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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1958
Page
13
U S Marines in Beirut report a calm theater with little combat. Soldiers, bored yet vigilant, note civilians mingling, children trailing Marines, and pockets of routine amid an uncertain mission. Pay delays rumored but not confirmed, discipline remains high as crews monitor streets.
The White House said the United States Britain and France began a draft reply to Khrushchevs emergency summit proposal. The draft would reject an immediate meeting outside the United Nations and keep Middle East diplomacy within the UN Security Council. It argues Khrushchevs charge about Western troops and proposes a possible UN Security Council high level meeting.
The piece notes Jordan facing internal strain as aid dwindles and oil reliance grows. It describes U.S. and British diplomacy, the Iraqi revolt, and fears of broader regional blowback. Britain weighs Kuwait and Saudi Arabia as potential next targets while oil security remains pivotal.
Eleven indictments involving twenty persons were under review by a Frederick County Circuit Court grand jury. Principal charges include robbery shooting breaking and entering grand larceny and transporting illegal alcohol with firearms. Foreman Early S Clark led the panel with L Gordon Arme Marian W Bell R Lee Barney and Clyde Williams among others.
Washington suggests a five power dialogue with no immediate conference. Officials anticipate Security Council talks with heads of state or foreign ministers. In London, Macmillan backs a summit after Western consultations. UK queues Kuwait stability amid Middle East oil concerns as Lebanon patrols extend.
Virginia estimates its 1955 commercial apple harvest at 10.7 million bushels, up from last year’s 8.1 million. Growth, despite some dry pockets, benefited from excellent growing conditions and frequent rain, with Frederick and Clarke counties contributing about 28 percent of the state total.
The Stephens City Cannery remains open on Wednesdays as scheduled while the water system work continues. Fleet News reports two area men, Emic Van C. Nicholson and James R. Milburn Jr., are in Lebanon with U S troops. Marine Cpl. Charles T. Grimes is also listed. Weather contrast with last year noted. today’s high 68 with clouds and showers this afternoon and tomorrow. cooler week ahead, average temperatures below normal.
The government announced a deficit of 2.813 billion dollars for the fiscal year ending June 30, with receipts at 69.1 billion and outlays at 71.9 billion. Officials cited recession impacts and increased defense and farm programs as key factors. A deficit of 10.42 billion is projected for the new year.
Clarke County high schools will require 18 Carnegie credits for graduation next year, up from 16. Two years of physical education will yield one credit each year, with options for four PE years or two plus electives. Eighth graders may apply to enter Algebra I after review of abilities and records.
U S officials avoided confirming if Marines in Lebanon carry atomic warheads while stating all combat units possess atomic capability. Aimed at deterring rebels, the move follows added American troops and heavy artillery arriving in Beirut as Nasser and Khrushchev weigh regional diplomacy.
Cars blocked the Dixie drive-in gates in Wetaulka Alabama as protesters from a White Citizens Council halted patrons for the Sunday night screening of Island in the Sun. A power line was cut, shots were fired into the air, and owner Max Singleton fled with his wife amid pursuit. deputies reported no crowd outside after.
Winchester hosts a three day shopping event with fifty two merchants offering sacrifice prices on items from aspirin to automobiles. Free metered parking, city bus service, and Palmera & Merchants Bank lot use accompany prizes and a special Advertising Edition promising big deals and extra help for crowds.
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