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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1964
Page
2
Mrs. Julian Watson receives notice of the death of her brother in law L M Harris of Richmond husband of Linda Kremer of Winchester Surviving sons Richard N Harris and Dr L Martin Harris both of Richmond Funeral arrangements are in progress
In a regional survey Virginia delegates discussed likely nominees. Names voiced included Stevenson and McNamara with Southern balance a key factor. Kennedy and Humphrey appeared as less favored options among several delegates.
Bolivia said it would respect the majority decision and Uruguay was expected to follow. Chile might join if a Social Christian government wins in September elections. Castro regime was condemned for censorship and aggression. a warning suggested OAS members could use armed force against Cuba if actions continue.
Dr. Thomas H. Carroll 49 president of George Washington University died in Bluemont Virginia after an apparent heart attack while vacationing with his wife. He had a heart attack days earlier and was stricken again early May 1961. he previously served as Ford Foundation vice president.
Judge Marshall weighs motions to quash the indictment and free Otho Howard on bond. Defense argues improper magistrate handling and illegal detainment. prosecution seeks time to review. Character witnesses, including Lyn Gravatt, bolster claims of Howard’s stable farm duties and long-time employment.
A rock slide described as a cloud of rocks killed two teenage girls and injured three others in a Mt Rainier National Park hike. The group of 19 was eight miles above Longmire near Nisqually Glacier. Names: Elise Starr and Janet Leettola.
Washington reports the Community Relations Service will refuse to disclose details of cases. A Louisiana school integration matter in St. Helena Parish is the only case referred by a federal judge. CRS director LeRoy Collins says information in racial disputes will stay confidential and judge decides if recommendations are public.
Police contend with a dawn to dusk curfew amid widespread defiance in Negro neighborhoods. Looting fills the jail property room as guards rush in. officials suspend liquor gun and ammo sales and mobilize forces after clashes on Jefferson and Joseph Avenues.
USDA cattle receipts show 35 percent slaughter steers and heifers 55 percent cows with bulls making up the remainder. Slaughter steers 900 to 1200 pounds bring 23.50 to 24.50 and up to 24.75 for select prime. heifers 700 to 900 pounds 20.50 to 22.00. cows 13.25 to 15.00 for utility and commercial. bulls 17.00 to 18.50. hogs receipts 1100 with barrows and gilts steady near week’s close and sows steady. barrows and gilts 190 to 230 pounds 18.75 to 18.85.
Civil rights leaders blame long conflicts for intensified rioting in Rochester. Authorities cite ta lity rumors amid school integration protests. A helicopter crash killed pilot James Docharty and two residents. four state troopers were burned while rescuing others. Judson Bryan of Wayland was struck by an automobile during the riot.
Cheryl Crawford notes Blues for Mister Charlie sells lower priced seats first and about 300 tickets weekly are bought in advance. The play, about racial violence in a Southern town, draws an audience about 85 percent Negroes due to Harlem promotion.
Fair and warm conditions across Virginia with a low around 65 to 68 tonight and a high near 88 to 90 Tuesday. Outlook calls for variable cloudiness and warm humid weather with scattered afternoon thundershowers on Wednesday. Rainfall today shows none with July total 2.76 and 1964 year-to-date 19.47.
William Berry of Winchester was named chaplain of the 567th Anti Aircraft battalion Association at its 115th reunion in Roanoke. Roy W. Cook of Bluefield West Virginia was elected president, with Jack T. Geary Roanoke as vice president John W. Paxton Staunton as secretary and Floyd G. Shelton Williamsburg as executive secretary.
The giraffe shares seven neck bones with cows and mice, despite having the longest necks among modern mammals. This anatomical fact highlights surprising vertebral similarities across species.
Stocks show early gains in blue chips and selected issues amid moderate trading. Control Data rises 2 percent on news of a 3 for 2 stock split proposal, while Lockheed edges up on jet reconnaissance reports and other leaders move fractions.
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