Virginia toll reaches 429 with seven weekend fatalities
Virginia reports seven more weekend deaths pushing total toll to 429 and pedestrian fatalities to 99 for six months. Among the victims are Eunice Yost of Newport News and Thomas Hodges of Rewlings, struck in Brunswick and a hit and run respectively, with others in Norfolk Princess Anne County Fries and Hampton.
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Virginia
Eunice Yost
Newport News
Tye
Warwick County
Thomas William Hodges
Rewlings
Sturgeonville
Brunswick County
John Twine III
Norfolk
Princess Anne County
National Guard Ends Chigger Battle at Camp Picketts
The 29th Infantry Division trainees from Maryland and Virginia wrap two weeks of training at Camp Pickett with word the Army has conquered the chigger menace. Lt. Col. Robert C. Kimberly, the division surgeon, said new methods successfully addressed the itchy problem many troops remembered from past summers.
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Virginia
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More Segregation Trouble Brewing
Richmond based NAACP attorney Spotswood Robinson III said test cases against segregation are being prepared in Virginia and beyond. He indicated challenges to University Hospital Charlottesville and Medical College of Virginia Richmond plus intrastate transport and recreation facilities as part of a broader fight, alongside the Clarendon County case heading to the Supreme Court.
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Virginia
Prince Edward County
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Five Cattle Killed by Lightning Survive Storm Loss
Lawrenceville farmer O. B. Williams says five head of cattle on his farm died in a recent thunderstorm. He reports the cattle found yesterday, their deaths attributed to lightning, with an estimated value of 1500 dollars.
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Lawrenceville
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White Youths Given 5 Years in Slaying Of Negro Dentist
In Pulaski two white youths were convicted of voluntary manslaughter in the death of Dr. M. A. Santa Cruz, a Negro dentist. Each received five years in prison after Judge John Draper denied defense motions to set aside the verdict. Bond was raised to 10,000 each. stay of execution granted pending appeal.
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Warren Messick
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Messick
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Kilpatrick Named Editor of Richmond News Leader
James J. Kilpatrick known as Jack Kilpatrick was named editor of the Richmond News Leader on Saturday. The longtime reporter was celebrated for a decade of service and told to lead the paper with his proven newsroom experience.
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James J
Jack) Kilpatrick
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Kilpatrick Follows Freeman to Editorial Desk
Patrick will occupy the editorial home formerly inhabited by Dr. Douglas S. Freeman the noted historian who retired from the paper two years ago. Kilpatrick a native of Oklahoma joined the News Leader staff in 1941 as a reporter.
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Kiwanis Carnival Opens Tonight in Winchester
The Winchester Amusement Company prepares rides on Valley Pike and will open at 7:00 p m tonight for a week long carnival sponsored by the Winchester Kiwanis Club. Rides include ferris wheel, swings and merry go round. The carnival also opens at 2:00 p m on Wednesday July 4.
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Valley Pike
Winchester Kiwanis Club
Cpl McCormick Heads to Camp Pickett for Training
Cpl Lewis A. McCormick son of Mr and Mrs Albert McCormick of 8 Kent Street left Friday night for Camp Pickett for two weeks of National Guard training with the 29th Division Headquarters Company.
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Oatis Trial Highlights Czech Defense Law and Western Coverage
The Prague trial of AP chief Oatis is framed by Czechoslovakia’s defense of the republic law. Officials accuse Western reporters of spying. U.S. observers note Oatis admitted obtaining unissued political, economic, and military data. Western correspondents have been expelled or withdrawn. The story also notes small deer in Florida keys and Israel’s population density.
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Williams family updates and local visits
Local residents share health updates and movements. Mary Elizabeth Ashwood is recovering from a tonsillectomy at home. Zirkle Williams improves at Winchester Memorial Hospital as a surgical patient. Ralph Williams underwent a major operation last Thursday. The Wilkens family and Alfred Williams visit relatives in West Virginia and attend gatherings with N. C. Williams and others. The Home Demonstration Club meets, lamp making shown by Miss Margaret Flinking er, and a yard party planning meeting is set for Community Hall.
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Mary Elizabeth Ashwood
Ralph Williams
Grant Wilkens
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Earl Williams
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Thee Home
Margaret Flickinger
Northern Virginia Power Co
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Stella Leigh
Loretta Wilkins
Washington
Ina Lucas
Marilyn Feeley
Lewis Alien
Berkeley Springs
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Winchester Girl Scouts Begin Two-Week Camp Session at White Rock
Camp White Rock opens for its first session with 29 Winchester Girl Scouts attending. Sunday activities include camp settling in, a Scouts Own based on songs, and an Indian campfire where director Martha Forenan and staff are introduced. Names listed for Cabin and Wilderness units.
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Carol Dickson
Carolyn Terretta
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Janey Kremer
Rosemma Oates
Kay Gavis
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Robin Fritts
Jean Fowler
Jenny Fisher
Helen Solenberger
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Cormack and Sjostrom Lead Group of Officials Naming Members
Nancy Cormack Susan Sjostrom and colleagues Sharon Stine Joan Gavis and Barbara Faw are listed as a committee group in a local government document naming members and roles for upcoming community projects.
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Susan Stine
Joan Gavis
Barbara Fawcett
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