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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1953
Page
4
Advertisement style notice lists subscription rates by mail or motor route, including annual, six month, and monthly prices. The piece notes circulation and city publication details for Winchester Virginia and surrounding Frederick and Clarke counties.
A brief religious note explains that prayer is more effective when two people agree on a request. It quotes Matthew 18 19 to emphasize shared prayer. The message urges fulfilling conditions and highlights the power of collective supplication.
An analysis by Senate economists William H. Moore and John W. Lehman suggests U S population could reach 175 million by 1960, up 24 million since 1950, fueling multi million dollar growth in food production and industry. They forecast rapid expansion across crops and pig output, with implications for the economy and living standards.
The March of Dimes engages all social segments from volunteers to donors and polio victims, repeatedly adapting to fund and aid those in need. Its yearly growth reflects widespread public service and effective fundraising.
The National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis and the March of Dimes promote a nationwide effort to fight a single disease. In Winchester 1953 is led by Carl Campbell, while Frederick County lists J Kenneth Robinson and Clarke County chairman Mrs Charles J Enders Jr. Citizens are urged to support the drive.
On the Paris report of cabinet formation Francois Mauriac, Nobel laureate, says stability is absent in French politics and crises are tied to national character. Yet he urges not to despair, noting France has survived many premiers and will face another crisis this year.
The Roanoke World News reports that 1052 marks the first year in seven decades without a lynching, noting a historical decline from sixty mob killings annually thirty to forty years ago, with Virginia’s 1928 anti lynching law under Gov. Byrd driving justice.
Henry Albert reports Nelson is the new president of the South End Fire Company succeeding H. M. Layman. Local men Willie Heflin Donald Perrault William Orndorff Douglas Stout Frank Bragg Jr. and James Manning have entered military service. J R Costello of Stephens City at 87 was cutting a third set of teeth. David Hottle was named president of Rouss Fire Company for a second year. Mrs Anna Boone visited Baltimore.
Five years ago E. B. Cooper topped the Kiwanis attendance list and had not missed a session in 13 years. Mrs Francis Vaughn and her two children returned to Wilmington Delaware after visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Abney Payne. Mrs Bruce Nelson left for Iowa City to join her husband a student there.
Ten years ago Marion Anderson won a renewed role as captain of the Friendantp Muze Company, reflecting leadership continuity and organizational trust.
Douglas Brown was reelected president of the Charley Rouss Fire Company. Mrs. Grover Carsai Cooper hosted the Fort Loudoun Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, at their monthly meeting. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur B. Dyke entertained for their daughter Miss Goldie on her birthday.
Fifty five years ago Master Eugene Chiles of Middletown spent several days in Winchester with friends. He had recently broken his leg but was about on crutches. The old hydrant in front of the Court House was replaced with a new one. H K Russell and Henry Noonan bought a fine mare from Marshall McCormick of Berryville.
President elect Eisenhower and advisers plan a decentralized patronage method using local Republican committees to review and nominate job seekers. Cabinet members Brownell and Summerfield face tough reorganizations at Justice and Post Office. The change aims to reduce White House burden and partisan squabbles while preserving senior leaders’ influence.
Plymouth Massachusetts former Massachusetts Archaeological Society vice president Jesse Brewer has located 84 Indian campsites over fifty years by using a simple method. He says to think like an Indian, looking for a water source and a southern exposure for comfort, then to imagine being in their moccasins.
Rainfall figures show 24 hour total ending 7 a m at .21 January and year to date .49 in 1953. The 40 year period 1912-1962 yields monthly averages with February 1.98, March 2.90, May 3.63, June 3.95, July 3.81, September 3.69, October 3.19, November 2.65, December 2.50.
The article notes that itching can stem from emotional stress as well as physical causes like lice mites and scabies. It mentions skin diseases and internal disorders such as jaundice can also trigger itching, with stress making the urge feel directed at a specific object or concern.
A daily IQ quiz guide lists 10 day scoring with 9 10 correct answers as memory of tor very superior and others range from good to poor. Sample questions cover guayule prairie dogs Adelina Patti Graf Zeppelin Bolshevik leadership Unity Jersey Prince ton heavier liquids US war leaders and biology.
Hong Kong dispatch says Russia sent substantial machinery and equipment to Manchuria in 1952 to aid Sanitetan led Ciwan expansion. Previously aid to China's Red industrialization program focused mainly on technical guidance from Moscow.
The article stresses safe driving on highways and heed to road signs. It likens road signs to life guidance from the Bible and urges travelers to follow directions such as Do Not Enter Stop Look Listen and Through Traffic Go Straight. It warns of Dead End outcomes for ignoring warnings.
The society admits members hereditarily to the eldest son or a worthy male heir. It began with 2 000 original members in 1783 and now has about 1 500 hereditary members.
Observations indicate A Wild geese and ducks average about forty miles per hour on long migratory flights. The speed is measured during sustained flight with steady wingbeats and minimal variation in altitude.
A historical note recalls New Mexico joining the Union in 1912 with a 46 star flag. It describes the two new stars placed in the second and fifth rows and cites Admiral George Dewey and President Taft approving the change on February 14, 1912.
Roger helps reach the Junction while Wilgabeth enjoys the moment. She notices his fear of an uneasy night and recalls New Year plans of popcorn and marshmallows by the fire.
Fragments reveal Emily’s desperate desire to bind David with kisses and love. A door bursts open as Emily grapples with fear and reviving resolve, hinting at a tense confrontation to follow.
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