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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1950
Page
4
A partial, cryptic fragment argues some will be shocked by truth and contrasts worship of material value with reverence for a divine message. The text references “gods” and a “millions” figure, suggesting a critique of material power versus spiritual guidance.
The Governor warns Virginia department heads and their chiefs to comply with his call for economy of operation. He urges reducing personnel and for each department to cut its force. The editorial hopes he pursues this relentlessly and even removes any department head who resists cooperation.
The case outlines claims that Great Britain's War Secretary John Strachey and Defense Minister Emanuel Shinwell remain Marxists. It notes past deportation actions against Strachey and asserts US-British wartime data sharing while labeling both officials as Marxists.
The writer argues that socialism inevitably leads to communism, citing British War Secretary Strachey and questioning the wisdom of sending billions to a socialist government. The piece casts doubt on US policy, labeling it illogical and imprudent and challenging the justification for support of Great Britain.
In Staunton News Leader opinion page the split among Democrats over President's Brannan plan heats up. Truman renews push while Rep Cooley denounces it as harmful, praising current price support as essential. The piece argues the plan would submerge farmers under a federal subsidy regime amid high costs from unions.
The TVA is criticized as a government run business still funded by taxpayers. From 1949 to 1951 appropriations rise from 30 million to 102.7 million dollars. The piece argues the federal program never proves a true cost for electricity and questions accountability.
One year ago Benjamin Belchie was elected chairman of the Winchester Recreation Committee to succeed C. A. Hobart, who moved to Berryville. H. C. Sheetz Sr. became chairman of the Winchester Presby terian Church deacons board, with officers Clif ford Grim M D Weaver C W Atkins Harry Kalbach. The Winchester Police Department installed a teletype unit linked to the Valley circuit for temporary use. Andy Bell sent an officer to collect $1 from a tag buyer who paid his bill in pennies and shortchanged him.
Local orchardists fear a great loss of their fruit crop after temperatures fell to 28 degrees overnight. Manager W. A. Baker called Winchester Park team to begin first Spring practice. Miss Sue Schlack elected president of Winchester Quota Club succeeding Mrs. Ethel Jolliffe.
Ten years ago Northern Virginia cattle breeders planned a shipment of 45 head to Staunton for a purebred Angus sale. The note reflects historical farming activity and regional livestock trade.
Twenty five years ago Martinsburg shoplifters ransacked more than $1,000 from F. S. Emmett and Son Co, carrying articles out under their coats. Rev. J. Luther Neff was re appointed to serve another year. A North Winchester fire disrupted a Sarah Zane Fire Co meeting where new members were being sworn in.
Fifty years ago W H Baker was elected the first president of the newly formed board of trade. Miss Louise Redmond led in a popularity contest in the Star Times. Charles B Rouss credited with building America’s first private mausoleum then under construction at Mt Hebron Cemetery.
A sharp column argues the Pearl Harbor Lilienthal and McCarthy inquiries were steered by a closed cadre of Senators and lawyers. It links Seth Richardson Edward P Morgan Lyon Tyler and Richard Nixon to the pattern and suggests White House influence across Roosevelt Truman and allied aides.
A newspaper column urges regular self examination to detect breast lumps early. It notes cancer often starts small and painless, may spread to lymph glands, and reduces cure chances if treatment is delayed. Emphasizes monthly checks, prompt doctor visits, and that many cancers are curable with early action. Also mentions hereditary links for high blood pressure in a Q&A.
Rainfall data show 24 hour period ending 7 am on April 4, 1950. Year-to-date rainfall totals reach 2.99 inches for April and 7.76 inches overall. Average annual rainfall for 37 years stands at 36.56 inches. Monthly averages from 1913-1949 list Jan 2.50, Feb 1.92, Apr 3.78, Jul 3.81, Aug 3.93, Sep 3.34 inches. Courtesy of Winchester Research.
A 10 day quiz rates scores from Mem ory Genius to Good with daily 9 10 or 7 8 etc. Questions cover world capitals founders of states Shakespeare questions and biblical references. The text ends with a long religious reflection on Good Friday and sacrifice.
A devotional column questions the name Good Friday and the crucifixion narrative. It argues the date marks a murder of a perfect man by prejudiced judges and bribed witnesses, reflecting on the trial and crucifixion.
The earliest security exchanges formed in New York, Philadelphia, and Boston. These were soon joined by markets in Pittsburgh, Chicago, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and many other cities.
Elsa proposes Dick Torres move in with Jenny and Natalie to ease arrangements for her and Pete. Jenny balks needing Natalie’s consent. The plan aims to finish attic space and adjust finances while Diane’s modeling return stirs concerns about marriages, independence, and trust. References to Jack Tyson, Fred, and ongoing family tensions frame the draft.
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