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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1949
Page
4
A fragment quotes a biblical verse from Job 24 20 claiming nations and individuals imagine they will be the exception. The passage asserts that wickedness will be broken as a tree. The date July 8 1949 appears as a reference point in the clipping. An inspirational tone pervades the selection.
Perry Brown national commander of the American Legion warned in Virginia that centralized Washington power erodes self determination. He urged Americans to resist proposals for broader federal reach, praising Legion leadership and urging continued principled guidance to keep the nation independent.
The House passed a bill to create 24 federal judgeships after Republicans proposed an amendment to cap one party’s share. Democrats opposed the limit, noting that most of the last 189 appointees were Democrats and that presidents and Senate majorities decide appointments.
John Foster Dulles, longtime adviser and new U S Senator from New York, reports a hopeful trend in Russian foreign relations. He believes revolt behind the Iron Curtain is rising, with Tito's break from Moscow signaling broader dissent in Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and other satellite states.
The article argues Soviet authorities must choose between liberalizing policies or continuing terror to suppress rebels. It notes revolts across satellites and hints at a purge in Moscow. It contends tyranny cannot erase the human spirit of liberty, positioning war as avoidable if reforms prevail.
Current Opinion casts rail union leader F Whitney as calling for a purge of the U S Senate and condemns his precedent with the 1946 strike. It notes his past push to oppose Truman and his threats to mobilize union resources to defeat leaders. It cites the Whitney Johnston Act remark as a warning.
Column notes social attitudes from birth to death. It contrasts interest in a man’s wife and widow with questions about inheritance. The piece underscores evolving perceptions of women's experiences and status in society.
News of Other Years notes proceedings of the Democratic convention in Philadelphia with a somber tone. E. Shiflett, a one armed softball pitcher, leads Grove Lime Co. of Stephens City to a victory over Donahue Florists of Front Royal. A son was born to Mr and Mrs Robert Dicks of Sunnyside.
In a 1944 segment the British begin a new offensive against Gaem as Red Army forces near Wilno appear poised to capture the city. Greta Garbo foils burglars in Beverley Hills who flee with $40 and a sugar ration book, while the Virginia State Democratic convention credentials committee in Roanoke bars Black delegates from participation.
Bud Miller of Virginia Apple Storage catches a 15 pound catfish in Shenandoah. Rev. Harry G Balthis announces a new Winchester Methodist church will be named Montague Ave Methodist. O C Shirley of Grimes is surprised with a birthday party.
Twenty five years ago plans emerged to reorganize the state firemen society. Co. I Winchester State Guard unit recruited men for a training camp at Virginia Beach. Empire Theatre turned over evening proceeds to help cover Apple Blossom Festival deficits.
Ray Emmert of Zanesville Ohio spent 45 days in a six foot coffin beneath a temporary grave to raise funds and set a buried alive record. Thousands watched as coins funded his observation tunnel and exit after his stunt. He quips about boredom and says the act reflects modern desires to escape reality. Also satirical notes on fashion and food trends surface in a bus conversation and local claims about corsets and parsley in displays.
Mrs Maud Bean and friends from Washington spent the weekend at her farm. Mr and Mrs Ralph Frye and son from near Winchester and Miss Alma Frye joined the holidays at the Frye home. Miss Lora Good of Winchester visited Iven Miller. Ernest J Shook of Charlottesville spent the weekend with county relatives. Mr and Mrs Spillman of Washington were guests at Iven Millers Sunday.
An essay by Earl L. Douglas argues against euphemisms that mask harsh truths. It cites Ruskin on self honesty, urging readers to name faults like lying cowardice and gluttony. Hiding reality risks corroding character and self-deception.
A dated quiz list asks seven to ten questions on topics from fashion to piracy. It covers camisoles, burned White House years, a sports book, meaning of triweekly, decapitation in snakes, British monarch during the Revolution, Kidd era, fish propagation, and antimacassars placement in the 1890s.
The article explains gout as a form of arthritis with characteristic morning attacks in middle aged men, causing severe joint pain and swelling. It covers symptoms, progression to chronicity, tophi formation, diagnosis via X ray, triggers, and treatment including rest, saline lurgatives, colchicine, pain relief, cold compresses, and purine restricted diet.
A query about whether British-made automobiles are steered from the left or the right side. It notes cars designed for travel in England and asks which side houses the steering wheel.
Richmond July 8 The state plans permanent penal trend camps with prisoner control facilities to replace chains. Col Richard W Copeland director of welfare and institutions says two projects costing 153 009 have Governor Tuck approval One camp to be built in Dinwiddie county and the other near Zuni in Floyd county.
Readers are urged to provide fresh water in cool shaded areas to sustain pets and livestock during extreme heat. Authorities emphasize ensuring constant access and checking containers for cleanliness to prevent dehydration and heat stress.
The Galilee church hosted a weiner roast and social at Charles and Hensell home with about fifty attendees. Local families moved, hosted visitors from Washington and Florida, and church activities continued with the White Hall church workers council meeting. Harvests wrap up as barley and wheat finish and a heat wave breaks with rain.
Judge John Rice heard cases including John Calvin Derflinger of Marlboro R driving under influence with 100 dollars and costs and 30 days suspended. Charles Robert Hess 218 S Braddock Street fined 14 dollars 25 cents for speeding. Lewis Edward Cain of Winchester cited for reckless driving with 14 dollars 25 cents fine.
Clark Rayburn leads Forlorn Valley riders in a dawn raid against Alessandro's forces after learning from Singin Sam and Ives that Chip Halliday is in danger. Hope joins the expedition as the group gathers at dawn to press toward Alessandro's ranch and rescue Chip.
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