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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1949
Page
4
The article notes 320000 college graduates in 1949 will struggle to find jobs as unemployment nears 3.0 million. High school diplomas total 1.2 million with scarce openings, while shortages persist in teaching and health fields. Some colleges report fewer offers, though Yale and Ohio State cite steady employer presence.
A Bureau of Labor Statistics report lists 288 occupations with strong openings from doctors to filling station attendants. It notes good prospects for teachers, dentists, nurses, veterinarians, librarians, secretaries, and carpenters, while some fields like beauty operators and auto mechanics show slim chances. Many graduates plan further study under GI benefits to improve employment prospects.
Editorial from the Conrad Hoover American Legion Post questions the inactivity of the Winchester Frederick County War Memorial committee. It urges action on memorial options beyond a single building and proposes presenting multiple memorial ideas to the public via referendum while noting funds are not in dispute.
Senator Battle urged opponents Horace Edwards and F. P. Miller to define their positions on Virginia labor laws, praising their protection for workers and the public, while accusing Col. Miller of union backing and possible repeal aims. The broader issue centers on right to work, public utilities takeovers, and picket line limits.
A Cincinnati Enquirer reflection argues the average person feels unsure how to handle current world conditions and fears growing jitters. The piece notes widespread doubt and concerns about guidance in uncertain times.
In a 2-4 defeat to Staunton, Davie Pence took the loss as the Legion baseball team faltered on the mound. Three local fire companies marched in the Luray fete parade, highlighting community pageantry.
Reported five years later in 1944 Brumbaugh pitched the Winchester park team to a 6-2 victory over Williamsport. The account notes Americans greeted returning troops with kisses and flowers as they overcame lingering Nazi forces in Rome.
Ten years ago in 1929 the Statue of Will Rovers was unveiled in the Capitol rotunda between Washington and Hamilton. The Lions elected Bryan Stotler president. Thelma Maury wed Charles Clowser at Stotlers Cross Roads.
Judge Whiting sentences three youths to one year in penitentiary for robbing Stephens City garage, citing youth and first offense. On the Banks Of The Wabash shows at Colonial.
In 1899 the free mail service begun six months earlier in Winchester shows rapid improvement. The article notes Winchester youngsters leaving the residence of J. B. Beverly on an Opequon hayride.
Hal Boyle argues that true security cannot be found in money or steady jobs. He contrasts the old American ideal of opportunity with a modern craving for guaranteed paths, citing a Fortune survey showing graduates preferring stable corporate careers over entrepreneurship. He urges individual growth and faith as the lasting security, noting life’s fragility and the need for inner peace.
A reflection on ethics and religion arguing morality stems from religious influence. The author asserts agnostics and atheists inherit moral ideals from believing ancestors or mentors and that true morality originates in faith even if not practiced by the individual.
Residents are urged to have vehicles inspected promptly as the program must gain official approval by June 15. Officials emphasize complying now will ensure continued eligibility and avoid enforcement actions.
The article outlines two main headache causes: head injuries and psychological disturbances. It cites Dr. Arnold P. Friedman's studies noting trauma can trigger prolonged pain and psychological headaches arise with mental strain. Treatments varied from analgesics to vitamins and psychiatric measures, with best results from pain-relieving drugs and patient confidence.
A condensed quiz list presents ten questions on WWII history tongue twisters grammar geography and presidents. Items include Livadia conference who met there and the author of The Song of Bernadette along with questions on Puerto Rico border color perception railway regulation bread leavening and presidential marriages while in office.
The University of Paris led abroad in 1948 with 48 998 students, making it the largest higher education institution outside the country.
Frederick circuit court approved a compromise settlement of 1031 in the suit of David Mc Donald and his father Albert Mc Donald against William M Simons of Lancaster Pa. Young McDonald suffered a broken leg and other injuries when struck by the car on R 11 near Kernstown school. The amount covers hospital and medical fees plus 1031. Joseph Massie Jr. represented the McDonalds and earned a 250 attorney fee approved by the court.
In a frontier saga from Deer Lodge Prison escape to Forlorn Valley power, Seton Alessandro plots executions to silence blackmail and control. Colorado Jack Ives resists orders while Sam McAllister and Ute Kincade face a looming lynching as tensions rise.
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