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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1955
Page
4
The piece notes that despite government attempts to balance the economy the results have worsened coal mining in places like Pennsylvania where many mines have closed. It contrasts coal decline with a booming petroleum sector driven by rising demand and more home heating fuel oil usage, forecasting hard times for coal workers while oil expands.
The article notes rising frustration among American consumers overwhelmed by endless new gadgets and devices. It compares past car maintenance to modern trends where owners cannot keep pace with innovations and complex repairs.
The United States lags in producing scientists and engineers while the Soviet Union expands its pool. Dr John R Dunning warns the nation has almost lost the battle for scientific manpower. Virginia shows signs of improvement with more students in science and teacher workshops. The piece urges higher pay for science teachers and targeted funding to boost science instruction.
The editorial reflects on how cars have grown complex. It notes that a simple spark plug now requires an electronics expert to replace and laments the widening gap between mechanic and motorist as devices gain intricate wiring and alloy parts. The piece suggests future tech may further challenge men to adapt.
Robert C. Jasper to head the Apple Blossom Festival Valley Participation depart. Mr and Mrs W A Mitchell announce the birth of a daughter. Mrs Mitchell formerly Miss Pauline Willis. Mr and Mrs Raymond Mayhew visit Hayfield hosts. C L Whitlock returns to work after pneumonia illness. Mr and Mrs Wilson Miller announce a daughter. Mrs Miller formerly Miss Laree Flowers. Salem Jubilee Aid Society meets at Mrs W L Riggleman home. Mrs Ethel D Orndorff returns from Winchester hospital. Mrs John W Rosenberger Sr travels to White House reception for President Hoover. Sadie Finkelstein on honor roll at State Teachers College Harrisonburg. Mrs Peyton Marshall and Mrs Philip Fowle host in honor of Mrs Fred L Glaize.
Richard E. Stine, son of Mr and Mrs Albert Stine, has enlisted in the Marine Corps. Mrs Carl B Miller of Front Royal was a guest of Mr and Mrs Bryant R Harper at their home here.
Miss Mary Russell guests Miss Mary Barrell in Baltimore. Mr and Mrs Worth Kinzer of Summerset Pa visit the former's parents at their home here. Miss Emma Dudrow returns to Harpers Ferry after visiting the Misses Steele in Winchester.
The Star presents a concise roster of Handley High School class presidents from 1924 to 1954. Biographies will appear in this space over several weeks, with some presidents’ post school activities summarized from available records.
Wilbur O. Riley a Woodstock native and Handley High School class of 1924 president, led a varied career from editor at Woodstock Times to a U S Air Force lieutenant colonel. He later ran C R Chevrolet in Woodstock and served as town mayor and Rotary leader. He is married to Ann Hundley and has three children. William Wood Glass III, Handley Class of 1925, is now an Emporia Virginia Presbyterian minister with degrees from Washington and Lee and Union Theological Seminary and three children.
Snag Sargent of Handley High School earned the class of 1926 presidency, then entered Springfield College in Massachusetts. After graduation he returned to Winchester to coach and teach physical education at Handley, later becoming its owner.
Report shows rain in past 24 hours at .93 inches and February total .03 inches. It lists 1955 total .36 inches and 42-year average annual rainfall 36.94 inches with monthly breakdowns from January 2.20 to December 2.51 inches.
A roundup of medical progress notes reports Pathilon reduces ulcer pain with fewer side effects and should complement standard therapy. Sloan-Kettering reports normal lung tissue grown in lab animals and a wash-based early cancer detection method. Metatran lifts mood temporarily with 24 hour effectiveness, while phosphorus tracking aids cancer pressure detection behind the eyes.
Mr. Sargent, renowned Handely school athlete, remains active in sports and is noted alongside Miss Virginia Bean. The piece references his lineage, listing his parents the late Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Sargent and highlights a Q and A feature titled How to Score based on 100 questions with pages for answers.
In 1954 the blue ribbon liner United States averaged 1 536 passengers per sailing, over 90 percent capacity, and carried 65 577 passengers on 22 east and west bound Atlantic voyages.
The piece discusses pillow cleanliness and laundries collecting up to a pint of fluid from pillows. It expands into a critique of wartime cruelties and argues that the Christian Church has neglected its missionary responsibility to witness globally, contrasting historical missions with modern prison camps and Western involvement in the Orient.
Dr Fred Beier, lone physician in a rural Missouri town, counsels German refugees the Nienabers, urging them to overcome fear and contribute to their new home while recalling his own displacement. Linda Kyle aids the family as the doctor reminds them of gratitude to their benefactor Mr Godfrey and the need to build a new life.
In a reflective scene Elizabeth Seifert narrates how a Doktor, once a refugee, counsels a couple to face truth and aid Clara’s health. Fred urges practical help, warns against pretense, and Linda contemplates spring arroyos and local dangers as they drive toward Miranda's gates.
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