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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1957
Page
4
A brief masthead note from the Winchester Evening Star announces daily publication with editor Hi. F. Byrd Jr. and credits a large readership count in the opening line.
U S government facts highlight rising deafness among 94 233 veterans and air force workers due to jet engine roar. The Veterans Administration notes many thousands of cases tied to jet noise while urging stronger safety standards and ongoing anti smoke and noise controls amid industrialization.
The postwar surge in Christian missions funds exceeds 135 million dollars, doubling 1945, but critics warn of Western imperialism and donor blind spots. Dr. Henry P. Van Dusen urges donors to revise views of missionaries as mere preachers and to rethink motives and approach.
The piece reports that despite claims the B52 is obsolescent, Air Force design continues with upgrades to be taller faster and harder to hit. Strategic Air Command still views the B52 as essential defense until ICBMs are perfected.
The text reflects on the scope of foreign missions beyond a church to include a hospital and school. It notes the presence of five teachers per evangelist and questions how many children will join the church, urging Americans to consider the future impact of missions.
Dr. Clay ton R. Lewis, chief engineer for nuclear research at Chrysler, telling the Nuclear Advisory Committee of the SAE that a nuclear powered car would be impractical. He notes the motor would weld 40 tons and would make the owner of such an auto likely own the heaviest car on the block.
The Asheville area notes North Carolina mountain man Sam G. Brinkley of Buladean who died years ago grew a beard reaching the floor. Brinkley, five feet ten, drew circus work, taught religion and kept a devout life, saying he grew the beard by choice proving a regional superlative.
California researchers report after numerous experiments that people do not learn while asleep. A casual look at an client and modern history suggests many do not learn rapidly while awake.
The Women's Christian Temperance Union sent a message to Congress asking for the resubmission of the 18th Amendment. Mr. and Mrs. C Irvine Cather announce the birth of daughter Elizabeth Adams Cather in Memorial hospital.
The piece argues Khrushchev has praised Stalin again, suggesting a shift back to Stalinist methods. It notes Khrushchev’s February speech criticizing Stalin contrasts with recent calls for unity with the late dictator and questions motives. It considers the move as a possible desperate bid to save the current Soviet system.
Put out grain or bread crumbs in a sheltered place to help birds find food. They will locate it and benefit from the nourishment.
Rainfall data shows past 24 hours ending 8:30 a m today with trace January rainfall and year to date figures. Average annual rainfall over 44 years is 36.99 inches with monthly averages ranging from 2.00 to 4.00 inches across 1912 to 1956.
The piece discusses varying sleep needs from eight to nine hours for early risers and six to seven for night owls. It notes efficiency peaks at different times, warns against pills, and promises tips to improve sleep, while also answering a question about armpit warts with brief removal methods.
Kernstown resident Wil son has returned home after a hospital stay at Winchester Memorial. Local visits include Mr. and Mrs. Linden Vann with Mr. Vann’s parents in Woodstock and Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Cammer joining Mr. and Mrs. William Grove for dinner. Other residents traveled to Washington for events and to visit relatives in Alexandria and Arlington. church activities note a Kernstown Charge Methodist Men's meeting at Refuge Church with speaker Kenneth Armstrong of Winchester.
Birds of different feathers gather at the Home of Mr and Mrs James W Workman. Workman a lawyer rescued a young dove and placed it with the family parakeet. The pair have been chatty and amiable companions since.
A professional hunter states the largest he has seen killed measured 9 ft 7 in, with the average big one at 9 ft 3 in. He explains the standard method: lay the animal on its side, lift the chin, drive two pegs in the ground at the nose and at the last tail joint, and use the straight line between pegs as the actual length.
Community drive urging contributions to the March of Dimes to support polio vaccination and research. Messages emphasize civic participation and the impact of donations on public health initiatives nationwide.
The text asserts Jesus is the express image of God's person and embodies God's moral nature. It argues that through Jesus the incarnate character of God, humans can recover original divine perfection and restore obedience lost after the fall.
The message contrasts responding to our sinful side with salvation inviting divine possibilities. It asserts Jesus Christ can restore a living relationship with God because He embodies God’s character in flesh.
A 10 day self quiz reports scoring by daily correct answers 9 10 = Memory Genius 7 8 = Very Superior 5 6 = Excellent 4 = Good. Includes ten questions about George A Henry Lae Pulaski infant bones Empress of India life spans and a Milton Wordsworth comparison with analiz.
A dense schedule lists prime time lineups across channels 4 5 7 with shows including Footlight Theater Behind Badge Sam & Friend Superman Jonathan Winters NBC News Big Surprise Noahs Ark Jane Wyman Show Circle Theater The Murder of a Country Break the Bank Harkness Sprague Weather Sports Tonight Inspiration Sign Off and a long span of daytime and late night programs featuring Westerns dramas comedies game shows and soap operas with multiple movie titles and theater broadcasts listed throughout the day and into the early hours.
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