Winchester Evening Star Local News Summary
The Winchester Evening Star details its staff and office contact information including editor J F Byrd Jr and managing editor Eugene Miller R The paper is a member of the Associated Press with national representation by Gallagher DeLisser Inc It lists subscription rates by carrier motor route and mail with regional pricing for outside Virginia and West Virginia.
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Winchester Evening Star
Mohawk
J. F. Byrd, JR
B. D. Koontz
Eugene Miller
Winchester
Associated Press
Gallagher-DeLisser, Inc
East 44Th Street
New York City
W. Va
Kennedy Study Weighs Government vs Private Research Arms
President Kennedy orders a comprehensive review by top defense officials and budget aides of how research and development for weapons programs is conducted. The study compares in house government labs with contracted private and nonprofit facilities, aiming to improve efficiency and space and military readiness.
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Defense Establishment
Bureau of the Budget
Congress
Kennedy
Tourism Begins at Home and the U S Travel Office Role
The U S Travel Office begins its mission to promote domestic tourism. Want Gilmore explains to South American travel agents that the office seeks to boost American travel, address price and accessibility issues, and attract more Americans to explore their own country rather than distant European destinations. The piece notes Americans’ higher travel costs, rising living standards, and the need for regional promotion to showcase local attractions.
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U. S
United
Want Gilmore
South America
United States
U.S
Europe
War in the Modern World Impossible in 1913
A memoir-like reflection recalls framing a college diploma wrapped in a 1913 New York Times page. The clipped article argued war in the modern world was impossible, a claim the speaker now notes seems unfathomable given events since.
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New York Times
Life and its Possibilities Brighten a Sparkling Era
Earl L. Douglas reflects on the limit of imagination noting that nothing today seems fantastic and predicting both risks and wonders ahead. He envisions a possible Golden Age amid transformative living conditions and insists modern life remains thrilling rather than boring.
Harriman Visits Belgrade to Discuss Tito Aid Needs
W Averill Harriman, Truman’s trouble shooter, arrived in Belgrade to confer with Premier Marshal Tito on Yugoslavia’s military and economic aid requirements. Miss Elizabeth Lichliter of Richmond visited her parents Dudley and Elizabeth Licliter and Mr and Mrs Raymond Sisson and son from Washington stayed with the Hurleys.
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Truman
W. Averill Harriman
Belgrade
Yugoslavia
Marshal Tito
Elizabeth Lichliter
Richmond
Dudley C. Licliter
Raymond Sisson
Son
Washington
John T. Hurley
Read Leads Fowle In Byrd Trophy Semi Final
25 years ago at Winchester Golf Club Fred Read led Philip Fowle two up after the 21st hole in the first Byrd trophy semi final match. Mr and Mrs R H Moers returned from a two week vacation at Virginia Beach. Dr George G Snarr underwent an appendix operation at Winchester Memorial Hospital.
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Fred Read
Philip Fowle
Winchester Golf Club
R. H. Moers
Virginia Beach
George G. Snarr
Winchester Memorial Hospital
Anti-Saloon League Convention in Frederick County
The 50 years ago report notes the Anti-Saloon League annual convention to be held at the Freemason meeting house of the Society of Friends in Hopewell. The Elite Shoe Shining Parlor opened on the Hable building corner offering five cent shines. Mrs. McKenney Barry and son returned to Washington after visiting near town with Mr. and Mrs. B. W. Baker.
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The
Anti-Saloon League of
Frederick County
Society of Friends
Hopewell
Kennedy's toughness as president remains uncertain after seven months
The piece weighs Kennedy's handling of Congress and foreign policy. It notes a mild stance with lawmakers, struggles on civil rights and education bills, and cautious foreign moves from Berlin to Cuba. It questions whether Kennedy will adopt a bold or restrained approach in future showdowns with adversaries.
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Washington
Kennedy
Congress
Ion
Berlin
Senate
House
White House
Winning Hearts and Minds Through U S Public Relations
A national affairs column argues the United States must elevate its foreign outreach. It calls for a cabinet level Public Relations head to shape policy, improve Voice of America, expand direct diplomacy, and focus broadcasts on clear, simple messaging to win foreign hearts and minds.
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United States
United States Information Agency
America
Voice of America
Congress
Presi
Press-Association
Sleep Better Tonight Unwind and Adjust Your Bedroom
Dr Burton H. Fern offers quick fixes for sleep including a firmer mattress, lighter bedding, cooler room, and a quiet routine. Practical tips cover lighting, drafts, snacks, caffeine avoidance, and pacing thoughts before bed. A mini quiz on Page 2 tests memory and general knowledge as a light endnote.
Housewife Seeks Pocket Computer to Save at Supermarket
Joy Stilley profiles a shopper dubbed Mamma Bear who uses math tricks to compare food prices. She weighs cans and sizes quantities, weighing the No. 303, No. 2, and 227 gram cans to calculate price per ounce while debating whether economy sizes truly save money.
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New York
Mamma Bear
Brossen
Rancher Charles W. Fairbanks Dies in California
Charles W. Fairbanks 58 a rancher and WIBC Indianapolis board member died Tuesday in Santa Barbara California He was grandson of Charles W Fairbanks former vice president and son of Frederic C Fairbanks publisher of the Indianapolis News
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Santa Barbara
Calif
Charles W. Fairbanks
WIBC
Indianapolis
Theodore Roosevelt
Frederic C. Fairbanks
The
Indianapolis News
Gambling syndicate prey on suckers in quick poverty
A harsh line condemns a gambling syndicate described as sick and exploiting the inexperienced. The piece warns that gambling is the fastest route to ruin for the unwary.
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