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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1953
Page
2
A chaotic Valparaiso blast and wreckage reports raise fears of higher casualties as investigators probe a diesel fueled chain of explosions. Early fire at a warehouse touched off a large disaster with dozens missing and officials signaling a national response.
January listings show sales events by J AN and Ralph W Horst. Items include office equipment tractors posts and farm goods at locations near Elizabethtown Martinsburg and Chambers with times 9 30 a m and 10 30 a m.additional meat market mention persists.
The Rev. Philip P. Brennan 63 pastor of St. Vincent's Catholic Church Berkeley Springs died at King's Fighters Hospital His birth was Feb 14 1889 in Navan Ireland He was ordained 1913 in Rome and served in Norfolk Virginia Beach and Berkeley Springs A requiem mass will be held Monday at 10 am in Berkeley Springs with burial in the parish cemetery
All aliens in the United States on January 1 must report their address to the Commissioner of Immigration and Naturalization Service within 30 days. Willful or excusable failure to report may lead to custody and deportation. Use Report Form 1-53 and mail to Washington.
Fire destroyed the Farmville Colonial Stores outlet and damaged the two story brick building and merchandise valued at 100000 dollars. Firemen fought sub freezing temperatures for two hours before bringing the blaze under control. The cause was not immediately known and the town’s business district was briefly endangered.
At the congressional conference, House Democrats discussed leadership choices with Rep Rayburn of Texas and Lyndon Johnson among nominees for Democratic floor leader positions. Sen Clements of Kentucky was mentioned as a potential minority floor leader, while a Texan senator's name appeared in the plans.
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The Winchester All-Stars meet the Berryville Legion in a 7:30 p.m. exhibition at the Winchester Armory. Last week the local team won 82 to 83. Starters: Mackie Carper, Bo Brown, Bob Anderson, Tel Keller, Ed Levi. Substitutes: Gene Dearing and Bob Hall. No admission.
Mrs Mamie C Smoke of Mt Williams died at home at 8 this morning after a long illness. Born August 31, 1876 in Frederick County she was a daughter of John W and Sarah E B Larrick Smoke. She was a member of Mt Preasent E U B Church. Survivors include Alfred Smoke of Philadelphia Ada R Smoke Ae L e Paul E Smoke and John W Smoke. Funeral services are at 2 p m Sunday at Omps Funeral Home with burial in Mt Olive Cemetery.
The city recorded 249 accidents causing about 65 387.54 in property damage with several injuries and pedestrians struck. Notable incidents include a December collision on Millwood Ave causing 13 000 in damage, February and March clusters injuring multiple people, and a 1952 rise in total incidents versus 1951 which had 212 mishaps and 53 391.34 in property damage. Only accidents with 50 or more damage or injuries are counted.
The Dutch Motorship Hydra disabled by shaft trouble is towed toward Norfolk by the Eugenia M Moran after stormy seas off Cape Hatteras. The tug Mary L McAllister struggles beyond control as winds up to 65 knots hinder rescue efforts. Coast Guard Cutter Conifer and the Agassiz assist, with Cherokees expected to aid.
Four people were hospitalized after New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day crashes in Frederick County Clarke and neighboring areas. Injuries included head and facial lacerations foreheads and limbs with two vehicle incidents near Capon Bridge and Shaffaker Mountain and a Clarke County one vehicle crash east of Millwood. Several victims from Charles Town and Toledo were treated and released from Memorial Hospital with property damage estimated around $150 to $1,200.
A $20,000 blaze on Church Street left eleven people homeless. Fire Chief Woolard said the fire likely started from an oil stove on the third floor of the 84 year old building housing a shoe store on the ground floor and apartments above. In separate accidents, Akron resident Lionel Miller, 18, suffered a deep cut and was treated. a two vehicle crash caused $238 in damages with no injuries. and Mr. and Mrs. William Hynd remained in fair condition after a grade crossing collision, with injuries including a broken arm, leg and eight broken ribs.
Police in Winchester arrested William McDonald 36 of Bruce town on felonious assault charges alleging he shot his wife Margie 32. She was treated for a bullet wound in the hip at Winchester Memorial Hospital. The incident occurred around 2 AM Wednesday. McDonald was jailed at 2 30 PM the same day. State police lead the investigation. Sheriff DeHaven is ill but informed.
In Desarc Arkansas, James W Head and Linda Head face first degree murder charges after the 5 year old Mary was found dead in a water filled rain barrel. Authorities say Mary died by drowning with burns and bruises noted on her body. Mrs Head admitted the child was beaten before her death and claimed James Head beat Mary on Christmas Eve and hid her in a chest at their farm. The couple gave inconsistent statements and the whereabouts of the foster father remain unknown.
State Department extended no comment on ongoing matter as inquiries continued. Officials did not provide details, and reporters awaited further statement.
The ancient custom recorded shows gif offering a her dol on reaching maturity at the Diana altar. The practice reflects rites tied to coming of age and devotion to the goddess Diana in Roman tradition.
Isadora S. Bowman 78 of 421 Millwood Ave died at home on Wednesday. Wife of John C. Bowman she was born in Rio West Virginia and active in Presbyterian church affairs. Survived by husband one son Herman F. Bowman Cumberland Maryland a daughter in law Mrs Clarence P Galliday six brothers and a half brother two great grandchildren and six children. Funeral at 1 p m from Jones Funeral Home conducted by Dr George D. Jackson interment United Brethren Church cemetery Sperries Run West Virginia.
A collision between two freighters outside Folkestone left no injuries and the 7,000 ton Coast day on the scene. Authorities investigated the incident as shipping reporters tracked the wake of the crash.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Congregational Christian Church will meet at 7:30 this evening at 705 Pennsylvania Ave with Mrs. A G Mason and Miss Virginia Mason hosting. Mrs. Virginia DeHaven will lead devotions.
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