Carter Glass for U S House and Senators
Short political notice lists Carter Glass for United States House position and Willis Robertson for the Senate, with untidy OCR indicating representatives role and party alignment in the Winchester market.
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1936
Page
4
Short political notice lists Carter Glass for United States House position and Willis Robertson for the Senate, with untidy OCR indicating representatives role and party alignment in the Winchester market.
A religious verse emphasizes rejoicing in the Lord despite scarcity and hardship. It contrasts drought and animal losses with trust in salvation, expressing steadfast faith and joy in God. The lines reflect themes of resilience and spiritual rejoicing amid deprivation.
The piece argues Hearst’s charges that Roosevelt has communist support do not prove Roosevelt is a tool of the Communist Party or compelled by anarchists. It says both Roosevelt and Landon are backed by diverse voters and labels Hearst’s move as an appeal to prejudice and ignorance.
The article notes Senator Muse, a Democrat who switched to Republican support, faced resignation pressure amid claims he sought reelection as a Republican while previously a Democrat. The piece discusses constituent reaction and the fate of his office, suggesting resignation was the prudent course.
The Sun argues the planned economy under Roosevelt threatens capitalism, contrasting with Republican and Harding era policies. It notes the paper’s cautious stance, pledging support if Landon aligns with its views while recognizing its weight in shaping opinion and potential impact on national leadership.
Will Rogers notes that some people never leave their nerve at home and jokes that restaurant staff meet more nervy customers than others. He ponders whether the nerves are worn by staff or by patrons in the dining room.
A man at a Pittsburg restaurant orders a planked sirloin and many high priced dishes then argues with staff. He jokes about being permanently ejected after a past cutoff, while the piece notes Roosevelt’s return to Washington and Landon’s stay in Kansas for four years.
One year ago Floyd Gibbons, renowned World War II correspondent, departed Rome to cover the Italio-Ethiopian front. Local postal workers adopt a 40 hour week amid staffing shifts. Col. B. M. Roszel receives the Silver Beaver Award for outstanding youth service. A new ordinance proposes restricting city milk sales to Grade A only. Shenandoah Valley, Inc., executive committee plans a full publicity campaign.
A five year-ago report notes Britain temporarily suspending the gold standard as world financial circles race to safeguard the international structure. President Hoover and his party pass through a city en route to Martinsburg West Virginia and urge the American Legion to join in a peace time economy effort. Federal expenditures in Virginia for 1930 31 include construction maintenance and drought relief totaling 75000000 dollars.
Ten years ago Governor Harry F. Byrd issued a proclamation expressing sympathy to people in southern Florida who suffered great hurricane losses. The Rt. Rev. Henry St. George Tucker is installed as bishop coadjutor of the Virginia Diocese in Richmond. A packed Empire Theatre sees Bringing a Father. A ragman from Mamaroneck, N. lists business due to rag shortage.
Twenty five years ago reports note the death of Thomas Hensell, a Winchester businessman, in Hagerstown Maryland. L. E. Calvert of Lockport New York contracts for apples in orchards of James B. Russell and John Cather near Winso Pippins fetch $3.50. High school enrollment rises in Boyce Virginia with over one hundred students. Daniel Hefflebower of Rippon West Virginia buys a farm at Point West Virginia for $20. A tramp comet is spotted in the southwest sky by Reverend Martin S. Brennan of St Louis.
On September 22 1792 the French National Convention declared the French Republic marking the abolition of the monarchy and the shift to a new republican era. The proclamation followed the capture of the Tuileries and elevated the people to sovereign political authority.
A short verse titled The Stars Open Forum by Wilmer F Shryock reflecting discontent among men. It contrasts greed and neglect with belief that God governs and wills, urging restraint and purpose over futile gestures.
A compendium of reader questions answered by Frederic J. Haskin and staff. Topics include circus tent height, Queen Mary sister ship, Sing Sing electricity, making puree, Jay Franklin, navy spread-eagled, early appendicitis, 1898 war, Girl'sFriendly Society, Statue of Liberty dedication, world’s beautiful cities, Elliott Roosevelt, Trotsky exile, Margaret Clington, Coleridge feet, and Jacquard loom.
Central Press discusses how popular interest in U S history grows as films feature figures like Andrew Jackson. The piece notes Jackson’s people centered rise and his effect on constitutional power, while examining opponents and third party activity around his era, including Henry Clay and the Anti Masons.
The column muses on summer savings and world politics with mixed wit. It jokes about Haile Selassie offered film work, a mock Chinese vote impact, and a TV future for rural youth. It quips that leaders resemble children and school openings prompt September Marm imagery.
Gay Elwell mingles with Detroit social elites at a dinner party hosted by Doctor Wilson. Wayne Adams shows growing interest while Tim Keenan pretends devotion to incite Eleanor Randolph’s jealousy. Gay confronts Wayne after a piano interlude as she weighs her risky romance.
In a tense scene, Gay refuses Wayne’s demand for an explanation while flirting with danger. Tim arrives with news and a revealing letter from Grace shows a plot simmering beneath elegant social tempers. To Be Continued.
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