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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1958
Page
4
The message from HW F Byrd Jr editor describes the Winchester Virginia post office entry as second class and credits the Associated Press for exclusive rights to the newspaper’s local and AP dispatches. It notes Mohawk 2 3419 as the newsroom contact.
The Federal Housing Administration announces a policy shift that allows buyers to allocate more income to mortgage payments and to include costs of appliances and air conditioning in loans. The move aims to stimulate housing and possibly the broader economy, signaling a shift toward looser credit to avert recession.
Retired Lt. Gen. Leslie R. Groves argues that America’s reluctance to strike first may serve as a strong deterrent against war. He presents the idea as an overlooked strategic force shaping US defense posture in relations with Russia.
General Groves warns that America’s long standing no first strike stance may deter Soviet aggression by making the Kremlin less likely to start a war. He cautions that slowing U S military strength could raise global risk if the United States falls behind.
A roundup of the most engaging editorials selected from forty newspapers arriving at this office daily. The digest highlights strong opinions on current events, governance, and public policy expressed by editors across various regions.
David Selznick argues the future lies in major epics and pay TV as free television reshapes the industry. He says quality, not quantity, will determine success and predicts pay TV could yield up to 10 million dollars per night for a film. He cites Chaplin and Garbo as all time greats.
A Virginia note shows Public Service Taxation Division chief Jesse C. Masten reminding utilities that a 0.2 percent tax may be levied. The letter says the commission will decide on assessments for 1958, but funds already cover admin work with a sizeable reserve. A trucking firm calls it a welcome tax break. writers doubt any other government matches this.
The Louisville Courier Journal uncovers a royal era directive from Queen Elizabeth's pensions ministry. It stresses age as the primary factor in deciding if a person is a child, illustrating bureaucratic humor from past decades.
The Star notes President Truman forecasts a prosperous year with strong employment. Premier Tito becomes communist Yugoslavia's first president under a new constitutional framework. A Bulgarian princess is born to King Boris III and Queen Joanna.
Ten years ago in 1948 M. H. Rhodes was elected president of the Middletown State Bank with W. R. Campbell named cashier and vice president. Nearby, G. A. Newcome observed his 77th birthday with a turkey dinner attended by his wife and children and Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Ephrim Pifer celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary in the Helief section.
Fifty years ago Miss Lillian Grim and Miss Ethel Yost returned home after visiting the Misses Keller in Martinsburg. G Guiliani left Winchester for New York to sail to Italy for vacation with his sister Blanca. Mr and Mrs Horace McKinster hosted a supper and card party at their North Main Street home.
The California Men's Apparel Club reports the Ivy League look is a thing of the past and retreating to Eastern campuses. The new trend centers on the young executive style with looser trousers and broader ties. Dark colors and lighter synthetics dominate.
Two Sunday bus crashes in the central Mexican state of Toluca killed 22 people and left 35 injured. In Tizayuca a collision between a bus and an automobile killed six and injured nine as the other bus, derailed on a hill near Tocuca, crashed into a wall after the driver said brakes failed.
Moody individuals face emotional weakness similar to other hereditary flaws. Recognize moodiness as a problem. Once identified the moody person can begin to rise above their moods, with a course outlined for future guidance.
A vintage study guide offers a 10 day IQ style test with 10 sample questions. It ranks scores from memory genius to good and directs readers to page 2 for answers. Questions cover capitals, Bible, cheeses, Leatherstocking author, circus terms, color blindness, Cyclops trait, grammar, penguin flight, and the 21st amendment repeal.
Dr Bundesen notes eczema rises in winter due to temperature swings winds and heavy clothes. Causes include excessive bathing rubbing diaper area infections and certain foods. Prevention focuses on stopping scratching using splints and oil baths while diet changes may exclude milk eggs and wheat. A Q A warns leg swelling may signal infection or phlebitis.
The term The New Look began in 1947 marking a shift in women's fashion. Christian Dior, a Paris designer, introduced a silhouette with longer skirts and a return to feminine fullness after wartime shortages.
The text argues Jesus used advertising tactics and polls, sidestepped dilemmas, spoke to large outdoor audiences without amplifiers, started a church picnic with loaves and fishes, hosted a dawn Easter breakfast, and demonstrated faith in people. It cites the feeding of the 5 000, the healing of lepers, the nail prints to prove identity, and teaching on rewards for talent.
James Marlow reviews the Eisenhower Bulganin letters from December to January outlining peace talks aims and sticking points. Bulganin pushes for a summit and disarmament steps, Eisenhower seeks a foolproof inspection system and UN charter compliance.
The Association for Applied Solar Energy is a non profit scientific society that seeks practical use of solar energy. It has helped develop a portable radio powered by 16 silicon solar cells and is running a contest among 15 architects in 32 nations to design a solar heated home with sufficient solar collection for heat and hot water.
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