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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1947
Page
4
The ad copy sets deadlines for AU display ads by 12 moon before publication and notes 55 cents per inch transient rate. It mentions contract rates on application and classified rates in classified columns. Subscription options include various advance payment plans and outside Virginia rates. A biblical verse from 11 Tim 3:16 appears at the bottom.
The United States withdraws about 2000 troops and its 14 air bases in Panama as Panama rejects continued base use. The move excludes the Canal Zone. The piece notes rising anti American sentiment in Panama and warns of broader European backlash.
The piece notes Christmas time brings accidents and deaths from traffic and fires. It urges readers to exercise safety during the busy season and New Year period, emphasizing the need to stop, look, and listen to prevent further tragedies.
Current Opinion notes that approaching sonic speeds alters airflow, producing shock waves that require pointed noses and slender wings. It cites Bell XS-1’s record over 660 mph at Muroc and warns that sustained 1,000 mph will demand new airframe design, cockpit cooling, and a transformed flying art with input from researchers.
The Philadelphia Bulletin notes a wedding gift for Princess Elizabeth that carried deep political and economic symbolism. Mohandas K. Gandhi spun and wove a hand made cotton tablecloth in sixty days, costing seven dollars at one and a half times the usual rate.
Authorities seek two men for questioning over a seaman's body found on R. 50. Donald Melvin aged 14 of RD 1 Winchester was accidentally shot in the leg yesterday by his own shotgun. Winchester Bus Co reports a new bus run to Kernstown within 10 days.
In 1943 the preliminary work to install police call phones across the city has begun and should be in use by January 2. Reports say two members of the Terrible Touhy gang were killed and the remaining five captured after their Joliet prison breakout. Louise Blackburn Moore is engaged to Bruce K. Nelson, son of Rev. and Mrs. Robert Nelson.
The Woolworth stores stop adding to stock of all Japanese products. M Earl Kline resigns as Middletown postmaster. Japanese apologize to Britain after the Ladybird attack. 1912 death from infection after a hand cut. Winchester's big Xmas dance at Rouss Fire Hall by Conrad American Legion. Higginsville youth held on charge of kicking his uncle to death.
Fifty years ago in 1891 Luther Broaddus son of Rev Julien Broaddus of Berryville burned his bed while lighting firecrackers at his window. Mr William R Alexander discovered his buggy buses had been stolen.
A missionary recalls meeting a devout Christian in an Indian village who endured persecution and begged secrecy. Twenty seven years later the missionary, now visiting from abroad, notes the enduring courage of one believer who stayed faithful through danger. The piece honors steadfast fidelity in India and America and urges gratitude for blessings tied to perseverance.
In Stockholm a balloon vendor, Giuseppe Capocci, on first asylum leave in seven years, confessed to murdering Italian Minister to Sweden Alberto Bellardi Ricci with a pair of scissors. Dr Goldkuhl said Capocci, treated for Dementia Praecox, showed improvement and was questioned by Police Commissioner A Ljungdahl.
Oklahoma City police reported a Christmas day bootlegger spree ending with 130 pints captured and bonds released. Authorities cited high demand and wholesalers neglecting small buyers as reasons for the continued drought despite a 40 year ban.
Richmond December 26 Dick Esbeck named football coach at the University of Richmond will arrive January 2 to begin duties Russ Crane a former Illinois guard on Fenlon staff will remain on the staff if Esbeck has his way
In San Diego on December 26 Mrs. Elizabeth Pfaus a 77 year old blind widow received many gifts from local readers who learned of her Christmas theft. The donations followed reports that cookies candy and a slip from her Bethesda Maryland relatives were taken the day before Christmas.
The Winchester Evening Star advertises the 1948 Uncle Sam's Almanac ready for mailing before New Year's Eve. It promises calendar pages and helpful information, limited edition, price 20 cents postpaid. Readers are instructed to enclose twenty cents with their order.
Question prompts cover UN trade conference location in late November, penny limits, cream weights, Bradley’s successor, scrapping delays for battleships, canary diet effects, dress code changes in Congress, gender of harmless black widow, AFL stance on a Demiiform bureau, and Governor Earl Warren context.
California figures debate whether an unnamed candidate has announced candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination. The question echoes across state party meetings and campaign coverage, highlighting ongoing speculation about official entry and its impact on early primary dynamics.
Notice to Winchester readers urging subscribers to call the STAR office before 7 p m to receive a missed copy. Saturday calls before 6 p m. indicate adjustments or re delivery.
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