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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1951
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star presents advertising and subscription rate information for the paper. Details include terms for display and classified ads, pricing, and mailing options for local and surrounding areas.
The piece warns Louisville residents about chigger bites and shares home remedies. It humorously notes its own familiarity with the pests and cites yellow soap suds for immediate relief, petroleum jelly from a druggist, calomine for military care, and yellow sulfur as a preventive aid.
Eddie Dworchek, an 11 year old, hitchhiked 10 miles to Valley Forge Army Hospital to read to blind patients. The commanding officer enlisted him after hearing him read. His two biographies Lew Gehrig and Joe DiMaggio underscored the boy’s connection to ordinary acts of goodwill and curiosity about life.
Bluefield proudly calls itself the air conditioned city as its chamber of commerce offers free lemonade on hot days. The stunt has drawn six free samples so far this summer and proves worth the cost through sustained publicity and local civic spirit.
Belle Fourche columnist profiles Pete Rosander who created brahmalo cattle by crossing buffalo bulls with brahma cows. The herd of 13 fur-bearing brahmalos grows despite early skepticism, with Rosander seeking faster growing meat and winter hardiness while scientists increasingly consult him.
The piece notes President Truman’s waning enthusiasm for Eisenhower as a Democratic candidate. It reports Eisenhower’s potential Republican bid backed by Darby Duff and Dewey, and mentions Farley and Barkley’s roles, plus party boss influence and possible Taft nomination. The article also discusses Truman’s strategy to avoid boosting Ike and the behind the scenes orchestrations within the party.
A correction notes that the line about everyone talking about the weather but no one doing anything about it was not Mark Twain's. It credits author Charles Dudley Warner, who published the remark in the Hartford Courant in 1890.
Mr. and Mrs. James Brannon return home on Dunlap Street after a trip to Parfield Washington. Mrs. E Miller Street North Braddock Street hosts guest Mrs R E Lee of Gettysburg Pa. Miss Barbara Bond daughter of Mr and Mrs Allen Bond leaves for New York City after accepting a job.
Robert Burner 27 of near Berryville was killed instantly when struck by an automobile on Route 7. Gus Kaknis hosted a dinner for Capitol Restaurant softball team members including Beverley Lamb Howard Hart Jr Alson Smith Bud Barry Arthur Swisher Boyd Grim Andy Lake Hink Lewis Adrian LaRue George Garber Donald Garber Johnny Stevens Howard Hart Sr Johnny Kaknis and Dick Hart.
A notice recalls the Stotlers trip to the West Coast ten years ago. It records a great great grandson of Charles Broadway Rouss born at Memorial Hospital to Mr and Mrs Richmond dePayster Talbot who lived in Front Royal, with Mrs Talbot's mother a daughter of Peter Winchester Rouss.
Mrs L Jamison who had undergone surgery at Memorial Hospital was reported to be improved. F Dick Good a member of the County Board of Supervisors died at the home of M L Lockhart Fairmont Avenue after an illness of some weeks. Miss Louise Hollis a stenographer in the law office of Robert T Barton was taking her annual vacation.
A committee was formed by A. C. Slonaker W. A. Baker Luther Pannett W. E Cooper W L. Fultz and H. C. Stouffer to ensure the Winchester Wardensville Railroad plan did not fail.
The article explains rheumatic fever damages the heart and valves, notes diagnosis is hard especially in children, and lists signs such as joint pains fever and fatigue. It covers prevention after onset, care duration, and treatments including salicylates penicillin bed rest and newer drugs ACTH and cortisone.
Edith Williams testifies in a suit over comedian W. C. Fields estate claiming a widow’s share. The Chicago visually impaired woman says she escaped an orphanage laundry truck in 1893 and, posing as a relative, married Fields in New York City before being blinded in an accident. Fields died 1946 leaving a multi‑million estate.
Question and answer discuss how wound healing varies with age. It cites that a 40 year old heals about half as fast as a 20 year old, and a 10 year old heals five times faster than a 60 year old.
Past 24 hours ending 7 am shows none. July rainfall to date 2.29 inches. 1941 rainfall to date 37.23 inches. Average over 38 years 36.73 inches. Monthly averages: Jan 2.48, Feb 1.95, Mar 2.86, Apr 3.09, May 3.83, Jun 3.91, Jul 3.84, Aug 3.00, Sep 3.66, Oct 3.48, Nov 3.53, Dec 3.46.
A visiting financier criticizes tax borrow-and-spend policy as the same charge once leveled at Marriner Eccles and others. The Federal Reserve spokesman notes Eccles and Chairman Martin faced pressure from the administration, yet emphasizes resignations were not due to coercion.
This item presents a 100 question daily quiz format over ten days with scoring bands from Memory Genius to Good. It then asks trivia questions: a Belmont Stakes winner owned by C V Whitney, Asuncion capital, Q E D meaning, Pocahontas spouse, and the Five Civilized Tribes.
The questions cover Amerindian term pronunciation corps, Father of the Year by the National Father's Day Committee for Senate Crime Investigating Committee leadership, the Ferris wheel designer George W. G. Ferris, sunbeam travel times of eight to twenty eight minutes, and a grammar correction for this phenomena.
The variation in darkness is due to differences in tin alloy composition and impurities. Metalworkers note that varying mixtures produce darker or lighter surfaces, affecting patina and finish over time.
The remark notes Oakland California as the largest American city with only one daily newspaper after the Post Inquirer ceased publication last September.
The question asks when Soviet Russia declared war on Japan in World War II, with an answer indicating August 8, 1945, six days before Japan's surrender.
Bart confronts Gilpin over Rick Staples murder suspicions while Tonto resumes control at the Slash 8 ranch. Frick's grudging return and Lois memories hint at deeper tensions as the operation regains order and the path to justice remains unclear.
Advice urges keeping drinking water cool and fresh for pets during summer. Recommend storing water in a cool place and restocking regularly to prevent dehydration and heat stress.
A discussion on why true classics outlast modern writings. Classics reveal deep insights into life and human nature, showing the real problems and offering remedies. Some works are harsh or sordid, yet many elevate readers and endure across generations.
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