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Pallbearers include nephews George E Caleb E and Arthur R Armel and others from Winchester and nearby areas. Surviving family members include a widow two daughters and several brothers and sisters.
Virginia Department of Highways invites sealed bids by 10 AM Friday September 27 1940 at 1221 East Broad Street Richmond for the Three Bridges and Approaches over North and South Forks Shenandoah River and Crooked Run at Riverton Warren County with major items including reinforced concrete 10000 cubic yards steel 1404000 pounds waterbound Macadam 49000 square yards excavation 344000 cubic yards steel spans and cantilever arms and continuous truss spans. Bidder must follow U S labor and wage rules with domestic material preference. Bid guarantee is 1000 and plans are available in Richmond and district offices. The commission may reject all bids.
The fat 25 mm life due to the loss of a leg necessitated by injuries in a motorcycle accident. The body arrived at the Kurtz home shortly before noon today.
WEST MINOT 2 OT ae UP-Charges of professional conduct brought by a special investigating committee Bruce T. Bair Westminster attorney and former state American law commander were denied in an answer filed in Carroll County Circuit Court. Bair was ordered by Chief Neice F. Neale Parke to show cause why he should not be disbarred or disciplined after the court cited misconduct in four divorce cases.
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