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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1952
Page
4
Editorial note reflects on civilization and deliverance. A quoted plea asks for deliverance from the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man, noting the newspaper’s mission to serve all readers beyond self. The piece ends with a religious appeal for divine aid.
The Richmond Times-Dispatch argues Governor Battle’s recommendation to open Virginia relief rolls to public inspection. It cites a 5 to 1 State Board vote and a bill by Randolph Tucker to prohibit commercial use of the lists while affirming taxpayers’ right to know how funds are spent. The paper notes concerns about embarrassment and urges adopting the policy, noting potential misuse by fraudsters.
A discussion argues for public access to state budget details and opposes secrecy. It notes Virginia and 14 states require periodic safety inspections for fall motor vehicles to reduce accidents, citing New York's governor seeking similar legislation and the potential Tennessee adoption. The piece reflects on accountability, efficiency, and lessons from history.
News notes list individuals with brief personal milestones and local happenings including Douglas Lee Miller wounded in Korea, births, lodge presidencies, festival leadership, social events, and return from a business trip to Harrisburg Pa.
The list shows Norval Miller, Robert Danger, Joan B Baye, Garland Baptist, Robert W Lowery, John W Jones, William J Harris, Delmas Paden Mellon, Charles K Hoover, Russell Le Morr, Loring William Madigan, Roy Hockman, Elmer Po Duncan, W Cecil O Rea,r John M Mason, Elias Gilbert Anderson, Raymond F Corrigan, Austin Giffin Farmer, Garland Lester Smith. Also engaged Beall Bentley to Thomas Gillespie Scully Jr. Actress Carol Lombard died in Nevada plane crash.
Mr and Mrs W M Teets hosted a small informal party for their son Grover on his 19th birthday. The Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist Church at Macedonia met at Mrs. Jesse Punk's home. Miss Mildred Clem, who had been ill at her parents Clyde and Berryville Avenue home, was reported much improved.
Miss Nannie Herbert chaired the Apple Social at Market Street Methodist Church. S. H. Hansbrough was reelected president of the Shenandoah Valley National Band.
Labor leaders express growing irritation with the Truman administration over wartime and peacetime policies. They threaten repeal of the Taft Hartley Act and demand favorable wage and policy decisions before November. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the Chicago Federation of Labor reject public power and favor private utilities, citing better wages and bargaining power under private industry.
Various approaches for peptic ulcer treatment are described, with emphasis on combining methods. Diet adjustments, neutralizing and anti-spasmodic drugs, sedatives, and addressing psychological factors are noted to aid healing. Surgery is rarely required.
Rainfall data shows past 24 hours ending 7 am today none. January rainfall to date 179 inches for 1952 and 179 inches total to date. Average rainfall over 39-year period 36.75 inches. Monthly averages from 1912 to 1951 include January 2.45, February 1.99, March 2.88, April 3.02, May 3.83, June 3.90, July 3.62, August 3.82, September 2.43, October 3.27, November 2.66, December 2.50.
The document notes a Civil Service Commission head, missing action, and a Canfield copy in Mr. McGrath’s files. It claims conditions have worsened since 1947, with collectors in Boston St Louis and San Francisco on trial or under indictment. Congressional investigators criticized these offices years earlier.
An Associated Press survey of 63 GOP National Committee members showed 31 backing Taft, 9 Eisenhower, 2 Warren, and 1 Stassen. Taft leads among those willing to state positions, while 42 of 85 questioned remain unwilling to choose before the convention.
A long ago Danish scholar well into poverty was tended by a noble Christian woman. In a circle with leaders of several faiths he found inspiring company. After his death, diverse religious leaders agreed on a simple epitaph Here lies a Christian man. They urged peace among believers in God.
Memory genius and very superior ratings are described for daily IQ scoring based on 9 to 10 correct per day. The quiz asks 10 questions covering topics from history to science and a note about braille transcription training by the Division for the Blind, Library of Congress, and volunteer groups.
Senator Humphrey says Democrats can win the presidential race only with a consistent fair dealer and a liberal platform. He cites Truman as fitting the bill and notes other Democrats who could run if Truman stays out. He adds Kefauver may announce plans by Feb 1 amid civil rights debate.
Paris reports total casualties of United Nations and Republic of Korea forces in the Korean War have reached 414,945. An Associated Press survey cites U S casualties at 104,383 including 16,057 killed in action and 75,602 wounded.
The Soviet Government issued a new list banning visiting foreigners from 22 additional cities not on the September 1948 map. In the Moscow area foreigners are now limited to within 25 miles of the capital with some exceptions.
Donald returns from a backstage tour at Radio City Music Hall while Anne and the others miss the early movie. Virginia warns that Don’s presence under their roof makes him a public example, risking scrutiny from townspeople and visitors alike as they debate being seen as proper hosts and teachers.
In Crestwood the Don is under scrutiny as neighbors reveal tensions about his leadership and position. Virginia and Philip weigh leaving town, envy among teachers, and the effect on Don’s career while recalling a summer scene of Barth’s tentative churchyard plan.
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