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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1957
Page
6
A July 12, 1957 Winchester Evening Star feature recalls David defending his sheep from wolves and bears at great personal risk. The story highlights faith and courage with the line My cup runneth over.
A crisis for the American Red Cross after Hurri cane Audrey threatens vast rehabilitation costs. Officials warn that volunteer giving may fall short, risking federal aid and statism. About 22 000 families will need help and 3 000 long term relief. local drives only. Marquis Childs notes Hungary relief drew strength from daily news while Audrey fades from headlines.
A Supreme Court decision sparks Senate Judiciary action on safeguarding FBI files. A district judge split on whether law files must be turned over to the defense or only submitted for examination, amid confusion over the rights of defendants to access witness statements.
The Washington Evening Star reports that Democrats backed the Byrd mass resistance line in Virginia. Alexandria's James M. Thomas defeated Albert A. Smoot, signaling voter stance on school integration. Attorney General Almond won easily over Howard Carwile, setting for a heated gubernatorial campaign with Caton opposing Almond and Smoot-aligned pupil placement ideas.
Congress acts after an ambiguous Supreme Court ruling. The Senate Judiciary Committee approved a bill to let defense attorneys examine statements made by government witnesses after direct examination. A judge would decide relevance and what materials to share, balancing defendants rights with prosecution needs.
A digest of notable editorials selected from the forty papers arriving at the office. Opinions span policy, leadership, and public interest issues, offering concise summaries of each paper's stance and key arguments.
HAL BOYLE reports in Maryville Tennessee on Charlie and Kenneth Coulter, florist brothers, who have logged over 10000 miles chasing antique Ford models. Their collection includes seven Model Ts and three Model As plus a 1948 Lincoln, with a goal to restore an open air version of every Ford Model T made 1908 to 1927. A restored 1969 model bought for 950 illustrates hobby value over profit. The piece notes the emotional stories behind cars, including a 1927 car tied to a farmer’s late daughter.
A medical column urges vitamin and mineral supplements to fill dietary gaps. It explains which foods provide vitamin A B vitamins and vitamin C, and notes the need for about 2,500 calories daily to avoid deficiency. The piece promotes consulting a doctor about supplements and includes a Q A on menstruation and pregnancy risk.
Jace Sterling quotes a humorous exchange about fear at a dance. An Arny brat questions his father on past remarks about a girl being too skinny. The response notes the girl is mobilized and has reinforced her physique for the year.
From the Files of the Star recalling five years ago in 1952 Ella May Triplett daughter of Mr and Mrs Anne Triplett Gore won an all expense paid trip to Havana Cuba for her success in a 60 day Spring Parade of Values contest by Crosley appliances. The prize was shared among three persons in a four state area with Harry Burkholder region Bayliss Patterson also noted.
A college student died in a community accident, described as a very great age in life though young in years. The piece ponders earthly measures versus the unseen, noting the student lived a full, meaningful life that impacted others and glorified God.
A reader questions scoring for a 109 item daily IQ test with categories Memory Genius Very Superior Excellent Good. They list sample items including colonies at Ashley and Cooper rivers Charles Town now Charleston and questions on Gilbert and Sullivan H M S Pinafore, Apocalypse meaning, WWII foil drops, US presidents, Belfast capital, rods to feet, fait accompli, etc. The section ends with Omar Khayyam and a riddle about a game.
Fragmentary notes repeat warnings about cool drinking water for pets and birds, followed by a garbled claim that Panama hats are not from Panama. The text misnames countries and origins, suggesting Ecuador as a source of straw. It mentions pet care and hat origins without clear context or a cohesive report.
Dr. Crane urges husbands to praise wives and children to curb loneliness and improve marriages. Clyde, an introvert chemist, tries the Compliment Club to change his daily life and outlook. The plan trains attention to people and encourages three genuine compliments daily for 30 days.
President Eisenhower’s public remarks on budget disarmament and civil rights have caused confusion among lawmakers. Rep. Emanuel Celler accused the administration of wavering on civil rights while Southern critics called the bill devious. Russell and other aides signaled potential changes, with Eisenhower reportedly reading the measure and finding unclear parts.
Leesburg Va Dorothy W McDonald 35 year old Waterford businesswoman and housewife chosen by Loudoun County GOP to face Democrat Lucas D Phillips for the House of Delegates. She owns Millvale Prep School in Waterford and previously taught at University of Maryland. Native of Baltimore active in local GOP since moving five years ago. Husband William J McDonald on Air Force Times staff. they have a 13 year old daughter.
A Bisbee Arizona couple reported their missing parakeet to the Bisbee Daily Review. The bird was identified by its distinctive voice and habit of perching on shoulders while saying Vive la France To help with the Russians.
The inquiry notes three vessels: the first Mississippi was a 1692 ton paddlewheel warship, Perry’s flag ship in the Mexican War, destroyed at Port Hudson in March 1863. The second Mississippi was a 13000 ton battleship launched in 1905 and commissioned in 1908, later sold to Greece in 1914. The third, commissioned December 8, 1917, was the second battleship of that name, not the first.
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