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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1951
Page
1
The United Nations Command warned for the first time that Communists may not release all prisoners. The communique criticized the five point plan for blanket exchanges and noted Allied concerns over lacking access to prisoner conditions and counts.
Virginia is described as one of the most dangerous states for driving by Col. C W Woodson who notes 932 traffic fatalities in 1951 and favors education over wholesale arrests. He urges a fear based approach to enforcement until long term programs take effect.
A & N STORE advertises men's fur felt dress hats at 4.95 in brown gray and olive. The Colonial Art and Craft Shop promotes Christmas gifts from around the world in Winchester. A hooting match at Watermelon Park Berryville on December 15 starts at 12 30 with turkeys and meat. Notice lists furniture stores not opening at night until December 7. Buy the Schuller property on Buffalo Lick Road, lat December 15 at 1 pm.
Winchester Common Council approved second readings on a revised license ordinance during the December meeting. The act adds taxable services and raises penalties for noncompliance while lowering vending machine charges to state levels and introducing a 1 percent monthly penalty after the first month. City residents must buy a city tag within 15 days of state license purchase.
About five thousand Mossadegh supporters converged on Tehran Parliament Square shouting death to the enemies of Mossadegh. They arrived by bicycle motorcycle car and on foot, surrounding the Majlis building where 15 opposition deputies and 15 editors shelter from government forces. The crowd eclipsed yesterday’s attempt to storm Parliament as troops were unable to stop them. Iran meanwhile gave the West a December 22 ultimatum to buy Iranian oil or face selling to rivals, underscoring a growing financial crisis after nationalization.
American High Commissioner John J. McCloy said West Germans, inspired by Socialist critique, are in a mood of impatient rebellion against the occupation powers. He added most Germans have chosen to align their fate with the West in his State Department briefing.
Stanley Camerell, aged 72, who penned the words to "Let's All Sing Like the Birdies Sing" and other songs, has died in London. The obituary notes his contribution to popular songs and his long career in music publishing.
Senator Ferguson of Michigan says Eisenhower cannot secure the 1952 Republican nomination without actively running. He notes Eisenhower might accept the nomination but cannot be certain to win without a campaign. The remarks follow comments by Senator Russell on NATO leadership and potential presidential candidacy. Senator Taft criticizes the Truman administration and Republican platform planks.
Cairo reports say Egypt weighing recall of Ambassador Abdel Fattah Amr Pasha from London as cabinet debates protest against British actions in the Suez Canal Zone. Acting Foreign Minister Ibrahim Farag Pasha stated no decision yet. The cabinet also plans severe punishment for Egyptians collaborating with the British and to permit armed citizens.
Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control system posted net profits of 4 134 703 for July August and September, up 6.5 percent from the same period in 1960. The State auditor released the ABC operations report for the first quarter of the new fiscal year.
In Maryland near Ellicott City a skirmish line of 130 FBI agents and Maryland state police scoured woods west of Baltimore searching for George Francis Ross, 27, linked to the slaying of a Cleveland police officer. Blood stains were found at a filling station break in tied to Ross, with fingerprints on a flashlight matching him.
W A Sexton of the State Board of Education inspected James Wood High School buses this morning. Most buses were in good condition with only a few First Aid Kits needing filling and a few flagged units. He met with bus drivers, spoke on safe driving, and discussed other problems.
Last week warm December weather contrasted with today’s freezing temperatures and predicted snow flurries. The weatherman warns of as low as 15 degrees tonight and colder conditions tomorrow with light snow. Intermittent flakes were observed, and the State Highway Department reported ice from chemical applications.
Spotsylvania County supervisors vote to transfer Farm Agent Garland Gravatt and Home Demonstration Agent Daisy Howerton for alleged political activities in this year’s elections. They also call for removal of secretary Hegel Faulconer and Miss Howerton from the Virginia Cooperative Extension Service. The move cites state and federal rules barring government employees from partisan politics. One supervisor opposed, citing no grounds to support the charges.
Bert K. Naster testified before a House Ways and Means subcommittee that he did not attempt to extort $500,000 from Abraham Teitelbaum over tax troubles. Nathan also denied the accusation. Justice Department officials said a grand jury probe is likely next week.
The Air Force and Navy tallies show Allied aircraft losses around 897 to 900 through late 1940s, with 365 Far East Command planes lost to enemy action by November and 215 carrier based Navy and Marine planes through Oct 1, plus 317 noncombat accidents.
Council approves funding for a 200th anniversary program as part of the 1952 53 budget. Councilman Percy D Miller says the project has gained publicity nationwide and notes public support with no opposition voiced. The measure passes unanimously after motion by H W Butler Jr seconded by Carson C Dettra.
Berryville County Circuit Court Judge Elliott Marshall upholds a lower court conviction of Frank Owens of Pennsylvania for illegally transporting liquor. Owens was fined 25 dollars with costs. confiscation of the transport vehicle was ordered in part. Read at arrest were 28 fifths whiskey two quarts champagne and three fifths of cocktail. A separate case of Robert Baker for possession of a wild bobcat remains docketed with no trial date set.
FBI Director J Edgar Hoover announced the arrest of J Moody Drinkard 47 president of the Thomasville Bank and Trust Company Mrs Myrtie N McCrory 48 cashier and W P Stutts 45 president of Stutts Lumber Industries Inc for shortages exceeding 800000. McCrory and Drinkard are charged with false entries and misapplication of bank funds. Stutts allegedly benefited about 700000 through illegal extensions of credit.
Playwright Eugene O Neill, aged 63, suffering from Parkinsons disease has been discharged from Faulkner Hospital after a deterioration of the nerve centers.
Washington reports top officials prepare Capitol Hill testimony as Attorney General McGrath and FBI Chief brief Congress. White House aides signal imminent actions to address ongoing scandals and bolster administration credibility.
A serious automobile accident occurred at about 1 o'clock this afternoon on Route No. 688 involving a tractor trailer and another vehicle. Details remain sparse but authorities investigated the scene for injuries and damage.
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