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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1960

Page

4

Proverbs calm in trouble fades anger in verse

A proverb verse quotes Proverbs 15 1 about soft words soothing anger. The editorial notes a troublesome spot for many people and promises peace of mind and soul for the victorious person.

Secrecy Label Misused by Pentagon

Rep John E Moss chairs the Government Information subcommittee and finds the Pentagon uses secrecy far too freely. He cites vast amounts of classified material, warns against executive privilege and urges openness to protect the public’s right to know. He notes hidden documents grow at 1373 feet weekly. He questions the source of secrecy authority beyond National Security needs.

John E. Moss Subcommittee On Pentagon Moss Defense Department California Executive Branch Mass Congress

Short-Sighted Deals amid Soviet Bloc Credits and German Sales

The United States warns allies over extending credits to the Soviet bloc while West German firms sold steel to Russia, aiding Moscow’s procurement. Washington urges sales to uncommitted regions in Asia Africa and Latin America, condemning the seeming preference for Soviet commerce.

United States Poland Warsaw Washington Soviet Bloc North Atlantic Treaty Organization Russia Moscow Free World Asia Africa Latin America

Michelangelo's unfinished statues reveal eternal pursuit

The meditative notice suggests Michelangelo left statues and paintings incomplete, perhaps to reflect that life’s work is never final. It notes his belief in an eternal aspect to every enterprise and his struggle between being a painter and a sculptor.

Michelangelo Ing

Life Beyond Earth Fulfillment Urges Long View

The passage reflects on unfinished earthly life and the need to seek fulfillment beyond present aims. It argues life on earth is fragmentary and to be completed only after vast times, with a universal perspective on humanity’s journey toward a vast eternal beyond.

Earth

Vacationing ladies at Ocean City and local entertaining

Ten years ago in 1950 Miss Winifred Knight and Miss Lucy Bragg were vacationing at Ocean City Maryland. Mrs Fred McKee entertained at her Euclid Avenue home in honor of Mrs Jane Adams of Ridgeway.

Winifred Knight Lucy Bragg Ocean City, Md Fred McKee Euclid Avenue Jane Adams Ridgeway

Winchester painter Byrd W. Fugitt suffers fracture from porch fall

25 Years Ago 1935 Byrd W. Fugitt, a well known Winchester painter, fractured his left hip after falling from a porch roof at Mr. and Mrs. George Haddox's home. The state reports 23 infantile paralysis cases added to existing totals. Albermarle area bears epidemic impact. Misses Elizabeth Ann and Margaret Louise Haymaker return home after visiting Mrs. O. A. Brandenburg in Martinsburg.

Byrd W. Fugitt Winchester George W. Haddox Albermarle Elizabeth Ann Margaret Louise Haymaker O. A. Brandenburg Martinsburg

Diminutive Auto Brings Town Attention in 1910

Fifty years ago Scott Affleck, son of John Affleck, drew notice in town with a small auto he assembled himself. Messrs. Conley and Harry Glaize of Bliss spent the day at Armel on business. Mrs J E Ware and daughter Wilma visited her parents at Mt Williams.

Scott Affleck John Affleck Messrs. Conley Harry Glaize Bliss Armel J. E. Ware Wilma E. C. Allamong Mt. Williams

Who Is Responsible for the Plight of Thousands Hurt by Steel Strike

National Affairs examines the steel strike's economic impact, noting 100000 union members unemployed and 300000 underemployed. It questions accountability, urging an impartial tribunal to reveal how a small group can harm millions. The First National City Bank analysis details poststrike stock buildup and rolling readjustment with ongoing damage.

Washington Congress David McDonald Lworkers Union Kennedy Hyannis Port Mass McDonald Steel Union

Nuns Study Cancer Slides In Cramped Lab

In a former bathroom now a lab, eight nuns of Regina Mundi Priory study uterine cancer slides for St. Agnes Hospital. Led by Mother Aimee, they inspect about five to ten slides weekly, aiming for 100 weekly, with Dr. Edward Rehak supplying samples and interpretation.

Congregation of Jesus Crucified Edward Rehak St. Agnes Hospital Baltimore Rehak Marie Landri Regina Mundi Ma Aimee Marie Aimee Temple University Medical Center Phadelphia

Hagerstown Fair Set for August 8 to 13

Hagerstown Md the 105th annual exhibition runs August 8 to 13 at the fairgrounds with farmers predicting record cattle numbers and an expanded flower show. A first ice show in years will headline the grandstand along with Paul Riddell and his All American Dare Devils. The mile long midway will host various thrill attractions and matinee and co performances.

Hagerstown Hagerstown Fairgrounds Paul Riddell

Negroes Seek City-Owned Cemetery Lots in Portsmouth

A Portsmouth group led by Dr. James A. Holley Tl asks the City Council to allow non-discriminatory sale of cemetery lots after ten Negroes were refused by Cemetery Superintendent T. D. Smith. The city code allows selling three cemetery lots only to white applicants, prompting possible legal action if mediation fails.

Portsmouth James A. Holley T. D. Smith Smith Holley

Burnt Church Picnic Set Next Wednesday

The Burnt Presbyterian Church at Albin will hold its annual picnic on Aug. 10 at the Lions Shelter in Senseny Park rain or shine. Games start at 4 p.m. and supper is served at 6 p.m. Attendees should bring a picnic basket.

Burnt Presbyterian Albin Senseny Park

The Doctor Speaks on Indigestion and Related Ailments

A period article explains plain indigestion and its causes from overeating and emotional upset. It offers home remedies like gas expulsion, lying down, hot abdomen packs, and sodium bicarbonate, and advises medical consult for persistent symptoms.

Remarks that actors tire of hearing in New York

HAL BOYLE surveys common zingers aimed at performers. The compiled jokes lampoon aging, vanity, confidence, and career jolts with biting humor about Broadway Hollywood and summer stock.

New York King Lear Broadway Hollywood

Roses While You May From Luther Markin

A brief verse by Luther Markin urges giving roses now before they fade tomorrow. The speaker emphasizes seizing the moment to express affection.

Luther Markin

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