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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1952
Page
1
Washington observers say King George VI's death will not alter Anglo American relations. Britain remains led by a constitutional monarch, while Elizabeth II and Prince Philip may influence ties symbolically. The previous royal visit in 1941 and wartime popularity set a precedent for goodwill toward the new Queen.
The Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company invites the public to a four evening Open House on February 12 to 15 at the Braddock Street office in Winchester. Tours of the exchange and business office run 7 to 9 30 p m with a booklet about telephone numbers for attendees.
Governor Battle warns the Ku Klux Klan to tread softly in Virginia or face possible legislation to curb its activities. He signals concern over a reported Klan recruiting drive and states his reaction is not very happy.
North Korea proposes a high level conference within 90 days after a Korean armistice to settle foreign troop withdrawal and related issues. The plan includes three points and ties one to U S aid debates. Allied delegates offered a cautious response with no immediate comment.
Washington announces U S battle casualties in Korea total 105 271, up 270 from the previous week, marking continued toll as military operations proceed.
1951 total receipts at the local post office reached 194 998 46 dollars, surpassing the prior yearly high and marking growth from 1933 to 1951. Quarterly breakdowns show December led with 63 112 54 dollars due to heavy Christmas mailing. Postmaster Carl L Campbell expects 1952 to surpass 200 000. January 1952 receipts were 20 232 07, up from 13 980 18 in January 1951.
The Duke of Windsor will sail to attend King George VI’s funeral tomorrow night from Southampton aboard the Queen Mary. The Duchess will stay in the United States. The couple are in seclusion at the Waldorf Tower as secretary Anne Segaim reported the Duke was shocked by his brother’s death.
Senator Ferguson calls for immediate severance of diplomatic relations with Russia and its satellite nations. He urges closing embassies and consulates and treats the satellites as nonfunctioning embassies. Senate panel reports a flood of Communist propaganda entering the United States through diplomatic channels.
King George VI died peacefully in his sleep ending a 15 year reign. His daughter Elizabeth aged 25 was named queen and prepared to return home after learning the news in an African colony. The Royal succession followed amid grief as the empire watched.
A masked witness testified before a House subcommittee that Polish officers were shot and buried in Katyn Forest near Smolensk in October 1939, describing a pit large enough to hold many bodies and detailing the killings while being held in a Russian prison camp.
A B 29 bomber crashed in an alfalfa field near March Air Force Base Calif killing three men and injuring eleven. The craft apparently lost power during a landing attempt with wheels up. some survivors were thrown clear while others were pulled from the wreckage by rescue teams in asbestos suits.
B P O Elks urge all members to attend the important meeting this evening February 6 led by Joseph Butler and E R. Attendance is requested for the lodge activities and future plans.
Sample Fair Friday evening at the Social Hall features dozens of samples, refreshments, baked goods for sale and admission 25 and 50 cents. Proceeds support church activities.
The Friendship Fire Co will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thursday February 7 at 8 PM in the company hall. All members urged to attend. Refreshments provided by secretary Robert A Geanious.
Clarke County authorities and Virginia State Police investigate a charred torso found in a burned cottage on the Shenandoah River. Initial identifications shift between a 17 year old girl and a 17 year old boy as medical examiners cite fire damage and missing-person lines remain unsolved.
James J. Moran, ally of ex Mayor William O Dwyer, was convicted on 23 extortion counts and one conspiracy count for leading a $500,000 yearly fire department shakedown. He faces up to 348 years. bail revoked after verdict and he awaits sentencing March 4.
Five hundred newspapers in Virginia and surrounding states were notified of the twenty-fifth Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival set for May 1 and 2. The release from Festival president H. B. McCormac Jr. notes Winchester’s Bicentennial as the event’s context.
Joel T. Broyhill, 32, Arlington real estate man and builder, announced today his bid for the Republican nomination to Congress from the Eighth District.
World flags were lowered to half staff after King George VI died. In Paris UN Secretary General Trygve Lie sent a sorrowful telegram to Anthony Eden. Bonn and Berlin joined in lowering flags, while the Soviet Union offered to dip the Red flag. New Delhi prepared a day of mourning as Nehru called the news shocking.
In Richmond the Virginia House of Delegates deferred final action on the Byrd income tax reduction bill awaiting tomorrow’s vote due to the absence of opponent Delegate Robert Whitehead. The proposal ties further tax cuts to excess general fund revenues, maintaining the principle of taxes only for essential government operations. Senator Byrd endorses the 1952 version, while the Senate panel killed a Republican repeal on absent voters law amid fraud concerns raised by Governor Battle.
President Truman's fluctuating entry in the New Hampshire primary left Democrats unsure about contests in other states. National chairman Frank McKinney said consent is not needed in some delegate entries like California, while Wisconsin and other states require explicit approval or filing deadlines. He urged a decision within 60 days on a possible new term, with no firm plans to campaign in New Hampshire.
Secretary Brannon dismissed Dallas Commodity Office director Latham White and assistant director James Solomon amid ongoing probes of government grain shortages. They had been off duty since December and were cited for administrative deficiencies and failure to ensure proper delivery of stored grain under farm price support.
The House Armed Services Committee approved a compulsory universal military training bill in a closed session by 27 for and 7 against. It requires six months of training for all males at 18, followed by seven and a half years of reserve duty, with a civilian board overseeing the program and minimal exemptions. The measure awaits full House action this month and faces questions on start date and regular service rules.
Macy company at 181 N Loudoun St seeks a cash accountant and an administrative assistant. Applicants should include qualifications and respond via Box 29 c/o Star.
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