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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1961

Page

3

Underground Nuclear Test Aims For Peaceful Uses

The Gnome underground blast in New Mexico, a $5.5 million project, will test a 5000 ton TNT equivalence device. Scientists seek insights on underground cavity formation, neutron behavior, seismic signatures, and isotope sampling to advance peaceful nuclear applications without surface fallout. The site near Carlsbad Caverns remains off limits to tourists during zero hour.

U.S AEC New Mexico Carlsbad Project Gnome Nevada Gnome

Pope John Appeals for Christian Unity in Encyclical

Pope John XXIII issues an encyclical on Pope Leo I urging unity among Christians. Vatican sources say the document signals a push toward ecumenism as the church prepares for a forthcoming ecumenical council and a hoped for dawn of universal reconciliation.

Vatican City John XXIII Leo I John Leo Attila the Hun Rome Vatican

Notice of FCC consolidated hearings in Winchester Virginia

Ralph D. Epperson and Earlene S. Epperson d b a Frederick County Broadcasters seek a new standard broadcast station on 1480 Ke at Winchester Virginia. They join with other applicants for consolidated hearings February 5, 1962 in Washington DC to resolve grant eligibility service areas interference and waiver issues.

Ralph D. Epperson Earlene S. Epperson Frederick County Federal Communications Commission Winchester Virginia FCC Washington, D. C Epperson Commission

Yale Pageant At Presbyterian Church Sunday

The Christmas pageant The Holy Nativity by Harvey Hatcher will be presented Sunday at 5 p.m. in the sanctuary of the First Presbyterian Church. Cast includes Mary and Joseph plus angels shepherds wise men and children. directed by Mrs. Orville C. Wine with assistants. The Chapel Choir and other choirs, under Alfred R. deJanger, will sing.

Harvey Hatcher First Presbyterian Church Mary Pete Shull Joseph Angels Katie Glaize Phyllis Maccubbin Jane Havermale Cassie Greene Reba Massie Shepherds Bill Locke David Gunn Joseph McCormack, Jr Wise Men Carleton M. Luck Ronald M. Smith Verlis E. Miller Orville C. Wine Harry E. Ridgeway Alfred R. deJanger Sing

Fisherman Peter Patrick Dies at 112 in Cox's Cove

Peter Patrick, a fisherman known for believing beer and fresh air extended life, died at 112 in Cox's Cove Maine. He celebrated his 112th birthday with several bottles and is survived by his second wife Rebekah, 81, and two sons.

Cox's Cove Mld Peter Patrick Patrick Rebekah

Clarke Seniors Clear 350 from Class Play

Clarke County High School seniors cleared about 350 dollars from the class play The Sky is Falling. A matinee at the school added 138 dollars to the total. Proceeds fund the class trip to New York City and a school gift. Mrs. Mildred Riley directed the production.

Berryville Clarke County High School New York City Mildred Riley

Brussels sprouts drained and squeezed to remove water

The recipe directs draining cooked Brussels sprouts and then squeezing each sprout gently with fingers to remove excess moisture.

Kiwanis Pancake Day At Front Royal Draws Helpers

Kiwanis Club hosts Pancake Day at Front Royal Elementary School offering unlimited pancakes and sausage for $1 for adults and 50 cents for children. Proceeds support Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts activities. two new members inducted, Werner Gergen and Stanley Brooks.

Kiwanis Front Royal Kiwanis Club Boy Scouts Club Scouts Don Race Werner Gergen Stanley Brooks Warren County High School

Almond Budget Emphasizes Education and Industry

Gov. J. Lindsay Almond Jr plans a two year budget stressing education and industrial development while leaving office next month. He praised Northern Virginia legislators for supporting school integration and did not detail specific funding amounts amid ongoing political speculation about presidential or federal judgeship prospects.

Arlington J. Lindsay Almond Jr General Assembly Almond Northern Virginia Forum Virginia Northern Virginia Commonwealth of Virginia Harry F. Byrd D-Va Byrd Court of Claims

Childs Heads Beauty Contest Committee

David Childs is named to lead the Miss Clarke County Beauty Contest for the Lions Club. The winner advances to the Miss Shenandoah Apple Blossom Contest in Winchester. The appointment was announced at the club meeting Thursday evening. A football banquet report noted 212 attendees. County Agent John Gerken outlined Clarke County soil survey plans, and members voted to support the survey.

Berryville David Childs Clarke County The Lions Club Winchester Childs John Gerken

Mets Acquire Billie Lees on Conditional Basis

The New York Mets a National League club obtained Billie Lees from the San Francisco Saints on a conditional basis.

New York Mets Billie Lees San Fran Cisco Saints

CD Plans Set Up for Clarke Schools

Clarke County Civil Defense outlines basic school plans in case of nuclear threat. Plans cover rapid dismissal to homes or facility use for housing students. detailed school plans to be printed next week. Board chair A Garland Williams led yesterday and holiday schedule runs Dec 21 to Jan 2. Mrs. John Gerken resigns effective Dec 21.

Berryville Chante Chit Saale Star General County Civil Defense A. Garland Williams John Gerken Gerken Clarke County High School

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