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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1952
Page
3
A children's retelling of Jesus life focusing on temptation in the wilderness, the Cana wedding miracle, healing miracles including a blind man and a leprosy sufferer, and the raising of a little girl. It emphasizes faith and God inviting miracles through belief and trust.
The Area 4-H Home Economics Contest at James Wood School drew 39 county winners from Frederick Clarke Loudoun Shenandoah and Warren counties. Frederick County girls won 11 firsts including Ruth Snapp Roxanne Rogers and Nancy Cather with titles in canning clothing achievement and dairy. District competition follows for state short course at VPI in June. Others earned blue red awards in style frozen foods laundry and demonstrations.
Gary Miller, 13, has survived with help from Children’s Hospital as he reached his 300th pint of blood. Born with hypoplastic anemia, he first needed transfusions at seven weeks old and now receives care during times of fatigue, though he enjoys mild sports.
A brief item notes a student attends school with peers who are physically restricted, highlighting inclusion in regular classes and ongoing accommodations.
The average cost per map is 6 cents. An estimated 150 million maps will be distributed in 1952 by motorist providers and stations.
Earl L. Douglas outlines a yearly reading course to elevate life and morals. Start with a field of interest, add a classic such as Beowulf or Tolstoy, then mix with a modern work, avoiding offensive material. Aim for twelve good books a year, focusing on quality and depth over quantity.
Under mercury vapor lights reds turn black, so avoid red lipstick. With incandescent lighting use brown or blue lipstick, eliminate rouge, and apply brown pancake makeup. A blue green shade is preferred by some leading studios for best results.
Washington reports the world ocean level has risen five inches since 1895, largely due to polar ice melt. Dr. George F. Carter of Johns Hopkins notes the coastlines would change drastically if all polar ice melts, with major coastal areas submerged and new sea water bodies forming.
General Winfield Scott levied a $100,000 fine on Mexico City during the Mexican War and urged Congress to use the money to establish a home for retired soldiers. The U S Soldiers' Home opened in March 1851.
Christmas Seal contributions to fight tuberculosis in Winchester totaled 3372.05 dollars as the campaign enters its fourth week. S. N. Johnston, chairman, urges continued support through December 25 to fund local projects and TB research while outlining allocations to state and national associations.
The article notes that Similar plans are in operation in Canada, South Africa, the Philippines, Japan, and the British West Indies, indicating Community Chest activity outside the United States.
Two century old cannons weighing about a ton each were uncovered in rugged hills overlooking Hong Kong. An artillery officer stated they likely came from a British warship and were part of early defenses, with cannon dates stamped as 1835.
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