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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1950
Page
4
A Winchester Virginia newspaper page prints a devotional biblical verse from Proverbs and a moral reflection on destiny and envy. The piece notes local context with typical period editorial tone and religious quotation.
The piece argues Russian propaganda reshapes Asian views, making many Asians see the United States as imperialist. It cites U S actions in the Philippines China Indonesia and efforts against Japanese influence as misread signals while blaming State Department policy and communist voices for distortions.
Americans focus on defense against organized foes and personal safety on the streets. The piece urges defensive driving as essential after the holidays and as a mindset to reduce collisions and protect drivers from their own carelessness.
The piece argues that past blunders must be acknowledged and debated to correct course. It urges leaders and citizens to confront present actions, question costly commitments, and safeguard the nation and Western Hemisphere even as war risks loom.
The piece advocates starting trips early to avoid high speeds and emphasizes maintaining brakes while driving as if others are reckless. It urges drivers to assume others have the road to themselves, promoting cautious, defensive behavior and manners.
One year ago in this paper James W. Gardner 28 Berryville Ave remained unconscious for four days after an auto accident and faced brain surgery. Hugh Campbell 25 Kernstown fractured his ankle in a Christmas Eve fall. Mr and Mrs Eugene DeHaven Middletown welcomed a girl born to Miss Jane Vincent former bride of Clark Godfrey Kline
Five years ago George W. Miller son of Mr and Mrs George F Miller of 116 Montague Ave Winchester was named on the honor roll at Fishburne Military Academy. At Brucetown Mr Joseph Bragg was confined to his home with influenza. Time Magazine named Harry S Truman Man of the Year.
Ten years ago Mr and Mrs D W Naff welcomed a daughter at Winchester Memorial Hospital. Miss Anna Virginia Kelly, daughter of Mr Frank Kelly and the late Mrs Kelly, became a featured newborn in society circles.
Announcement of the marriage between Mrs. Rachael Blanche Crim, daughter of Mr and Mrs G L Crim of White Hall Frederick County, and Mr Aldus F Cooper of near Gerrardstown W Va. A fire alarm woke citizens at 6 30 am and sent equipment to extinguish a small blaze on North Main St Reliance. Debaters at Reliance discussed the resolution that the soldier deserves more credit for building a nation than the statesman with Dr E P Gardner Eston Franks John A Lewis Oliver Good Ilo Franks and J B White.
Fifty years ago police banned firecrackers in the city yet youths celebrated with their Jackson Crackers. Joe Heflebower oversaw arrangements for the annual New Year's Parade and reported many interesting entries.
Washington notes Turkey has sent 6,000 troops to Korea and pledged more, boosting UN defense. Ankara's parliament backed this line, while Turkey's prestige and moral support strengthen Western resolve in the Middle East amid shifting loyalties and pressure from Moscow.
Sulfonamide and antibiotic treatments improve eye infections once difficult to treat. For lid infections and blepharitis sulfonamide ointments are effective with several alternatives like bacitracin, penicillin, and aureomycin. Conjunctival infections require germ testing to choose the best antibiotic, with streptomycin and aureomycin often effective.
Rainfall data show 24 hour total ending 7 a.m. today at 0.01 inches. Year to date totals: December 1950 3.43 inches. year to date 42.71 inches. Historical average from 37 years 193? to 197? is 36.56 inches. Monthly averages for 1912 1949 include January 2.50, February 1.92, March 2.86, April May 3.77, June 3.78, July 3.81, August 3.93, September 2.56, October 3.34, November 2.? and December 2.48 inches.
A short quiz explains daily scoring over ten days with ratings from Memory Genius to Good. It asks ten questions covering history spelling grammar and general knowledge including V J Day date who won the Michigan Ohio State game data whether data is singular, mahogany forests pullet meanings Lambs Club origin rhyme for orange pullet definition presidents Alexander the Great and cord volume.
The article argues against moral neutrality in world and personal affairs. It laments global chaos and rising moral looseness affecting divorce and intemperance. It asserts neutrality is a scandal and links it to the Greek origin of the word meaning stumbling block.
Questions address the Colosseum’s builder and capacity, the smallest ear muscle stapedius at about 3 millimeters, and the adoption of the New Style Calendar by France Spain Italy Portugal in 1582 and British colonies in 1752.
Liza orchestrates matchups for Patty and Hiram while Abby worries about Robert’s visit. Michael assists with a secret peace treaty among lovers as Liza plans a high stakes autumn settlement and a private divorce.
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