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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1950
Page
4
A reflective excerpt condemns deceit and the inevitability of truth. It contrasts conscience with wrongdoing, asserting that all deeds are exposed and nothing hidden will remain concealed. The speaker emphasizes accountability and the rotting effect of guilt on the soul.
The RFC approved a fresh 25 million loan to the Kaiser Frazer Company amid criticism that the agency diverts taxpayer funds to large businesses during the exit years. Critics warn the public and Congress may tire of such support.
Charles Skouras, president of a chain running 500 theatres, argues TV can publicize movies to bring crowds back. He cites TV related attendance drops and advocates previewing big scenes on television. He also warns about the rise of drug addiction with heroin smuggling and youth exposure.
A 17 year old girl was arrested in New York last week after admitting eight months of selling Rare cotics for about $1,000 weekly profit. Authorities cite smuggling as a key factor in rising addiction and urge federal action to cut foreign supply, warning of social instability if unchecked.
Current Opinion urges realism as Senator Byrd of Virginia contends the United States has no reserves for Korea. He cites one trained division and reliance on National Guard and civilians, warning of a dangerous strategic gap and questioning U S policy amid Chinese advances and UN overreach.
A. S. Emblem contrasts the oyster and the eagle. God gave the oyster security inside a shell, while the eagle must build a high home and brave storms to hunt. The eagle represents American spirit and independence.
Teen dances sponsored by the Winchester Recreation Department draw crowds at the George Washington Hotel. Community Christmas tree lights blaze for the first time on a 25 foot cedar decorated with red and green lights and topped by a silver star.
Returning servicemen welcomed back to Winchester by The Star include Ralph J. Walls Albert A. Railton Walter A. Fanning Preston H. Jackson James J. Mughes Paul Huffman Riley Frank Wayne Harris George Carter Allen Albert Wilson Renier Clyde Sylvas Campbell and Charles William Harper. Mrs T Newton Cather of the Northwestern Grade underwent an operation in Memoriam
B B Cuthbert notes a shortage of game birds in Virginia, stating that hunting prospects are slim and supply remains limited. The report highlights environmental or seasonal factors affecting bird populations and local hunting expectations.
John Kerr School teachers prepared class activity reports. Gertrude Haines married Boswell Coles in Kansas City. Friendship Fire Co. votes to spend 500 dollars on outfitting a new band for the company.
Treasury experts warn a cash and carry plan would bankrupt the economy and turn citizens into mercenary soldiers. Borrowing to cover deficits could add about 20 billion dollars annually to the debt, pushing public debt toward 400 billion in five years. Interest could reach 10 billion a year, with inflation risk. Tax measures and excess profits taxes are analyzed against a 25 percent of national income limit, with total levies rising to about one third of income.
A study of 34 premature infants compared standard care with two experimental methods. One group received liver extract while the other got oral methyl testosterone with plasma, yielding faster weight gain and shorter hospital stays. No ill effects were reported.
Rainfall through 7 a.m. today totals .70 inches with December to date at 3.30 inches. The 1950 year to date is 42.538 inches, above the 37 year average of 36.58 inches. Monthly averages (1912 1949) show January 2.50, February 1.93, March 2.86, April 3.09, May 3.77, June 3.78, July 3.81, August 3.93, September 2.58, October 3.34, November 2.47, December 2.42.
The article speaks on pruning as a metaphor for human growth linking the butterfly bush to biblical figures. It cites Abraham Lincoln Beethoven St Paul and Jesus to illustrate how hardship and denial shape enduring beauty. The author argues that trials prepare the harvest and the pruning is purposeful.
A quiz with ten days of daily scoring rules. It lists ten sample questions about world events dates geography navy history and famous residences. It asks: which state race featured a close result between Williams and Kelly and other factual prompts.
Michael and Jane linger at a costly club while Liza disruptions loom. Virginia and Fleming sense trouble as Liza moves to complicate Michael's entanglement and a potential covert confrontation unfolds among the social circle.
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