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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1951
Page
4
Local notice lists weekly mail or motor roll options and single copy details as part of the Winchester Evening Star publication. The text references self-justifying statements and a biblical quote, indicating personal tone or editorial aside.
In Britain Attlee advises the House of Commons that no immediate move to brand Chinese Communists as aggressors is warranted. He hints Britain might support condemnation for intervention but opposes economic sanctions and trading curbs. The piece contrasts U S jet battles in Korea with Britain's stance and cites Senator Johnson's harsh critique.
The Daily Worker, once a 70 000 circulation weekly, has fallen to under 14 000 amid postwar paper shortages and ad loss. The Times notes New York's communist paper struggles to remain viable after moving from Chicago 25 years ago.
The United States states it can no longer support the Red publication, signaling a shift in policy and a formal withdrawal of backing. Officials cited concerns over content and alignment with national interests, prompting the move and possible diplomatic consequences.
Current Opinion muses on discussing fiscal matters as a calculated risk. The piece uses pussy willow imagery to hint at spring and growing concerns about taxes while noting students’ homework suffers. It blends seasonal reflection with a subtle nudge about public debate.
A Manhattan College co captain confessed accepting 1000 a game to throw key games. He implicated a fellow player and suggested other players and officials at other colleges have been paid by gamblers. The report urges criminal probes and strong college oversight of events at Madison Square Garden.
The actor Jack Holt known as Charlie to family grew up in Winchester and New York. A descendent of Chief Justice Marshall, he abandoned Virginia Military Institute after a year and found fame as a daredevil Western star who doubled for a real stunt. His open spaces and horsemanship shaped a legendary sagebrush hero admired by a generation.
The Star reports 137 pints were donated to the Red Cross Bloodmobile, erasing a 27 pint shortfall from December. Also noted are Winchester apple storages at a million bushels, R. P. Anderson planning 15 tourist cabins and a diner east of Hayfield on Route 50, and Virginia’s youngest licensed photographer R. S. Jolliffe.
President Truman appoints General Carl A. Spaatz to lead the Army Air Force succeeding General Henry H. Arnold. Winchester's First Lady identity to be revealed next week. D W Ritenour of Amherst Street receives a patent for rotary cultivators and attachments to agricultural implements.
Ten years ago Miss Jane Jolliffe then ten years old daughter of notes on a local family appear in a historical column. The item records a youthful milestone and ties it to a place and date context from the newspaper.
Twenty five years ago the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals met at Mrs. Robert M Ward home on South Washington Street. James Chauderis sent wedding invitations for his sister Kathrin to Mr Gus Kakanis. Mr and Mrs J B Singhas departed to Knoxville Tennessee.
Gratcen Glove continued to employ many local people despite a slackening season. Factories kept workers on, showing steady local employment amid slower production and demand.
The article argues President Truman shifted from anti monopoly aims against U S Steel and Mellon interests to backing expansion of big steel for defense needs. It notes plant migrations to seaboards, new mills at Sparrows Point and near Trenton, and a $250 million New London project. It mentions Mesabi ore, St Lawrence Seaway plans, and politics with Senators McMahon and Benton.
Discussion on diagnosing headaches. Many headaches stem from emotional factors or psychoneurosis rather than actual disease. Thorough exams and history aid differentiation. Family input and lifestyle changes help reduce underlying tensions. practical care includes reassurance and targeted treatment.
Present and past rainfall figures show 24 hour total to 7 am today and January to date 1.09 inches. The 38 year average rainfall is 36.73 inches with monthly averages listed from January to December 1912 1950 inclusive.
Public quiz style listing 10 sample questions with answers on page 2. Includes subjects from politics, geography, industry, and general knowledge such as Senator Byrd, Hell's Kitchen, Hanford plant, Hydramatic Cadillac, Garden State, prairie dog, Central Powers, GE president, executive order attestation, and the saying death and taxes.
A devotional note on Jesus establishing the kingdom of God on earth and inviting entry Through two key steps: accept the invitation and extend its influence Then a Q A on Boschi pinhead paintings and a seismic question with a 1950 earthquake count
Gamadge and Mrs Coldfield discuss suspects and motives while chasing a lead on a trusted agent. They weigh poisonings and missing letters, then plan to pursue a newly discovered Garthwain clue with Hall the book dealer for more information.
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