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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1951

Page

4

Snow Treasures Question Reveals Poetic Inquiry

A literary line asks whether one has entered the treasures of the snow, framing a reflective meditation on winter's hidden riches and the curiosity it inspires.

Senator Ellender Seeks Austrian Backup On Foreign Aid Charge

Senator Ellender says he invited Chancellor Leonard Figl of Austria to visit the United States to back his claim that U S taxpayers are being played for suckers in foreign aid. He argues that Russia Britain and France drain dollars from Austria which was rebuilt with American funds. The Star urges careful congressional scrutiny of foreign spending.

Ellender Dem. la Leonard Figl Austria U. S Figl Russia Britain France Senator Ellender The Star

Educational experiment taints junior test results in Los Angeles

Educational Horseplay Los Angeles faces sharp criticism as high school juniors with IQs above 75 were given a simplified general test. Failures included 18 months, 16 for the Fourth of July, 9 for 70 divided by 2, 60 for senators per state, 62 on Philip Murray. Critics say the figures misrepresent actual knowledge of 16 and 17 year olds and question the test’s validity.

United States Philip Murray Standard

Free Rides For Worshipers By Chicago Cab Driver

Milton Bronstein, a Chicago cab driver, offers free rides on Saturdays and Sundays to Christians and Jews attending religious services. A sign on his cab reads Believe in God and pray for peace You ride free to your place of worship. The note urges acts of charity beyond ordinary duty and highlights charity of heart over purse.

Dispatch Milton Bronstein Chicago Star of Judaism

Besmirching Our Good Name in Florida Violence Report

An Miami area wave of bombings targets Catholic and Jewish sites and a Negro home killing a prominent citizen on Christmas night. Since June, several attacks against a synagogue, Jewish center, Catholic church, and housing areas have occurred, fueling fears of Ku Klux Klan activity and Communist propaganda.

Ku Klux Klan Florida Miami Mimi Palm Beach Jacksonville United States Pravda Budapest Irkutsk

The Abominable Snowmen Reach Across the Atlantic

The Mount Everest expedition photographed strange footprints near Everest and Langtse. Eric Shipton’s team suggests a possible southwest route to the South Col through the Western Cwm. Locals call the beings yetis and a bear theory gains support. the world hopes for a real mystery beyond mere monsters.

Atlantic Everest Eric Shipton Times of London Lhotse

Engagement of Wanda June LaFollette to Charles Russell Sandy

The Star notes the engagement of Wanda June LaFollette of Front Royal Road to Charles Russell Sandy of Stephens City. Also mentioned are social visits by I C Smallwood and Thurman Pierce families, and others from Arlington and Beaufort. A Berryville fire response, a Winchester businessman ill in Memorial Hospital, and Dr James A Miller called to Navy duty as lieutenant commander are also recorded.

A. R. LaFollette Front Royal Road Wanda June Charles Russell Sandy M. K. Sandy Stephens City I. C. Smallwood Thurman Pierce Robert Smallwood Arlington Patricia Whitacre Libby Courtney Beaufort D. C William Elyette Wadesville John H. Enders Fire Co Berryville Phil H. Gold Winchester Mn Memorial Hospital James A. Miller Navy

Local social notes and club presidency in Clarke County

Miss Patty Wynkoop and Miss Phyllis Barrick hosted a gathering at Miss Wynkoop’s parents home in Clarke County for many youths. Virgil R. Strader was installed as president of the Kiwanis Club. Charles Lee Webber, son of Mr and Mrs Chester Webber of Berryville Avenue, underwent a tonsillectomy at Memorial Hospital.

Patty Wynkoop Phyllis Barrick Miss Wynkoop Clarke County Virgil R. Strader Kiwanis Club Charles Lee Webber Chester Webber Berryville Avenue Memorial Hospital

Pire Destroys B and C Passenger Station Post Office

A disastrous event completely destroys the B and C passenger station the post office and the general facilities as reported in the coastal region.

Pire B and C

Youthillness and birthday gathering noted in local items

Helen Fugitt, daughter of Mr and Mrs Fred Fugitt, suffered serious blood poisoning from a blister on her heel caused by a shoe. Friends surprised Mr Mitch ell Boyd on his 21st birthday. Mr and Mrs William Bowman of North Loudoun Street hosted their son Guy D Bowman of Boston for a visit.

Helen Fugitt Fred Fugitt Mitchell] Boyd William Bowman North Loudoun Street Guy D. Bowman Boston Mass

Judge Brannon Dies At Weston Home In West Virginia

Judge John Brannon, a prominent figure in Winchester and Frederick County, has died at his Weston West Virginia residence. The passing noted by local legal circles and family.

John Brannon Winchester Frederick County Weston West Virginia

Republican Slogan Makers Hit Upon 1952 Battle Cry

GOP planners outline an era of easy money as the core 1982 campaign slogan. They charge Democratic leaders profited from public power via RFC and other agencies, naming Frank McHale and Boss Hague as prime examples and noting large fortunes built from political influence.

Washington Republican National Committee San Francisco Truman Pendergasts The Murphys Hagues McKinney-McHale Empire Tractor Frank McHale Indiana Roosevelt-Truman RFC Department of Justice Economic Cooperation Administration Defense Agriculture Interior Internal Revenue Bureau

Foam rubber discovery and popular dog names list

Foam rubber as used today was developed by Dunlop in England in the late 1920s and introduced in the United States by Dunlop in 1982. Popular dog names include Prince Rover Rex Lassie Rex and Towser along with military titles like Major Colonel Captain and General.

Dunlop Tire and Rubber Company Ltd England Dunlop Tire and Rubber Corporation of Buffalo N. Y Prince Eee Rover Rags Towser Mickey Tim Terry Rex Dixie Mitzi Butch Lassie Sandy

Rainfall Totals and Averages from Historic Month samplings

Reported precipitation through 7 a.m. today shows 3.62 inches for a baseline period. Monthly and seasonal averages are listed from 1912 to 1950 with notable values in March and May, reflecting long term climate trends.

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Treating Severe Frostbite and Cold Exposure Effects

Severe frostbite affects hands, feet, ears, and nose after long cold exposure in cities and countryside. It causes blood vessel constriction, clots, tissue death, and potential amputation. treatment includes rapid warming, intravenous fluids, oral meds, antibiotics, and protective bandages.

Security and Courage Beyond Wealth in a Narrow World

A host at a discussion among educators retracts claiming security is life’s top aim, admitting after reflection that true security is elusive. The piece argues no lasting financial safety exists, citing a family’s dramatic loss, and shifts to a broader view of life’s uncertain conditions and resilience.

Sawmill Operators and Forest Landowners Planned School

Extension foresters at VPI plan a series of schools for sawmill operators and forest landowners. Sessions will be held where interest exists, with requests routed through the VPI Forestry Department. Grade-sawing and lumber discussions noted.

Blacksburg VPI VPI Forestry Department

Inner security lies in spiritual peace and creative work

The passage argues that worldly wealth and status offer little protection. It emphasizes that true security comes from inner peace and active participation in creative endeavors rather than external power or fame. It notes recent high profile losses and events but elevates spiritual security as the lasting safeguard.

England

Foresters urge better cutting to improve lumber grades

Manufacturing will top the discussion list as foresters note a widespread low grade hardwood issue among small sawmill operators. They urge reducing low grade output by selective cutting and careful sawing to raise log quality and overall grades.

Extension Foresters

Earliest U.S. TV experiments trace to 1928 transmission

Experimental television in the United States began on August 13, 1928 with a New Jersey to New York broadcast viewed by 500 people. In subsequent years experimental stations were established in many cities.

United States New Jersey New York

Parson Welcomes New Neighbors in Crestwood

The Parson and his wife Barth greet Dr. and Mrs. Atwood on their Crestwood arrival under a wistaria vine. Anne’s stance on church attendance tests family tolerance as Virginia teases Don about a pious welcome. The scene blends social etiquette with town harmony.

Barth Constance Anne Virginia Philip Don Mrs. Atwood Loveliest Mrs

Parson Reveals Spying on Neighbors at Garden Meeting

Virginia and Constance learn Barth, the Parson, and Gordon spy from behind house walls while discussing their shared mischief. Barth admits stealing apples with his daughter and jokes about culinary talents as he offers applesauce to the neighbors.

Virginia Constance Philip Alence Don Cros Barth

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