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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1950
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR shows Winchester Evening Star masthead, publisher F. Byrd, addresses in New York City and Winchester Virginia, Associated Press membership, ad rates and publication terms, and circulation notes. The readable text centers on branding and rate cards rather than a complete news item.
A speaker on Monday April 10, 1950 urged equal law for natives and foreigners, arguing civilization rests on universal rights rather than guards or fences to impede escape. He pressed for a single rule of law governing both residents and visitors.
United States News and World Report asserts the White House is surprised by worse than expected government finances. The piece hints President Truman may be awakening to the risks of deficit spending tied to his policy.
White Collar Fish release aims to harden trout for April 20 season opener. Hatchery bred fish released in March to encourage wild behavior, while fishermen face a season of conditioning to avoid strains. The piece urges anglers to prepare by exercising and even gathering wild greens for resilience.
A short daily routine in early mornings and after work activates nearly all muscles and can condition a white collar worker to wade a trout stream by April 20. It also tones lawns and, humorously, pleases wives tired of hearing about the big ones getting away as dandelions and wild garlic proliferate unless dug up.
The Missouri grounding becomes a solemn test of accountability as Captain Brown faces court martial. The piece reflects on naval tradition, flashes of historic valor, and the enduring pride of sailors who bear responsibility with stoic resolve.
The column argues Senate Majority Leader Lucas delays the Kefauver interstate crime inquiry to shield the Administration from GOP embarrassment over ties to big city political machines. It cites a Kansas City murder of a former aide as heightening concern about those connections.
C. S. Hartman retired from railway postal service as hobbies noted. Robert E. Ayler elected county schools superintendent, succeeding Leslie D. Kline after 32 years. Orchardists used smudge pots as temperature fell to 25. Dr. C. R. Anderson who served eight years in that post. Dr. A. B. Groves expected apple trees to bloom in early May. festival slated for the second and third. Stphens City High School seniors prepared a play More Power To You with Miss Garnett Hamrick assisting.
Five years ago funeral services were held for Lt Floyd Lee Derffling Jr. 22 who died when his Mustang aircraft crashed into the Gulf of Mexico. The rites took place at Reliance United Brethren Church where he had been a member. Mrs Boeith announced the marriage of their niece Colleen Gardner to Pic Walter Fries U S Army Air Forces. Apartment in Athens by Glenway Wes-
G Arthur Robinson, a prominent local businessman, announced his bid for mayor as an independent candidate opposing the current administration. He plans to campaign on reform and economic growth while appealing to voters across the city.
Twenty five years ago the Empire theatre gave colorful skull caps to boys as a greeting from management. An announcement was made of the marriage of Miss Matre Cornwell to Mr Glenn Allamong of Grimes, son of J D Allamong.
The Friendship Fire Co announced an all day excursion. Rev. Dr. S L Cox preached his last sermon as Braddock Street Methodist pastor. Mr and Mrs Robert M Ward marked their first anniversary with a small party.
A compilation of Q and A covering topics from The Atlantic Monthly and general knowledge. It includes notes on editing by Holmes, early gas tractors, the origin of the term stick in printing, Theodore Roosevelt's African expedition specimens, the first Africans in America, Nelson's Trafalgar prayer, Cape Hatteras lighthouse, the phrase on the bench, radio station affiliations in 1949, roast pig discovery via Lamb, Sam Walter Foss, cloud composition, Nero's death, NYC garbage disposal, and interfaith child upbringing.
A quiz feature offers 100 questions over 10 days with daily score bands. It lists example items such as naming Horace Greeley, classifying dog sizes, correcting a sentence, and Rip Van Winkle’s slumber length, along with a page 2 answer reveal.
Earl L. Douglas D D reflects on moral decline comparing past and present and Rugby headmaster Dr Arnold’s call for abhorrence of evil. He warns that tolerance of evil and lax morals signal spiritual sickness and questions whether there is a standard of right and wrong today.
Jenny persuades Pete to let Dick help with painting and carpentry to bond them. Dick resists but joins the dog walk and dinner routine, while Jenny smooths tensions with Brent and explains an artist guest’s background. Dick shows quiet desire for a purposeful future as he contemplates becoming a civil engineer.
Kidney stones form from salts in urine that precipitate under certain conditions. Factors include diet purines, parathyroid tumors, diet deficiencies, blocked urine flow, kidney position, and infection. incidence varies by region and gender.
Present and past rainfall figures cover 24 hours to 7 a m with trace amounts in April and year to date 2 99 inches. The 1950 year to date is 7 76 inches and the 37 year average is 36 56 inches. Monthly averages from the 37 year period are listed for January through December with values from 2 50 to 3 93 inches. Satisfied courtesy of Winchester Laboratory.
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