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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1951

Page

4

Classified advertising schedule and rates notice

The notice outlines publication cadence with over 17 500 copies each afternoon and Sunday. It lists address at 2 4 North Kent Street Winchester Virginia and requires display ads to be in by 48 hours before publication. Rates shown include 70 cents per inch for transient ads and contract rates on application. Classified rates are available in the classified column.

North Kent Street Winchester Virginia

Cross Roads for UN on Korea War and Red China

The piece argues the United Nations faces a crucial choice over Korea and the Chinese invasion. It cites 50 000 American casualties and urges world opinion to condemn Communist China while criticizing Britain and India for trade and diplomacy with the Reds. It also critiques the U S State Department stance toward China.

Red China Great Britain U.S U.N State Department Chiang Kai-Shek

A Do-able Foreign Policy for Peace and Strength

The essay argues the United States should replace the Truman Doctrine with a practical policy. It suggests Europe supply a measurable force X while the U.S. provides force Y, creating clear expectations for Allies and for the Kremlin. If Europe cannot provide X, the policy remains firm and risk minimized. The approach aims to avoid overreach and preserve civilization through pragmatic strength.

Western Europe U. S Ision Western Europe United States America U.S Kremlin

Advancement and Reflections on January 6 1961

A newspaper page fragment presents subscription pricing for different terms and regions followed by a quoted admonition about envy and personal virtue. The piece blends pricing notes with a reflective quatrain urging praise for friends and restraint from jealousy.

Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival Announces Intown Finance Chief

The Star reports B. F. Arthur Jr. will head the intown division of the festival finances for the 23rd Annual Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival under the Selective Service Act. A $10,000 bill was displayed among many exhibits at Shenandoah Valley National Bank, which marked its 76th anniversary.

Apple Blossom Festival B. F. Arthur, Jr Intown Department of Finance Shenandoah Shenandoah Valley National Bank

State committee urges high school consolidations in six towns

A state appointed committee recommends closing high schools in Miller Stephens City Middletown Gainesboro Gore and Stonewall and placing a new comprehensive high school at or near Winchester. Carson F Dettra elected president of the Charley Rouss Fire Co.

Miller Stephens City Middletown Gainesboro Gore Stonewall Winchester Carson F. Dettra Charley Rouss Fire Co

Jolley and Crossen Leaving for Baltimore Induction

John Edward Jolley of Angers Store and John E Crossen of Cross Junction departed for Baltimore to be inducted into military service. The move reflects ongoing enrollment efforts during the period.

John Edward Jolley Angers Store John E. Crossen Cross Junction Baltimore

Reelected Officers Named for South End Fire Company

Charles W Buh reelected president of the South End Fire Co with C E Riley as secretary and treasurer. T H Pickeral is first vice president, Harley Chiske second vice president, Carroll D Grim and Jary E L Grim named as third vice presidents. ACCT

Charles W. Buh South End Fire Co C. E. Riley T. H. Pickeral Harley Chiske Carroll D. Grim Jary E. L. Grim

Rouss Fire Co selects new leadership. invites flower lovers

Rouss Fire Co elected M. T. Reed president and Lewis F. Cooper reelected head. Sarah Zane C. E. Aulick invites all flower lovers to visit his greenhouse to see 150 varieties of carnations.

Rouss Fire Co M. T. Reed Lewis F. Cooper Sarah Zane C. E Aulick Green House

Price controls and farm bloc push to boost food costs

The article warns that under the Economic Stabilization Act, food prices may rise before controls, with farm bloc provisions expanding parity protections and processing margins. It notes parity bases shift from 1909–14 to 1941–50, creating uncertainty for ceilings and taxes, while both parties court farm support.

Washington Congress Capitol Hill White House di Salle Ching Mr Truman

First Golden Gloves Tournament Teams

In 1928 the Chicago Tribune and New York Daily News originated the Golden Gloves Tournament. The first intercity clash included teams from Chicago and New York. Captain Joseph Patterson named and sponsored the event.

Chicago Tribune New York Daily News Chicago New York Joseph Patterson America

Bed wetting cure using bell pad method advised

Dr Herman N Bundesen notes bed-wetting stems from tension and improper training. He describes a bell pad device that awakens the child after urination, prompting them to rise and button a dry pad, with removal after about three weeks. Medical exam is urged to rule out illness.

Rainfall totals and monthly averages for 38-year span

Present and past rainfall data show 24 hour ending 7 am today as none. January rainfall to date is O05 1951. Average rainfall for 38 years is 36.72 inches. Monthly averages (1912 1950) are Jan 2.48, Feb 1.95, Mar 3.83, Apr 2.99, May 3.83, Jun 3.91, Jul 3.84, Aug 3.90, Sep 2.65, Oct 3.33, Nov 2.53, Dec 2.46.

Neches

Ready to Retire A Man Returns To Work After Pension

A man retires after thirty five years with a generous pension at sixty five then six weeks later seeks his old job back. He finds life with nothing to do profoundly boring and discovers work gives meaning, structure, and community value beyond income. John Dwight notes that God remains living and working, and that work sustains the power to will and love.

John Dwight

How's Your I Q based on 100 questions 10 days

A quiz feature lists daily score bands from 9–10 correct to 4–5 correct and notes a Page 2 answer key with ten questions about history geography and language origins, including Army Navy game city and Dalai Lama.

Dalai Lama United States Alfred E. Smith William Shakespeare Geoffrey Chaucer H. L. Mencken Jack Dempsey

Venus de Milo height noted in statue description

The article states the magnificent Greek statue stands 2 meters 38 millimeters tall, a little over 6 feet 3 inches, reflecting measurements given in a descriptive caption.

Why three Wise Men Visited Jesus

The Three Wise Men are presumed three because Matthew 2 11 names three gifts gold frankincense and myrrh, though the Bible does not state their number.

Jesus

Origins of the FBI Creation Date and Founder

The Federal Bureau of Investigation was founded in 1908 by an order of Attorney General Charles J. Bonaparte. This established the FBI as the national law enforcement agency during his tenure in office.

B. I Federal Bureau of Investigation Charles J. Bonaparte United States

Majolica ceramic ware origin and early use

Majolica ware originated with pieces imported from the island of Majorca to Italy. Initially the term applied only to early Italo Lun lustre wear produced in the 18th century.

J. McC Majorca Italy

Original Copy of Washington Farewell Address Found

The address was printed by David Claypoole, later sold at auction to James Lenox for 2300 dollars, and became part of the Public Library of New York City after Claypoole's death.

George Washington David Claypoole Claypooles James Lenox Public Library of New York City

Look Out for Liza by Faith Baldwin Chapter Fifty Three

Liza tells Lanza she can love again but stay loyal to her father. Michael recovers from pneumonia after hospitalization. Liza visits, cooks, reads aloud, and stays three hours daily, then fades as he heals and she plans a weekend Trip.

Liza Faith Baldwin Laza Kim Chicago Virginia Abby Michael Mr. Lennox Patty Michael Crossly Trowbie Gay Mrs. Lennox Liga Enen Lana Bill Olga Tam Nimeel Goddards

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