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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1949
Page
9
About 2000 visitors viewed Molden Electric Co. showroom at the new two story brick dwelling on West Whitlock Ave. The plant completed electrical work including the kitchen. Prize winner T. F. Timberlake of 126 N. Washington St. received the electric toaster.
Baker, a World War II flyer and son of the late George F. Baker, died after a jeep crash following a late night flight from the Bahamas. Witnesses recount a single shot then a rough ride to his country home and the discovery of the pistol later recovered by the sheriff. His wife Alicia Gragales was en route to New York for his funeral, expected Wednesday.
Richmond January 18 John Hopkins Hall Jr state labor commissioner announced his retirement after 23 years of service to Gov Tuck Hall followed by a two day controversy over a dismissed labor department division official who alleged opposition to unscrupulous administrative practices by Hall The notice centers on his retirement filing and the dispute surrounding the official's dismissal claim
Council members and local professionals voiced opposition to a proposed tax ordinance including license fees and a 400 percent tax rise for some. Dr. Hawthorne warned the plan would stifle business, urging a moderate approach funded by cap ital improvements. Merchants cited high operating costs and questioned equitable sharing of the burden.
Municipal light plant debate spurs testimony on rising taxes for motion picture houses, taxi services, barbers, garages, and wholesalers. Operators warn current levies threaten business, with calls to limit capital improvements and seek a balanced budget to keep stores open.
A beer bottle tossed into Zuckerman's Junk Yard on E Baker St cracked a portion of a 1946 Dodge windshield. Police doubt they can identify the culprit as the incident occurred over the weekend.
Washington January 18 1948 McCormack urged the House to act next week on raising the minimum wage from 40 to 75 cents an hour with a one day hearing. President Truman supports a hike while GOP leaders call for careful committee consideration. Senate labor panel plans to place education and science bills ahead of wage legislation.
In Cannes on January 18, Aly Khan the Aga Khan's son said he will marry actress Rita Hayworth after divorcing his English wife. Secretary Emrys Williams warned the marriage will break many hearts as the prince enjoys wealth and attention and Rita is described as a simple, lovely movie star living in the prince's villa.
Charles Ponzi known for famed American investment swindles died Saturday in a hospital charity ward in Rio de Janeiro. His body lay unclaimed in a public morgue amid memories of his frauds centered in Boston and reaching across the United States and Europe.
Washington officials brace for a clash with Britain and France over an ECA plan to keep about 150 German plants operating, including mills and steel facilities, while others are slated for dismantling. Sixteen wartime foes may challenge changes to their reparations shares. The Humphrey advisory group proposes retaining these plants and allowing a higher German crude steel output within the wartime ceiling to 10,700,000 tons while expanding capacity.
Tom Nugent 36, former Hopewell high coach, named head football coach at VMI by the athletic council after Arthur Morton resignation. He will report to Lexington with a two year contract and then choose assistants as spring practice nears.
President Truman prepares for a noon Thursday oath marking a four year term. The capital city, crowded with visitors, hosts a gala week including a 2350-guest dinner, a Democratic luncheon, governor’s reception, electors’ dinner, and a large inaugural program. He revised a foreign policy address likely to reference the Fair Deal as a foundation for policy.
A storm sweeps mid continent with rain sleet and snow from eastern Rockies to Texas Panhandle. Blizzards feared in the Dakotas Montana Nebraska and parts of Minnesota. Winds rally and temperatures plunge tonight to 15 to 25 below in North and South Dakota and Minnesota. Freezing rain reaches from northeastern Texas and Oklahoma into southern Indiana.
Senator Barkley said expect some argument on presidential powers. Senator Lodge and Taft questioned wide executive authority. House Speaker Rayburn predicted eventual approval of the request amid Republican defeats and party tensions.
The article notes that barley-corns, a barley grain based unit, persists as a measurement in shoe sizing. Shoes are described as running by thirds of an inch or barley-corns, indicating historical measurement terminology still in use.
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