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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1947
Page
4
A religious quotation from Matthew chapter 6 is featured in the 1947 June 6 edition. The text reflects on lilies of the field and Solomon’s glory, contrasting toil with divine provisioning for readers.
The Handley High School 1947 graduating class is highlighted as a tonic for American optimism. The piece asserts the future of the country rests on graduates across 48 states and 4,000 counties and cities, praising the women and men of Handley for their appearance, interests, and friendliness.
The piece argues Africa could become the political and economic hub of Britain. It cites a royal visit to African dominions, wartime logistics plans to project forces across Africa, and the continent’s vast, partly unknown resources as key factors shaping a potential global shift.
Clifford J. Fletcher, New York state motor vehicles commissioner, told Jamestown car dealers that the automobile is essential to life but demands safer roads. He warned drivers may pay a frightful price in blood unless roads are improved and wartime neglect repaired across New York to reduce accident hazards.
The article argues drivers can reduce deaths and injuries by adjusting speed to road conditions and driving carefully. It notes improvements in highways would require vast funding, otherwise motorists must rely on cautious driving to avoid harm.
The Richmond News Leader argues the Senate conference report on the 1947 income tax cut will likely be vetoed by President Truman. It notes a strong override effort in the House and urges a clear veto message stressing government economy, tax policy, and reductions in excess federal spending to gain public support. It uses an analogy of Uncle Sam as a merchant facing medical costs and urges pledges to dismiss surplus workers and curb spending.
Mrs. Mai Faulkner Fuller dies at age 78. F. L. Largent Jr. serves as orator at the annual Memorial Day exercises.
In 1942 George W. Dellinger, aged 97 and the last Frederick County Confederate veteran, attended memorial exercises at Stonewall cemetery. He rode in a parade behind an honorary escort of Handley Band, Handley cadet corps and Company 115 VPF. Col. William Couper of VMI, introduced by State Senator Burr P. Harrison, delivered the memorial address.
In a 1937 observance at Stonewall cemetery Daniel F. Miller 99 the sole Confederate veteran present recalled old comrades while Mayor W. W. Glass delivered the principal address Miller served in the Stonewall Brigade under Col. Fred William Holiday and spoke alongside visitors George W. Dellinger in South Carolina.
In 1922 a large crowd attended Confederate memorial exercises led by marshals W Spottwood White John W Larrick and Fred Yeakley. A three division parade wound through crowded streets to the cemetery where 3000 graves were decorated with flowers and flags. Participants included Citizens Band Winchester Legion Gen Turner Ashby Camp Confederate veterans Handley cadets Shenandoah Valley cadets Greenspring band United Daughters of the Confederacy and Legion auxiliary among others.
In Frederick county Greenspring residents debate killing a large blacksnake found in a corncrib. James Brill cornered the reptile after Walter Saville found it. Proponents say it preys on mice and rats and could threaten poultry. opponents argue it should stay to help control pests.
A church installs a 500 pound carillon tuned to C in a major city. A mother hopes the bell helps her son return from estrangement by hearing home’s call through newspapers or radio. The piece compares bells from the Bible preaching to memories and adversity, guiding toward joy in the Father’s love.
The French Line formed in 1855 and operated 75 sailing ships, many used in cod fishing off Newfoundland banks. Tularemia is an infectious disease in humans found in rabbits and squirrels.
The agricultural extension service urges farmers to curb haying accidents with precautions. Check equipment for defects before starting, guard hay chutes, and ensure safety guards on moving gear. Avoid falls from racks and mows, never dismount while operating, carry pitchforks properly, and store well cured hay to prevent heating and ignition. Monitor newly stored hay for weeks for signs of heating.
Britain’s bookmakers hedged today over the odds on favorite Tudor Minstrel to win tomorrow’s Epsom Derby at the Downs in England. Tudor Minstrel stood at 5 to 6 with 15 probable starters remaining. Soyajirao of Baroda was second favorite at 6 to 1.
Reader challenge asks seven questions on a page two answers quiz. Items cover economics language theater literature psychology and constitutional detail. The survey includes topics from monetary units to Arc tic exercises and O neill plays.
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