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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1959

Page

6

Miss Smith to Wed Mr Camper in August

Miss Linda Yvonne Smith and James Theodore Camper announce their engagement. Linda is a Bridgewater College graduate in music education and has taught in Har County Maryland. James is a Virginia Tech VPI graduate in mess administration and is employed by Reeves Brothers in Buena Vista. The wedding is set for August 8.

E. F. Smith Linda Yvonne James Theodore Camper T. M. Camper Lexington Miss Smith Bridgewater College Har- County Maryland J. Camper V.P.I Reeves Brothers Buena Vista

Wedding Plans for Miss Jane Barry and Dr. J. H. Stewart Jr

Plans announced for the June 13 wedding of Miss Jane Barry daughter of Mr and Mrs W Ford Barry Handley Blvd and Dr J H Stewart Jr The ceremony will be at First Presbyterian Church followed by a reception at Winchester Golf Club. Matron of honor is Mrs A J Ellis Jr Ushers include Lt Col A J Ritchey Dr W B Glen and others.

Jane Barry W. Ford Barry Handley Blvd J. H. Stewart, Jr First Presbyterian Church Winchester Golf Chubr C. A. Hoffman Richmond A. J. Ellis, Jr Ashland

Sempeles Named At District Meet

Lucky Sempeles of this city elected treasurer of Diocese 1 District 2 GOYA at the sixth annual district conference in Bethlehem Pennsylvania over the weekend. He and Mrs. Sempeles were delegates from the Winchester Chapter GOYA. About 150 delegates attended.

Lucky Sempeles Greek Orthodox Youth of America Bethlehem Sempeles Winchester Goya

Calendar of local events and reunions listed

A community calendar lists events including Woodmen of the World gathering, Fraternal Order at Eagles Home, Sarah Zane Fire Co. at the fire hall, Sixth of June cemetery exercises, a June 6 bake sale by Round Hill Methodist Church in front of Grants, the James Wood Class of 1954 reunion at War Memorial Park Martinsburg, and a memorial service at Redland Methodist Church Whitacre.

Woodmen of the Fraternal Order of Bagh Eagles Home Sarah Zane Fire Co Fire Hall Stonewall Cemetery Grant’s Round Hill Methodist Church James Wood War Memorial Park Martinsburg Redland Methodist Church Whitacre

TAC Members Platter Party and Barbecue at Armory

An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting runs 7 30 to 11 p m with a TAC members only platter party and barbecue at the armory.

Alcoholics Anonymous Armory TAC

Students Returning Home For Summer Breaks

Susan Crisman has finished her freshman year at Longwood College and will spend the summer with her parents at 627 S. Loudoun St. Russell Potts Jr. returns from Potomac State College to live with his parents on Route 1. Robert D. Novick completes his sophomore year at the University of Tennessee and comes home for summer. Janet Kay Stanley arrives after completing her sophomore year at Longwood College to stay with her parents. Susan Gore, a Madison College senior, will spend three weeks with her parents at Clearbrook.

Susan Crisman Longwood College John G. Crisman S. Loudoun St Russell Potts, Jr Potomac State College Keyser W. Va H. R. Potts Route 1 Robert D. Novick Abram J. Novick Academy Lane University of Tennessee Janet Kay Stanley Guy Stanley Tennyson Ave Susan Gore Madison College Mrs Claude Gore Clearbrook

Little Mt MYF Dinner At Cedar Grove

The Methodist Youth Fellowship of the Little Mountain Church in Cedar Grove plans a covered dish supper tomorrow starting at 6 p.m. Members invite attendees to bring a dish to share and enjoy an evening gathering.

Methodist Youth Fellowship of the Little Mountain Church Cedar Grove

Bake Sale Saturday for Greek Orthodox church fund

A bake sale sponsored by the Winchester Chapter Greek Orthodox Youth of America will be held Saturday starting at 9 a.m. in front of McCroy's Store. Homemade European style bread will be featured. Mrs Lawrence Coverstone is sale chairman.

McCroy’s Winchester Chapter Greek Orthodox Youth of America Greek Orthodox Church Building Fund Lawrence Coverstone

Memorial Service Held at Gainesboro Methodist Church

The annual memorial service is set for June 14 at 2 30 p m at Gainesboro Methodist Church. Local residents are invited to attend this peaceful remembrance honoring departed community members.

Gainesboro Methodist Church

Round Hill Methodist Church Vacation Bible School Held

The Round Hill Methodist Church will host Vacation Bible School from June 8 to 12, 9 to 11 30 a m each day. All children aged 2 to 15 in the community are invited. Mrs J E Robinson serves as superintendent of the school.

Round Hill

Hymn Sing Planned at Middle Town Brethren Church

A hymn sing will be held Sunday at 7 30 p m at the Middle Town Brethren Church. The event invites community members to join in singing.

Middletown Brethren Church

Personal Notices Highlight June Weddings and Showers

Miss Leigh Smith guest of honor at a June 13 luncheon shower at Winchester Golf Club. Entertainments for Miss Jane Barry in Richmond include showers and luncheons ahead of her June wedding to Dr. J. H. Stewart Jr. Infant Karen Sue named to MR. AND MRS. ANDREW HOTT. Mrs. John Stribling and three children arriving from Texas. Cmdr Stribling to join in July. Miss Ann Ritter, RN, hospitalized in Winchester Memorial. Louise Place to wed June 28 to Marvin Meyer after a recent pre wedding shower. Multiple lists of hostesses and guests noted for various events and travels.

Leigh Smith Charles Parker Riley Winchester Golf Club Lewis Bimmer Sally Dunn Anna Margaret Smalts Carl McMullan Harry W. Dunn Claude Smalls Richmond Jane Barry J. H. Stewart, Jr Jean Tooley Eleanor Layman John W. Robinson McGuire Veterans Hospitals John W. Stribling Ann Rob Susan Texas John H. Minnigerode Cmdr. Stribling Shirley Carter Stribling Louise Place Marvin Meyer Wesley Chapel Cross Junction Joshua Place E. Glenn Hunter Vermont Crosen Montana Crosen Joyce Crosen LeRoy Kief Ernest Batt Landon Whitacre George Whitacre Purcell Braithwaite Elsie Bo Effie Place Bennie Stotler Lonnie Shenk Charles Mayes Homer Shade Kansas Crosen Shirley Crosen Joseph Maddox Brown Kingree Purcell Dick

Woman Alters Story About Cab Driver in Nassau Incident

Wealthy horse owner Mrs. Braunstein altered her account of a Idlewild to Belmont Park cab ride. She said the driver Harry Selwyn spoke of sex and an outing, then she fled a moving cab and sought help. Police accepted Selwyn’s explanation that the driver offered a sightseeing ride at a special rate and that she paid $15 for a $12.60 fare.

Garden City N.Y Royal Orbit Los Angeles Belmont Park Idlewild Braunstein Harry Selwyn Brooklyn Selwyn

Banquet Monday For Participants In Sears Pig Chain

A banquet for local participants in the Sears Roebuck 4H Pig Chain is set for Monday at the Lee Jackson Restaurant at 6 30 p m. Roy Godsey swine specialist from Virginia Polytechnic Institute will be the principal speaker. Participants include Robert Carpenter James Williams Wayne Phielps Nelson Phelps and Louis Racey. Sponsored locally by John Carr Sears manager.

Sears Roebuck Lee-Jackson Roy Godsey Virginia Polytechnic Institute Robert Carpenter James Williams Wayne Phielps Nelson Phelps Louis Racey John Carr Sears

CBS Signs Caesar To Long Contract

CBS signs Sid Caesar to a long-term exclusive deal to star in one-hour comedy shows with Audrey Meadows starting October 21. The contract covers a series of programs as Caesar continues his television work with the network.

New York Sid Caesar CBS Television Network Audrey Meadows

Births Reported for Graham Fauver Berry Families

Birth announcements list Robert Lynn Graham Jr born to Mr and Mrs Robert Lynn Graham of 45 Race Street. Also a son for Mr and Mrs Leo Brandell Fauver of 236 Shenandoah Avenue with mother Jacquelyn Hewett Files. And a daughter for Mr and Mrs Bill Francis Berry of Route 2 Strasburg with mother Margaret Marie Hughes.

Robert Lynn Graham Race St Robert Lynn, Jr Graham Ivie Lucille Moats Leo Brandell Fauver Shenandoah Ave Market Seton Fauver Jacquelyn Hewett Files Bill Francis Berry Strasburg Berry Margaret Marie Hughes

Rouss Honors Robert Whitten 23 Years Chaplain

The Rev. Robert A. Whitten was honored by the Rouss Fire Company for 23 years as chaplain. About 100 members, wives and guests attended at the fire hall as W. E. Argenbright presided. The program included remarks by C. Douglas Brown and a presentation of a platform rocker.

Robert A. Whitten Rouss Fire Company W. E. Argenbright Forest B. Oglesby Whitten C. Douglas Brown William C. Haines Frank T. McFaden Frank T. McFaden. After Dr. McFaden’s Death the Rev. Clarence Woods Mr. Smith The Christian Church Winchester Smith Brown Edgar Guest Mr. Whitten Eugen Russell Robert Legge Robert Snapp Rodney Keller Philip Hunter John J. Hawse

Norwegian Composer Ole Windingstad Dies at 73 in New York

Ole Windingstad, 73, renowned Norwegian composer and conductor, died Wednesday from a heart attack in Kingston. He came to the United States in 1926 with the Oslo Philharmonic and spent most of his career here.

Kingston, N.Y Ole Windingstad Oslo Philharmonic Unite States

Fire Company Honors Late Holmes C Grim

Stephens City Fire Company unanimously approves a resolution honoring Holmes C Grim a charter member active in the organization He died May 18 the memorial note signed by Thomas Ewing president and secretary

Fire Company Holmes C. Grim Stephens City Stephns City Fire Co Grim the Fire Company Thomas Ewing Fire Com

Middletown VFD Plans Lawn Party in August

Middletown Fire Company discussed a lawn party set for August 14 and 15 at the fire hall. About 15 members attended as Robert E. Legge was welcomed as a new member. They also budgeted for a Donkey Baseball Game June 11 with the Lions Club and planned fundraising for the siren fund reaching 500 dollars.

Middletown Middletown Fire Company Robert E. Legge Flint Hill Lions Club Lions T. A. Sperry John Legge Hollis Coffelt Joe Dick Woody Legge Robert Brumback Ralph Carper Richard Legge

Vidor Directing Liszt Life Film in Vienna

Vidor travels to Vienna to direct a biographical film about Franz Liszt. The filmmaker was born in Budapest Hungary and brings European roots to the project.

Vidor Vienna Franz Liszt Budapest Hungary

Modern Etiquette Q&A on meeting rules and gifts

Roberta Lee answers questions on parliamentary procedure in clubs, obligations for wedding gifts to a widowed father, and proper university title usage. She references Robert's Rules of Order state laws and club statutes as guides, and advises tact and appropriate gifts when needed.

Robert

Lesson in English by W. L. Gordon

An English lesson defines judicial versus judicious usage and contrasts words like dictatorial and autocratic. It promotes vocabulary growth with daily word study and highlights camaraderie as the good will among teammates and comrades.

W. L. Gordon

Repairs and Alterations Drive-In Service Ad

Repair and alteration shop advertises drive in service for parish lane off Boscawen. Customers are invited to use a convenient car friendly setup offering repairs for clothing and fabric items with attention to care.

Boscawen

Charles Vidor Dies At 59 In Hollywood

Charles Vidor a leading film director for three decades died at age 59 from a heart attack in Hollywood. He directed major projects and was a prominent figure in American cinema.

Vienna Austin Charles Vidor Hollywood

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Linda Smith Mr. Camper Lulu Williams Miss Jean Barry Oceanfront 23Rd ST Virginia Beach Little Mt Set Andrew Hott Karen Sue Ann Ritter R.N E. Piccadilly St Winchester Memorial Hospital J. Paul Winston-Salem N. C Mr. Essex Lois Eaton S. Stewart St J. P. Essex Charles DeHaven Gainesbor Carl Lewis de Haven Alma Lee Pyles Richard Abbot T. A. Dale A. D. McHatton Hampton Mary Ann Wise West Point Joyyce Loudoun ST Valley's Sears Pig CBS Caesar James Holstrum Janet Stanley Hamilton Ohio Stephen Lebo Adam Ritter Kernstown George Mills Michelle Hope Mills Peggy Ann Dacke Rouss Robert Whitten Gaunt Norman Alecia Beauty Salon Braddock St Middletown Vfd Roberta Lee Davis Cleaners Cather Timberlake Investment Advisory Service White, Weld & Co New York Stock Exchange John Cussen N. Cameron Street Virginia Philadelphia New Haven Boston Hagerstown Chicago San Francisco Minneapolis Shoecenter Florsheim Cor Loudoun & Boscawen Northern Virginia Power CO Berryville Front Royal
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