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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1948
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star asks subscribers to inform the office of any delay or safety issues in delivery to maintain a perfect service. The notice ends with a biblical verse about brethren.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports the United States produced the largest all crop harvest in history in 1948, led by corn with a record crop and wheat runner-up. Kansas wheat, once faltering, ranks as the second highest on record, with quality matching quantity due to favorable weather and better farming practices.
On New Year’s Day 1949 a reflection recalls Tocqueville’s 1835 contrast of two nations. It notes Americans build through freedom and plow, Russians through state power and servitude, with destinies shaping half the globe.
The Very Rev Newlett Johnson known as Red Dean of Canterbury faced scrutiny over his New York remarks on Russia and atomic energy. He suggested Russia seeks peaceful uses of the atom and aims to win respect for international agreements, while downplaying Western tensions.
The piece criticizes Mr Johnson for favorable views of nations west of the Iron Curtain and warns against belief in grand schemes like a 600,000,000 strong underground movement. It likens gullibility to victims of confidence games and urges more trust in local neighbors over slick operators.
The Times-Dispatch reports 1947-48 figures show Virginia Polytechnic Institute enrolling the most Virginia high school graduates at 1 054, with William and Mary 556 and the University of Virginia 261. Virginia Military Institute had the smallest total.
A Waynesboro News Virginian column notes a odds pattern: presidents elected in years ending in zero died in office. It cites Harrison Lincoln Garfield McKinley Harding Roosevelt across years 1840 1860 1880 1900 1920 1940 as examples, suggesting caution for 1960.
The General Education Board in New York funds a survey of the Virginia Tech Library facilities and needs. Dr. Walter S. Newman, VPI president, says staff for the study will likely be named soon and the project should take four to six months. Virginia's Tech board of visitors met at Radford and authorized President Newman to proceed.
The text notes cockfighting as an ancient pastime dating back as far as fowl history can trace. It mentions favor by the Greeks and Romans and records its presence in Asia at least 3,000 years ago.
Government purchase agreements on corn will be available to Virginia farmers March 31, 1949. The shelled corn grade No 3 or better will fetch 1.61 dollars per bushel. Delivery under purchase agreements is due next June to be announced later. In Frederick county two farmers have signed 1130 bushels to date. Today was the last day for loans or purchase agreements on wheat oats barley rye and soybeans.
Emotions such as fear anxiety and anger affect stomach function and can cause symptoms like heartburn abdominal pain or nausea. Studies by Drs Wolf and Wolff using gastric fistula patients show overactive or underactive stomachs under emotional stress and that emotions may cancel food effects. Understanding this can ease symptoms and guide medical evaluation.
One year ago in 1917 millions straggled back to work after the biggest snow storm in history. Police investigated Raymond Patton over a report that a string of Christmas lights was stolen from his home.
Allied air forces strike Paris suburb targets as bombing intensifies. Hitler declares no victors or losers in the war, only survivors and devastation. Marriage notice: Jane Goss weds Ralph J. Vaught, son of Mr. and Mrs. E J Vaught.
C Lee Keeler begins three winter months as auxiliary mail carrier on Rt. 2 Middletown effective Dec 15. At midnight Dec 31 Virginia bans slot machines. York's New Year’s Eve dance cover is $1.50 per couple. Mr Wilbur Hewitt hosts informal party for son-in-law and daughter Mr and Mrs H A Mooneyham celebrating their first anniversary. 1923 item recalls Seals Music Store phonograph contest won by James D Price. Lieut Bryan Conrad from Madison Barracks visits mother Mrs Hunter H McGuire. Miss Elsie Maphis holiday visit with brother J L Maphis.
Across clues list and down clues list for a crossword puzzle with terms including young oyster capital of Iraq and other entries. includes phrases like Spread grass to dry and Land held in absolute independence var. plus chemical symbol and various definitions.
The author reflects on Isaac as dull yet essential for reviving Abraham’s wells. Old wells symbolize foundational truths in invention and virtue. The Bible, Homer, and Shakespeare are praised as enduring sources, with prayer and Christ’s lasting influence highlighted as vital through ages.
Each state and the Territory of Alaska received land or land script from the Federal Government for education purposes. In most cases these lands or their sale receipts provide permanent yearly income for education in the respective states.
A quiz evaluates daily performance over 10 days with 100 questions. Scores determine ranks from Memory Genius to Good. Page 2 provides the correct answers. It notes two thirds of divorces go to women.
Donna explains Joey the aspiring artist, Leda the social helper, and Sammy the preacher’s circle while Mark struggles with the unsettling truth behind their party world. Donna reveals Red’s civic calling and her own plan to join a social reform church as a child specialist and partner.
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