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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1954
Page
2
Selective Service reports show state deferments surpass inductions by more than 13 500 since Korea. End May figures list 50 247 four F s, 249 782 deferred, and 24 067 eligible for induction. State inductees total 36 595 through August with many 26 or older deferred.
Ronald Merton Fuller aged 45 died at the bottom of a 55 foot shaft while searching for supposed chests of gold buried over 75 years ago by a Mexican bandit. His daughter and son in law from Los Angeles plan to continue the hunt despite the fatal accident.
A 22 year old West Virginian marine from Marmet says a sailor he picked up while traveling with his wife Alene and friend Bill Williams drugged him. He remembers nothing until found semi conscious by a taxi driver in Street yesterday. He is in Newport News hospital for observation. A suitcase with clothing and a marine cap was found with him.
Berryville town plans to widen Rice Street and Lincoln Avenue with sidewalks and rights of way. The council approved the measures at a regular meeting noting drainage and traffic concerns. A third part time officer was discussed but no action taken. Water system upgrades were reviewed with Major Berlin reporting satisfactory results. Council members O’Bryan Enders Levi Mallory and others attended with Recorder Settle and Manager Enders.
A miner perished when dynamite fumes caused him to fall from a shaft ledge to the bottom. Two sailors working with him located the body at the shaft injuries.
In extraordinary circumstances the President may convene Congress in a special session. The Constitution does not specify a location, so Congress may meet outside Washington, D C if needed.
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Chicago coroner heard Dr. Harry Leon suggest Montgomery Ward Thorne may have been poisoned as investigators examine a June death. Evidence included trace morphine and barbiturate in the brain along with alcohol. The inquiry focused on family ties, blackmail rumors, and Thorne’s will changes.
Russia demands the United States stop hydrogen bomb tests in Pacific islands under United Nations trusteeship. Washington has not yet responded. the issue raises tension at the United Nations in New York.
Vice President Nixon urged the free world to expose Communist lies and show Asia's 600 million uncommitted peoples that democracy is the superior way. He spoke at the Jackson Freedom Festival amid centennial Republican celebration and warned that whoever wins Asia wins the world. He vowed to oppose UN recognition of Red China and noted Guatemala’s overthrow as a blow to Communist dictators.
Winchester Frederick County Red Cross and Winchester Recreation sponsor a water safety and swimming program now in progress at multiple pools and starting Monday at Willow Lawn. Between 250 and 300 children have registered. beginners and intermediate groups separate after day one with boys 9 to 10 am and girls 10 to am. No fee. weather updates via WINC by 8:30 am.
Jacob Entel a five year Alexandria chemist suffered the loss of an arm and possible blindness after an explosion at Atlantic Research Co in the 600 block of N St Asaph St He was pulled from the smoke by Officer George Grimm who also sustained chemical burns Entel remains in critical condition at Alexandria Hospital with severe injuries including mangled leg facial disfigurement and possible loss of vision in both eyes
Mrs Ruth Deerman of El Paso Tex won the 8th Powder Puff Derby in Knoxville Tenn after a 2000 mile transcontinental flight from Long Beach California. She flew a Cessna 140 with a 123 mph average handicap 112 mph and claimed 3800 dollars first prize with Ruby Hayes of El Paso as co pilot.
Autopsy on Airman A. I. C. Earl L. Hartman of Langley AFB found he drowned and suffered a cerebral hemorrhage after a beating. Suspect Robert Michael Syrotchen, 31, of Burlington NC, is jailed on suspected murder. Det. Capt. Lewis said Hartman’s companions and Syrotchen deny knowledge but confirm being together.
A unnamed woman and three associates reported seeing a flying saucer last night at 10 p.m. The group said the object traveled quickly north over the town center and declined to reveal their location or the names of their four-member party.
N E B A notes Senator McCarthy ran for district attorney of Shawano County Wisconsin in 1936 on the Democratic ticket. He lost the race.
Twenty six trucking firms paid fines totaling 1458.10 dollars to Judge W. E. Edwards in Frederick County Trial Justice Court Friday. The average fine was about 56 dollars. Cases covered violations such as over height and over length.
Reports from White Post and Frederick County describe a devastating storm with five digit property damage estimates. George Whitmore, 14, injured by a head laceration. Mr Digges, his employer, hurt by a collapsing building. Residents say it may be the worst storm in memory.
Residents reported varying intensities from light rain to severe twister winds. In Madison County near White Post and Lost Corner, M. H. Hausenfluck described a tree flattening a house window and heavy rain flooding the interior. A shed, two hen houses, and barn damage totaling over 2000 dollars occurred, with 25 walnut trees uprooted and corn field damage. No stock losses were reported, though fences and a maple tree were damaged. Insurance offices anticipate high adjustment volumes. The storm's severity exceeded a prior June event.
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