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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1952
Page
4
The editorial argues the United States remains a great country despite pressures. It praises George Washington's leadership at Valley Forge, money policy, and a robust national will while warning against quick fixes and expanded federal power. It stresses savings, prudent policy, and resistance to handout efforts.
The column mocks Senator Tobey of New Hampshire for proposing severe punishments for political betrayals including reviving the whipping post. It notes history of flogging, argues equal rights complicate gendered punishments, and suggests milder, more subtle penalties for federal officials while humorously warning against excessive retribution.
The President outlines key policy goals and legislative priorities in his state of the union address to the new session. He emphasizes national security economic stability and domestic reforms while calling for congressional action on anticipated programs and reforms.
Miss Colleen Grimm of Madison College is pledged to Kappa Delta Phi. Mrs Mildred Sowers and Mrs Virginia Bell attended a luncheon in Washington at the Statler Hotel honoring eight Representatives and one Senator entering the 82nd Congress. Mrs W A Orndorff announced the marriage of her daughter Margaret Kern to William Frederick Cramer of South Orange NJ. Mr and Mrs George Pine Berryville returned to their apartment after weeks in St Petersburg Florida.
Russell Cather was reelected president of the Handley Board of Trustees and Maurice Lynch, the original member living then, was elected vice president. Snag Sargent owned two pairs of ice skates over 200 years old that Benton Snider noted were in excellent condition.
William Beverley of Winchester Cold Storage Co. announced 33 carloads of apples shipped from the storage in one day. C Vernon Eddy disclosed over 60 000 books borrowed from Handley Library during the year.
Streams across the county froze over but a rising thaw endangers outdoor ice rinks and skating events, risking cancellations and unsafe conditions for skaters and spectators.
Washington correspondent notes Churchill’s age and changing style since wartime glory. He cites slower speech, more adviser reliance, and less cordiality in admin circles while stressing continued Anglo American unity on major war and peace issues. Churchill’s brief quip at the White House drew laughs from Truman and Acheson, signaling shifting perceptions.
The passage discusses how many jewels define a jeweled watch from one to 23 jewels, explains why no is used for number from numero, notes leap year marriage proposal origins attributed to St Patrick, and lists Nebraska and Delaware as extremes in per capita debt for 1951.
Rainfall data shows none in the past 24 hours until 7 am today. January to date 1.67 inches. year total 1.67 inches. The 39 year average is 36.75 inches. Monthly averages from 1912 to 1951 are listed with January 2.45 inches and December 2.50 inches among others.
The article notes Charles Dickens as a historic example of cold symptoms and endorses bed rest at onset to lessen severity and protect others. It explains colds as rhinitis or pharyngitis, discusses transmission, hygiene, and cautious use of remedies and vaccines, emphasizing cautious prevention and seeking medical guidance.
Defense Secretary Lovett told the Senate Armed Services Committee that bottlenecks in jet fighter and tank production persist and catch up with schedules will take a long time. He cited Russia producing about 15 000 planes a year while the U S may reach around 18 000 annual planes by 1952, hindered by engine and parts shortages amid a booming civilian economy.
Senator Robert A. Taft will visit Richmond with a schedule including a press conference a noon appearance before the General Assembly a Young Republicans luncheon a Virginia Union University stop a cocktail party and a six o clock banquet. The State Republican Committee announced a January 15 meeting to set the time and place for this year s GOP convention and to appoint delegates. About 900 people are expected at the Junior Chamber of Commerce banquet.
E R Clark protests a plan to replace existing signals at an estimated cost near forty thousand dollars. He argues tax increases over years have doubled sewer and raised water and merchant license rates, urging taxpayers to speak up against council spending. He notes Winchester's population growth lags income gains and asks for public comment.
The ministers of the United States and Canada face an unprecedented opportunity for Christian service. Fortune Magazine cites the limits of materialism and urges the Church to deliver a powerful spiritual message to a world aware of its weakness and sickness. Pastors must hear and relay the Voice guiding humanity toward spiritual power.
In 1952 the Star urges readers to renew subscriptions to stay informed about major upcoming events and ongoing community coverage. The notice emphasizes the newspaper as the source for timely local information and highlights ongoing promotions.
Chicago group announces Kefauver for President will have his name on the Illinois Democratic primary ballot. Cochairman Herbert Lockwood says Kefauver intends to seek the nomination and is optimistic about carrying Illinois after a telephone talk with the New York senator.
Minnie Peebles stirs a meeting of the Tuesday Afternoon Sewing circle with a tale about the Moores. She questions loyalties among Ruth Strong Alice Twing and others as local politics, social clubs, and a student’s alleged theft fuel tension in town.
The community’s quiet group discussion reveals tensions over race and the presence of a Black guest. Constance Atwood defends Mary the maid and her soldier son while Minnie and others voice unease about changes and matrimony talk. The fray ends with a vow to confront husband and refrain from further gossip.
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