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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1957
Page
14
The U S government has been guiding conscientious objectors to Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio for three years. The program trains COs to passive defense and medical duties, teaching mine and gas warfare protection, mine locating, and rescuing comrades for possible future war service.
The article notes widespread British anger at Lord Altrincham's crack about Queen Elizabeth II and recounts a legal case in which a man was fined for punching him. It recalls Victoria's resistance to removing ladies of the bedchamber in 1839 amid a political standoff with Sir Robert Peel.
The article describes Cherapunji in India as the wettest place on earth with months of extreme rainfall, noting July 1861 totals of 30 inches daily and a nine month total of 41 inches daily records. It compares to Hawaii’s Mount Walaleale and explains the local geography and impact on villagers and agriculture.
The article traces royal views from James I through Victoria noting public sentiment and the throne as a unifying symbol. It highlights Victoria’s popularity as a unifying force for the Empire and previews an upcoming visit by her great great granddaughter to Virginia in October.
A curated roundup of notable editorials from the day’s 40 contributing newspapers. The digest captures opinions on politics, economy, society, and ethics, presenting diverse viewpoints in concise summaries for readers seeking quick insights.
Five years ago in 1952 a Kernstown couple announced Eloise Gertrude Lupton to Eugene F. Clem. Engagements for Eleanor Davis and Charles Rover Creamer noted. Mines, droughts and fishing tales highlighted regional events and visits to Baltimore and New York City.
Fifty years ago in 1907 Joseph Bosier Jr of Carlisle noted in Winchester that his Western and Northwest crop observations indicated a shorter wheat harvest. The report also mentions Misses Laura and Evy McGuire returning from the Jamestown Exposition as guests of President Harry St. George Luckert of the action company.
Arnold Berke of Schiaparelli's predicts a rise in male perfume use as women largely decide scents. He notes 60 percent of perfume sales go to women and explains fragrance derives memory at the brain center. The piece discusses industry secrecy and the evolving cosmetics market.
The Official Board of Rest Church will meet Thursday at 8 PM in the social rooms. Miss Dixie Lee Whitacre is a patient at City Hospital Martinsburg. Local residents including Wilma Schinck and Mrs. William A Hays attended Shenandoah Valley National Bank employee picnic on Mc Sherry Lupton's lawn.
A physician explains stuttering as a form of handicap common in boys and in families. He urges prompt professional treatment with a speech pathologist and outlines supportive home practices, including rest, good nutrition, and avoiding pressed speech.
The Bible presents hell as a state of separation from God and others, a terrifying loneliness. It contrasts eternal loneliness with heaven as God’s free gift and his desire for all to be saved, arguing predestination toward salvation and blame for those who choose hell.
Daily 10 question self test grades memory ability with 9–10 correct as Memory Genius 7–8 Very Superior 5–6 Excellent 4 Good 10-item quiz covers predictions, gemmology, biblical lineage, February birthstone, anthropophobia, seedless raisins, decalcomania, prison reprieve power, debase synonym, and biblical authorship.
The piece traces the origin of calling a man a wolf as modern slang to 600 BC and Aesop’s fable of a wolf in sheep’s clothing who seeks to deceive and harm the innocent.
A youth debate prompts Dr Crane to argue for talkative Christianity citing Moses Ben Franklin Hughes and Paul. The piece urges using speech to praise others, win friends and spread faith, warning against excessive quietness.
Millwood residents report widespread travel and social visits. Mrs. George Greenhalgh sent yearling colts to Saratoga for showing and sales. Several families vacationed at Nags Head and Washington, D.C., while others prepared for international travel and guest visits to Philadelphia and Linville North Carolina.
William J. Leatherman Jr power sales engineer for The Northern Virginia Power Company in Winchester area was elected president of the utility company Employees Association for 1957 58. Leatherman resides at 428 West Cecil Street and has served since 1949 in Winchester with the company which is part of The Potomac Edison System.
A brief public service note urges safe driving for all, reminding motorists to remain attentive and patient on the road. It emphasizes care for family, friends, and neighbors by reducing speed and avoiding distractions.
NICAP The National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena is based in Washington DC and collects reports from locals on saucer sightings. It evaluates submissions and publicizes findings through its admin office.
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