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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1951
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star publishes its December 27 1951 edition featuring local news from Winchester Frederick and Clarke counties. The paper notes the date and quotes a biblical verse Philemon 2 15 as a guiding message.
The piece argues buyers shape car size toward large roomy models despite highway limits. It notes 26 million vehicles in 1930 rising toward 50 million soon, with the Bureau of Public Roads predicting traffic will double in 18 years, stressing demand over restricting motives.
The final crop report for the old year details a disappointing 1951 corn crop at 2.941 billion bushels, down 147 million from a month ago and 435 million short of the goal. Prices for meat may rise as feed costs stay high, though overall food production remains strong, with wheat forecasts for 1952 hinting at a potential rise to above 1.2 billion bushels.
The reserve wheat stock fell from 427 million to about 335 million bushels in two years due to heavy overseas shipments. Forecasts are uncertain with only winter wheat sown and risks from weather or pest infestation. Despite lean livestock feed and grain reserves, prices for meat and dairy are not expected to drop soon while supplies remain ample.
Current Opinion analyzes Joe DiMaggio leaving the Yankees for a television role worth 50 000 while lamenting a 60 000 salary cut after taxes. The piece calculates take home pay under new tax rules and mocks Uncle Sam for the complex bargaining.
Virginia welfare board pushes for public access to relief rolls by a 5 to 1 vote claiming it would curb fraud and save taxpayers money. A case in Orange County involving 76 year old F. W. Blankenship on $26.50 monthly relief with a $1,400 loss highlights perceived gaps, fueling calls for public scrutiny beyond administrative policing.
A Carlsbad Current-Argus note reflects on changing notions of fortune as scams and vanity test modern finances. The piece contrasts past tricks with today’s common misgivings about wealth and trust.
News from years ago notes Lewis H. Hyde elected president of the Exchange Club succeeding Dr. Leon Slavin. Also listed are local marriages engagements and a hunting accident involving 14 year old Donald Clayton Melvin. Other items mention visits to Washington Roanoke and Fredericksburg and a Christmas party at Frederick Plaza.
Prominent Democrats debate Frank E. McKinney Indianapolis businessman's fitness as Truman’s choice for a clean standard bearer. The piece details McKinney and partner McHale's ties to Empire Tractor, alleged stock abuses by Frank Cohen, possible tax and bankruptcy issues, and the potential political fallout for McKinney and aides amid investigations.
Average rainfall in inches per month based on 38 year period 1912 1950 shows January 2.48 February 1.95 March 2.86 April 2.99 May 3.83 June 3.91 July 3.84 August 3.90 September 2.86 October 3.33 November 2.53 December 2.46.
An article explains esophageal cancer risks symptoms and the promise of modern surgery. Early detection via X rays and barium studies guides treatment as surgeons remove diseased esophagus portions and reconnect the stomach, with some using plastic tubes. Emphasizes consulting a physician at first signs.
Critics claim creditors fault party leaders for lax oversight and say officials like Attorney General McGrath and Treasury Secretary Snyde rose in business and politics despite alleged irregularities. The piece argues they are not stupid, just following a prevailing code in Washington.
The article insists love is commanded by the Bible and argues we can choose to love. It contrasts natural attraction with divine will and claims one can love anyone by deliberate choice, noting love is not merely spontaneous.
The Parson Anne lies in bed as a frog’s bass fills the silent night by the pool. She contemplates escape through marriage or travel, piensa on money and poverty, and recalls a sharp, unexpected memory of Donald Kent that quickens her heart.
The Parson wanders outside at night seeking guidance while Constance questions a union service idea. Donald Kent awakens to Anne in red, sensing a fate beyond ordinary life as he plans to ignore her yet face the Parson repeatedly.
The text argues there are multiple kinds of love toward wife, parents, children, and friends and warns against jealousy. It asserts that love commanded by God is possible through will, not mere sentiment, and defines neighbor love as a resolute purpose to seek good. It notes love can be emotion or chosen will, and emphasizes willing to love as a Christian duty.
Navy Nurse Corps captain Winnie Gibson, Army Nurse Corps colonel Ruby Bryant, and Air Force Nurse Corps colonel Verena M. Zeller are identified as the heads of the women’s nursing services in the armed forces.
The Winchester Star notes that Yale University created the first chair of conversation in 1950. Paul B. Sears, a renowned botanist and conversationalist, became the inaugural holder of the chair.
F McM explains the dye source for Harris tweed. The color comes from crottal, a lichen scraped from rocks by island natives.
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