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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1949
Page
4
The U S News and World Report outlines vast sums for the coming year beginning July 1 1949 noting the United States will spend 45 billion and comparing it to the world total gold mined valued at around 40 billion in all history and Columbus era context.
President Truman sends a special health message to Congress proposing a multi billion dollar compulsory health insurance program financed by payroll taxes. The rival Taft plan would expand free medical services for low income individuals funded by federal grants to the states.
The text argues doctors joining a plan could accept or reject patients and patients would choose their physician. It notes a Congress wary of socialism must decide if either plan fits that label.
Dr. Edwin G. Nourse urges trimming the total defense budget to fit economic capacity, arguing that reorientation of economic and political defenses is needed. He warns that excessive military and aid outlays strain the economy and weaken long term security, urging a comprehensive cost statement for Congress.
News from 1948 notes police agitation after the Walter Reuther shooting incident with three union men nabbed. Jack Hardesty of Berryville wins first in the 50 egg prize at the tri county 4-H meet. A son born to Mr. and Mrs. Elmer DeHaven of 226 8S Loudoun Street, the mother being the former Loraine Bean. Stonewall High School captures District L track championship.
1944 battles show Allied air offensives as U S bombers strike France and Italian based bombers target German lines to the Russian front. Handley students in the District C literary meet include Carroll Morrow Janet Lovett Betty Hendrie Charles Robinson Courtney Fauver and Richard Brown. Mrs Mae B Kelly of Route 1 receives a telegram from the War Department reporting her son Pfc Kenneth Charles Kelly seriously wounded in action in the Asiatic area.
Ten years ago in 1939 Handley led a track meet with 26 points across five events while STAR went to press. President Roosevelt spent a day in Shenandoah Valley after visiting PDR Jr. at U Va. More building construction anticipated this summer as Herman Hable leases offices on Bos cawen Street.
A Shenandoah Valley field club draws 20 entries under Leslie D. Kline as president. Charles G. Bragg dies at his home 203 N.
HAL BOYLE argues Senate probes of the Malmedy massacre trials risk forging a postwar German hero in Col. Peiper and his co defendants. He notes death sentences were reduced and questions remain about confessions and battlefield ethics.
Earl L. Douglas argues that rereading classic works like Chaucer's Canterbury Tales broadens the mind beyond modern literature. He notes enduring human nature and the value of character, sincerity, and faith across ages, praising Chaucer as a man of action who wrote poetry in a demanding era.
A doctor explains that right lower abdominal pain resembles appendicitis but may arise from mesenteric gland inflammation, caecal distension, urinary tract disorders, kidney issues, or spine problems. He notes vomiting is rare with mesenteric disease, and careful diagnosis is essential to avoid unnecessary surgery.
A 10 day IQ test scoring guide with daily correct answer bands. Includes ten sample questions on geography presidents philosophy warp vs wool congressional service senator state and New England states plus a page 2 answer key.
The message encourages residents to participate in Clean-Up Paint-Up Week to improve the town’s appearance. It calls on everyone to pitch in, volunteer, and keep streets, yards, and public spaces tidy for a neater, brighter community.
Legend places tea’s origin in 2737 BC in China, with the earliest newspaper notice from 1658 in England promoting “China drink called by the Chineans Tcha, by other Nations Tay, also Tee.”
In a lunch at a quiet restaurant Libby boasts of New York luxury and a carefree affair with David while Beatrice watches their friendship fray. A later ride with Hilde reveals hardship, pride, and quiet resilience as Hilde explains her night work and Tom’s craftsman pride.
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