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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1957
Page
4
The Soviet government compelled bond purchases and announced principal and interest may not be repaid. Khrushchev claimed Western capitalists cannot understand the Soviet soul and accused outsiders of doubting workers and peasants’ voluntary actions.
Ted Williams highlighted Joe Louis tax troubles as April 15 approaches. Louis reportedly owes about 1.25 million in back taxes penalties and interest with interest accruing over 275 dollars daily.
The fund was set up and Louis turned over 124000 from his wrestling and refereeing career which he has left due to a heart condition at age 43. Fans raise funds to cover his tax bill while a government settlement seems likely as other figures like Parnell Thomas and William Saroyan have done similarly.
The British announce large military cuts trimming manpower from 680000 to 75000, closing bases worldwide, pulling troops from Korea, and scrapping or selling battleships. Officials say the empire is over and the Commonwealth is a group of free nations. The U S may bear greater defense duties as wars trend atomic.
An April themed verse depicts an old man leaving winter behind. He tends peas, enjoys sparrows and crows, and welcomes lilacs as spring returns. He stays active and engaged, not dwelling on age or lingering ailments, embracing renewal.
Poem notes a household once spacious now crowded by many children. The speaker compares the home to a small hotel as the family expands, with enough beds and meals to accommodate the growing brood.
The Red Cross reports more than one million acres flooded by ram from the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. The item notes widespread damage across multiple states and ongoing relief efforts.
A 1907 item notes Mr William Grim of Thomas M Barrs store injures and hospital care. A suit filed against the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad for 3000 over damages to prize hogs and cattle in transit. Charles Kurtz of the Evening Star reports supper, discovery of an old shed nest with 43 Plymouth Rock eggs in Beck yard. He also owns two hens.
Assistant Secretary of State Robertson told University of Virginia on Founder's Day that the U S break with Britain and France over Egypt was essential to uphold United Nations principles. He warned critics and said the main issue is defending freedom against oppression and preserving the spirit of revolution against tyranny.
A letter to The Star urges Virginia to capitalize on the Jamestown 350th anniversary by promoting regional events and attracting millions of visitors. It calls for cooperation with Winchester and nearby counties, Homecoming weeks, and involvement from historical associations and business groups to showcase Virginia’s liberties and development.
Dr. Bundesen discusses high blood pressure as a common chronic ailment and outlines symptoms such as morning headaches dizziness fatigue and palpitations. He cautions against self diagnosis and urges medical examination and following a doctor's advice to manage the condition.
Rainfall for past 48 hours ending 8:30 a m shows none today. April rainfall to date 3.22 inches and to date 9.85 inches this year. Average annual rainfall over 44 years is 36.99 inches. Monthly averages from 1912 to 1956 list Jan 2.43 Feb 2.00 Mar 2.97 Apr 3.08 May 3.86 Jun 3.86 Jul 3.79 Aug 4.60 Sep 2.66 Oct 3.24 Nov 2.54 Dec 2.47 inches.
The passage extols profound change within individuals as life progresses from infancy to maturity. It describes moments of light that alter emotions, ideals, and desires for better or worse. It cites the Bible’s Behold I make all things new and presents Christianity as divine transformation rather than mere moral improvement.
A quiz item asks ten questions covering history and geography such as whether slave importation was legal before 1800 and identifying the Queen of the Antilles. It includes true false prompts and a Bible verse query. The page prompts turning to page 2 for answers and notes scoring categories.
Betty Murray known as The Show Plane Lady plans an International Show Plane trip to Europe next month with 71 theater lovers, then a round-the-world tour at year end. Her American Theater Institute has ferried 25 000 playgoers here by plane and bus from across the Americas, Cuba and Canada.
The article reviews E Herbert Norman the Canadian ambassador to Egypt and his 1957 death after a Senate subcommittee labeled him a Communist. It traces witness contradictions and the hearings focusing on Norman and other State Department personnel and questions the hearings purpose and evidence.
The Daughters of the American Revolution begin their 66th Continental Congress with President Eisenhower's greeting. About 4,000 delegates attend as Sen Knowland and Sen Russell address the opening session. Mrs. Frederic A. Groves chairs the meeting and outlines the theme Our Goodly Heritage. Seven vice presidents general will be chosen Thursday from eight candidates.
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