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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1951
Page
2
AP reports across 39 states used car trade-in allowances have fallen sharply as buyers expect new model shortages. Discounts on new cars disappear while tooling delays push back 1952 models, prompting many to sell now if they need a replacement.
In Munsan Korea reporters debate the halt on armistice discussions over press representation. Bert Andrews says it opens two way cease fire talks while Hal Foust condemns the move as trivial. May Craigs cites Communist use of the issue and many hope the breakdown is temporary as negotiations may resume with a bargaining meeting.
Washington reports Senator Bradley expressed optimism that a settlement of the Korean War may be reached through negotiations with the Communists. He indicated progress in talks and expected a possible breakthrough soon.
Estate sale at two miles south of Opequon on Cedar Creek road listing livestock machinery and household goods. Also notes a June 30 sale at 11 30 a m DST by R Johnston Bittner Waynesboro Pa featuring farm machinery.
A description of film industry screen tests at 20th Century Fox shows the costly, rapid process that screens hopefuls like Betty Grable Linda Darnell and Jeanne Crain. The setup includes a mini studio with costumes props and a crew of technicians while actors face rehearsals and scrutiny in search of stardom.
In Avril New Mexico Tonto Riley arrives in a cow town and seeks lodging and food. He interactions reveal his wary stance with Al Hibbs at the livery and Mayme the cook runs the cafe, sizing up the traveler while a mysterious tall girl observes.
In Avrillo Tonto Riley contemplates a mysterious note from Owen Bradley while a green eyed woman near him exudes tempered intrigue. The stranger warns Avrillo’s rough reputation and leaves Riley wary of further encounters as he prepares for Bradley’s possible proposition.
The Clarke Circuit Court convened for the July term with Judge Elliott Marshall sentencing Emmett Estep to six months in jail plus a $25 fine and costs after a guilty plea to assault and battery against Carlton Tomblin. Kenneth Leighton’s two year suspended term for forgery was withdrawn after probation violation.
The excerpt notes that agents recruit many people and that the test department maintains running in jokes. When a scene ends with two performers kissing, the director does not shout cut and instead leaves them until one asks how long the kiss lasts.
A Senate Banking subcommittee voted 4 to 1 to refer to the full committee a critical analysis of about 62 million dollars in RFC loans to the Kaiser-Frazer Corp. Senator Capehart opposed singling out Detroit's auto firm for special treatment and urged broader reporting. He also threatened to oppose the final report unless substantial revisions are made.
Police Judge John W. Rice heard cases this morning. Jake Miller of 1100 Orchard Avenue was fined ten dollars for a drunken charge plus costs. John Fenner of 218 South Brad dock Street also faced a ten dollar fine for drunken behavior plus costs.
Virginia firms hold 17 government contracts for cigarettes and tobacco totaling 3.7 million dollars. The Liggett and Myers Tobacco Company leads with eight contracts worth over two million, Phillip Morris with seven contracts over one million, and the American Tobacco Company has two contracts totaling more than 566 thousand. All are joint contracts with out-of-state plants.
Police report two-car collision on South Loudoun Street causing $200 in damage. Drivers identified as Henry F. Hughes, 24, of Glaize Avenue in a 1940 Ford coupe and Ralph W Lamp of 116 Purcell Avenue in a 1951 Hudson.
Dennis Scott of 733 Chestnut Street Hagerstown Maryland reported his tractor and trailer struck a traffic signal at Water and Brad dock Street. Officer Stottler investigated finding very little damage to the signal. The tractor and trailer are owned by Pony Express Inc. of Hagerstown Maryland.
The State Department announced that the United States, Australia, and New Zealand have reached terms of a defense pact. The announcement signals a formal security alliance among the three nations.
A concise list of quiz answers appears on page 4. Canonization appears first followed by TEMZ and the phrase a pound of cure. Peaches and his Mexican War successes come next. Mohammed in 622 A D is cited as the Hegira. Black Maria and Green finish the sequence with Labour victory by narrow margin and Walt Whitman noted.
Witnesses described the June 9 shooting at Kuhn's beer hall with F B I ballistics confirming a .38 revolver and cartridges. Sheriff DeHaven found the gun, noted the suspect's statements, and testified McCauley died from gunshot wounds. Several witnesses placed no prior fight, while Kuhn's demeanor and intoxication were noted. Jury heard instructions as testimony wrapped up and the case awaited verdict.
The cease fire talks proceed with Allied party control over attendance while journalists face exclusion from the conference area as Admiral Joy and U N officials press for press access. General Nam initially accepted then reversed under top command guidance. Joy had pressed the issue multiple times amid war conditions and an unfinished agenda.
Admiral Joy announced General Ridgway's statement that 20 press representatives would become an integral part of the United Nations command delegation starting Thursday. The move aims to grant media access and include press voices in high level discussions during the crisis.
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