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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1951
Page
4
Failure to deal justly with the humble has brought on bloody revolutions. But the small People in power have proven just as ruthless as the great. Few use restraint in judgments. We shall hear the small as well as the great.
The Defense Department favors a $100 monthly combat bonus for officers and $50 for enlisted men if they fight the enemy six days in a month, retroactive to June 27. The piece argues combat risk is equal for all in battle and questions the officer enlisted disparity.
The piece reflects worry among American students about potential military conscription and future schooling. It cites historical parallels from 1940 41 and urges continued emphasis on education as a national need, noting Dr John A Perkins of the University of Delaware.
Dr Perkins challenged students to study earnestly in college and display courage and faith. He warned that neglecting Western cultural heritage could leave a nation civilized in war but uncivilized in peace, a message aimed at youth maturing in college and in battle.
The piece argues that U S leadership for freedom must span economic as well as political and military fields. It supports renewing the reciprocal trade agreements program without restrictive changes and warns against a peril point clause that would echo protectionist thinking. It says the United States must lead to overcome isolationism and help free nations survive.
In a broader critique of postwar policy, the article argues that the CCC and export licenses fueled by the Department of Commerce sent about 600 million dollars worth of cotton and related goods abroad to Communist or satellite nations. It blames White House policy, with Brannan and Acheson cited amid a larger warning that Korea risks widening into global conflict.
Through January 12, 1951 the U S Army has spent 3 210 415 000 this fiscal year, less than the 3 450 811 000 spent by January 12, 1950. Despite enlarging the army and a seven month Korea war, funds for tanks planes and guns have not yet materialized, leaving the Treasurer’s report with a chilling undertone.
A reflective verse on truth from a father to his sophomore son. The speaker contrasts certainty and shifting perception noting steadfast justice as an enduring flame. He recalls youthful clarity and questions how experience alters the perception of facts and truth.
John J. Hawse chosen to direct the firemen's parade for Winchester's 1950 Apple Blossom Festival. Noble Unger reports killing a young copperhead in an orchard on Middle Road. Army claims first scientific contact with the moon via radar spanning 238000 miles. Chamber of Commerce issues new tourist ads distributed by Andrew Bell. Five thousand Chinese students protest outside government HQs then march past embassies for Hong Kong Macao recall of the French Consul General. Ten years ago Appalachian apple growers awaited SMA approval for a $1 per bushel minimum. E A Brill renews Star subscription in pennies. Gretchen Smith Dorsey and Thomas B. Rosenberger wed.
Mae Murray and John Gilbert starred in The Merry Widow at the Empire. Judge Whiting postponed the Circuit Court opening to let court officers attend Governor elect Byrd's inauguration in Richmond. John W. Jackson died suddenly at his home here.
Coal and ice caused streets to be clogged and shops to close. Many residents stayed indoors due to heavy drifts and freezing conditions across the county.
A broad essay discusses global transition and rising unrest as nations awaken after long dormancy. It notes the growth of humanity, effects of new weapons, and critiques a godless materialistic philosophy shaping current dislocations. An unrelated quiz on IQ and general knowledge follows.
A letter from Fred Collins of Sherman Texas compliments The Star and requests expanded Cross Junction coverage. He signs the note simply as Sherman M.
A concise assertion that defending oneself requires action while arguing the best defense against mistaken ideology is adopting a superior ideology. The statement emphasizes intellectual confrontation over force and frames ideological quality as the key shield.
An overview of shoulder pain causes and diagnosis. X-ray evaluation is key to identifying conditions such as arthritis of the upper spine, bursitis, neuritis, and tendinous inflammation. X-ray therapy often relieves pain, with varying timelines across ages 40 to 70.
Report shows 24 hour rainfall ending 7 am today with January total at none and year to date 1.09 inches. Historical averages from 38 year period 1912-1950 list monthly figures. January 2.48 February 1.95 March 2.86 April 2.99 May 3.83 June 3.?? July 3.64 August 3.90 September 2.65 October 2.33 November 1.? December 2.44.
The user asks to quote the final six words of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address and queries George Washington's battle outcomes in the Revolutionary War. No news content provided to summarize.
Bobbie Rosenberger McIlwee, son of Mr and Mrs Marco McIlwee, had an operation Tuesday at Winchester Memorial Hospital. Mr and Mrs H A Snapp attended a farewell dinner for Mr and Mrs Croswell Henderson, who depart for the West Coast. The event was at the summer home of Mr and Mrs Raymond Baker on Capon Lake with 26 sportsmen and their wives present. Recent callers to the Snapps included Mr John Wot ring Capon Bridge and Mr Harry Bumgardner and Mr Raymond Baker of Winchester.
The band Henry VI took to France during his war included ten clarion players and other instrumentalists, constituting his marching ensemble.
Hall and Gamadge discuss the March deal for Garthwain letters, the role of an agent, and the risk to Doddingtons reputation if provenance is unknown. They consider secrecy, potential buyers, and the possibility the owners used a confidential agent to protect family honor while selling.
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