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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1957
Page
4
A devotional greeting emphasizing grace and peace multiplied through knowledge of God and Jesus Christ our Lord, framed as a blessing for believers.
A design for the "Alice in Wonderland" arrangement seeks to reduce the pain of a transfer. The plan emphasizes smoother steps and fewer obstacles for participants navigating the process.
The article discusses Izaak Walton's Compleat Angler and a 1577 work The Arte of Angling. It notes Walton borrowed material from the older book, cites Princeton critic Gerald Eades Bentley, and explains 16th century practices allowed borrowing without scandal. The piece reflects on why republishing the older work today persists due to its curious resemblance to Walton's writing.
Editorial weighs Bob Feller’s 266 major league wins with the Indians and his near certainty for the Hall of Fame. It notes wartime service cost him 90 to 100 potential wins and highlights other stars like Ted Williams and Joe DiMaggio, pondering what might have been for a teen phenom who rose in the 1930s.
The Saar region, a 990 square mile area with German roots, votes overwhelmingly to revert to German control. France retains customs and currency oversight for three years while one third of Saar deals remain under its influence. Citizens will be paid in French francs and face French import duties on German goods.
The text argues that wartime spending persists, making tax cuts costly. Surpluses are treated as temporary and likely to vanish due to higher foreign aid and defense spending. Proposes that tax relief hinges on budget impact rather than taxpayer entitlement, warning against relying on future surpluses.
The Tulsa Tribune explains how tax bills vary with income and reveals the hidden indirect taxes that affect most people. A weekly wage of 67.30 yields 1043 yearly in taxes, 66.45 yields 1425, and 7500 yearly income sees 2637 taken by the tax collector, illustrating how indirect taxes multiply across life.
A 72 year old former Kaiser Wilhelm of Germany fights to stay alive after an influenza attack. The Welltown Pike home of Mrs. John M. Silver was destroyed by fire. Grover Teets and Lehant lost all personal property. John Warren Rite returns to Lexington to resume studies at Washington and Lee University.
Virginia adopts an accelerated tax collection plan for 1956 income taxes. Taxpayers must file 1957 returns for 1956 earnings between January 1 and May 1, 1957, with payment at filing or later by October 1, 1957. The change aims to raise about 74 million dollars for capital improvements in state institutions.
Napoleon era mathematician Gaspar Monge reportedly studied apparent lakes in the Egyptian desert during the exile. He coined the term mirage from the French mirer meaning to look at.
Rainfall in the past 24 hours ending 8 30 am today is 0.02 inches. Rainfall to date for 1957 also 0.02 inches. Average annual rainfall over 44 years is 36.99 inches. Monthly averages 1912 1956: Jan 2.43 Feb 2.00 Mar 2.97 Apr 3.08 May 3.86 Jun 3.86 Jul 3.79 Aug 4.00 Sep 2.66 Oct 3.24 Nov 2.54 Dec 2.47.
Simple abdominal pain may signal appendicitis and require medical help immediately. Bed rest quiets the patient and localizes infection, while an ice bag can mask pain but risks missing a worsening condition. Avoid laxatives or eating until a doctor assesses and rules out appendicitis.
Rep Bow Ohio renewed his push to abrogate NATO status of forces agreements allowing foreign criminal jurisdiction over U S troops off base. He cites 24000 arrests and 100+ imprisoned abroad while noting opposition from Eisenhower aides and support from Sen Ervin who says servicemen are well treated.
Vienna reports Geza Szivos a 25 year old Hungarian rebel was executed by a Budapest military court for hiding arms. He admitted firing at the Communist party HQ, involved in the November 4 assault, and possession of automatic pistols and grenades. Tenants informed on him and arms were found after his arrest.
The essay argues the Bible counsels fleeing sin and temptation, urging caution in danger zones. It stresses resistance builds character, warns that flirting with temptations can overwhelm and destroy, and uses a wartime metaphor urging swift, decisive action when faced with tempting risks.
A reader quiz outlines scoring based on 100 questions with 10 omitted, noting daily averages. It states that nine or ten correct answers yield a high score category. The item reads as an advice or puzzle feature with a self assessment angle.
Evening guide lists 6 and 7 p.m. programs across Channels 6 5 and 7 with varied fare. Channel 6 features Traffic Court News from 4 Corners Sports Time Studios Perry Como Caesar's Hour George Gobel and film features including Crazy House with Olson Johnson Cass Daley. Channel 5 offers Capital Caravan Stars of the Grand Ole Opry Movietime USA The Velvet Touch Not for Nervous People Cinderella Jones and sign off. Channel 7 shows Beat the Clock Count of Monte Cristo Highway Patrol The Buccaneers The Jackie Gleason Show Oh Susanna Hey Jeannie Gunsmoke Frontier 11 P M Report and The Late Show Gallant Journey.
A detailed list of programs across Channel 4 and Channel 12 from noon to 1:00 weather, including Teen Talk Halls of Ivy Frontiers of Faith and Zoo Parade plus later hours featuring News and Movies, with titles like Meet the Press Roy Rogers Sherlock Holmes You Asked for It and What's My Line among others.
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