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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1952
Page
3
In Panmunjom a 44 minute session between United Nations and Communist staff officers produced agreement on the wording of a proposed truce document. Deadlock remained on some text and they adjourned to an indefinite recess.
The Star advertises daily vacation editions and details a probate notice for H Dellinger deceased. It lists six shares of an estate divided among relatives including Elizabeth Hoover Miller and Maude Hoover Foltz, with names like Valley National Bank Winchester and Ruth Artz appearing in the text. The document is signed by Elliott Marshall Corinne Barnett Riley and others.
Virginians for Eisenhower prepare committees in all cities and counties across Virginia. Local GOP groups and the Young Republicans plan opening offices as other independent clubs invite Republicans independents and listed Democrats to join.
Geneva N Y fruit specialists report new peach varieties extending the season between the main varieties Golden Jubilee Halehaven and Elberta. Halehaven and Elberta show ripening timing, with Halehaven and Elberta noted for their potential but not always reliable completion.
Frank Brown dies at his residence 607 8. Braddock. Funeral service set for tomorrow at 2 30 p m at Grace Lutheran Church with Reverends Eisenberg and Goode officiating. The body will lie in state at Jones Funeral Home until 1 30 Wednesday then proceed to the church. Pallbearers listed include Levi Funsford Homer Harlee B H Jones Sr C H Hamman Gardner Hillyard Charles W Fries and BS Pretitt. Interment in Mount Hebron Cemetery.
Mae Parker, aged 8? from Stephens City, daughter of Jacob and Katherine Lem Parker, dies at home. Services set for 10:30 a.m. at Stephens City Methodist Church with Rev. A York officiating. Burial follows in the church cemetery with a tented viewing before the funeral.
A yearling sale saw Lea, the first and only millionaire horse ridden by Eddie Arcaro, gain a notable bid boost as he heads for a $100,000 stakes at Saratoga. The event reflects steady money and no slump in investor interest.
A tired businessman contemplates a Boston doctor named Dr Sarah Jordan, with tensions rising over unconventional office hours. The piece hints at upcoming revelations as the workday lightens for a restorative lunch and brief private moments.
W. A. Pennington, serving as temporary president, announced today that the annual wildlife meeting of the new Vir World edition will be held.
Reports from Hong Kong describe the third harvest under Communism in South Central China facing supply shortages blamed on landlords and bandits. Widespread sabotage includes arson, dammed reservoirs, cut power lines, and burned rail bridges as authorities claim peasants and militia respond to the enemy threat.
A red reception could be expected in the station's fringe areas as Huntington TV Station promotes itself as the world's most powerful signal. The feature highlights strong coverage and broad reach beyond urban centers.
U S Court Justice William O Douglas arrived by air today starting a two week tour of the Malaya battle area where British and Japanese troops are fighting Communist guerrillas.
Washington politicians discuss improving conventions four years ahead to avoid rushing decisions. Critics harshly fault mass demonstrations after brief nominating speeches. The piece notes unease with public spectacle and urges updates to engage late viewers.
The Hot Springs ranked as the coolest Virginia location last week per U S Weather Bureau data with a high of 92 and a low of 58 averaging 74 degrees. The statewide July average was 80.5 degrees and rainfall totaled 8.37 inches, about one and a half inches below normal. Halifax led stations with a 107 high and 68 low, averaging 85 degrees. Winchester posted a 101 high and 62 low, averaging 81, five degrees above normal.
Chaos erupts as Theodore mob figure Roe 53, a reputed South Side policy racketeer and millionaire, is fatally shot at close range. The target, described as the last of the old guard, was hit twice in the chest and once in the neck with a pink shotgun slugs.
Fragmentary item records a small quotation or price note mentioning 2.10 and an apparent inconsistency with some council or county reference. Readable detail is limited. entities named are minimal and unclear.
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