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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1964
Page
1
Star Staff Writer Jack Cummins reports Miss Luci Baines Johnson arrives in Winchester with her parents hosting her stay at the Byrd home. The 16 year old monarch of a three day fete says she enjoys dogs and looks forward to all events despite dreary weather.
The program lists events for April 30 including Luci Baines Johnson coronation at Handley Bowl, a Springtime Wonderland parade, a firemen parade and awards, an aerial fireworks display at Handley School, dances at Shawnee Fire Hall and War Memorial Building, plus early tours of orchards and free Telephone Story screenings at Palace Theatre.
The Wonderland of Spring festival, a Blossom Festival in music and dance, will follow Miss Luci Baines Johnson crown ceremony tomorrow at 3 p.m. in the Hdhdley Bowl. Between 700 and 1,000 participants are listed, with contributions from the Women's Civic League and several local studios and choirs.
Tennessee singer Dottie West greeted officials and prepared to marshal the Firemen's Night Parade. Parade Director Arlie Long announced 231 units and about 5,500 participants, with the procession set to start at 6 pm tomorrow across a multi-state representation of towns and fire departments.
The parade will start at 6 p.m. and move north along the designated route through the city as part of the Firemen's Parade festivities Tomorrow's event outlines the procession path for onlookers and participants.
Washington AP report says Southern senators held a secret strategy session as Dirksen and Mansfield prepared to file a cloture petition to end debate on a civil rights bill. Russell said he still opposes any vote this week despite pressure and a likely 67-vote requirement.
City announces parking prohibitions on Cameron Baker Loudoun Stewart Handley Gerrard Monmouth Cork and surrounding blocks starting at noon and lasting through the day. Vehicles parked on posted streets will be towed at owner expense. residents urged to keep cars in driveways and minimize usage.
Greek Cypriots halted renewed assault on Kyrenia Pass after UN peace force commander condemned the push to seize St. Hilarion Castle. About 350 Greek fighters paused near the fortress while roughly 150 Turkish Cypriot troops occupied the castle area. Sporadic gunfire was heard in Nicosia as a lull settled across the island.
The 37th annual Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival prepares to unveil Queen Shenandoah XXXVII Designate Miss Luci Baines Johnson at a Workers Reception. The event at the George Washington Hotel starts at 8 pm with Escort Festival President James R. Wilkins and appearances by maids of honor, regional princesses, and local honoraries.
The Winchester Common Council formed a five member Parking Authority and a seven member Downtown Development Commission to improve the downtown shopping climate. The plan envisions about half a million dollars over ten years to add 600 parking spaces and better utilize existing lots. John G. Goodwin and Del Sewell were appointed to the new Authority, aligning with the Downtown Progress report. The Authority can raise funds, own or lease land, and negotiate leases, with the city not bearing direct tax obligations.
A pressure area over Ohio and a cold front reaching Mississippi create a risk of light rain in the northern part of the state, with scattered showers and thundershowers possible in the southern region.
Store announces hours open all day Thursday and closed all day Friday for Shickle's Food Mart customers and staff.
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