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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1950
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star lists advertising and subscription rates for local and out of state customers. Rates include yearly six month and monthly options, with separate carrier and mail prices, plus postage and office submission guidelines.
Writings praise master craftsmanship as the path to noble living. The potters lived in the king’s service, balancing upkeep of daily wares with royal work and distinction.
Senator Fulbright exposes RFC waste in a Chrysler of loans to Henry Kaiser interests code named projects Lustron and Ribbonwriter. The Kaiser loan accounts for about 30 percent of RFC assets, Lustron saw 30 million lost, and Ribbonwriter collapsed after 60 days with a Florida sheriff linked to President Truman. The critique calls for cleansing and reform of RFC policies and practices.
The Washington Post notes a shift toward conservatism in Florida results and California votes. The article’s appraisal is echoed, with a hope that this trend grows stronger.
Dr. Robert H. Tucker ends a half century in education at Washington and Lee University. He shaped thousands of minds and built character, earning deep affection from colleagues and students alike as he concludes a storied teaching career.
The newspaper honors Robert H. Tucker on his retirement from academic pursuits. He is noted for his leadership as first chairman of the State Industrial Commission, first chairman of the State Commission on County Government, and first chairman of the Committee on Taxation of the Virginia State Chamber of Commerce, among other roles.
The piece argues the Reconstruction Finance Corp must resist easy credit to small firms and warns about loss of independence. It cites Lustron Corp loans, White House influence, and calls for the agency’s liquidation or even a “decent burial” as it critiques reliance on government lending to spur private enterprise.
South End Fire Co selects two toned blue uniforms for parade use. Birth announced for Mr. and Mrs. Robert Deavers of 224 Braddock St. a girl. Mrs. Weavers formerly Ellen Brumback. Lucille Weaver earns BA in distributive education at Richmond Professional Institute William and Mary College. Edgar Ridgeway, son of Mrs Frances L. Ridgeway, enlists in Navy and to Bainbridge for training. Mrs A M Fowler notes apple tree blooming twice in a year on Sensency Rd. Louise Stoyer returns from Lexington after attending final dances at WMU. News from the war fronts and a 25th wedding anniversary for Rev. and Mrs FE B Smith in Frederick County.
Crisman Hockman and Otis Sargent received athletic prizes at Handley graduation. Tom Kremer won best drilled cadet in Co. A and Howard Shockey earned the American Legion medal for character and scholarship. Wyatt Richards of Oppequon earned a B S degree from VPI.
Pastor Rev. Reb announced annual Memorial and Homecoming events for Timber Ridge Christian Church. Details on date events and participation were outlined for congregants.
Misses Mary Baker Bessie Cooper Katie Haddox Mary Stephenson and Belle Harris were graduated from the Episcopal Female Institute here. Joe Funkhouser reported losing 15 sheep in recent weeks to wild dog packs.
The Senate Subcommittee investigates unemployment in coal oil railroads and related fields as heavy imports from South America and the Middle East are blamed for job losses. John L. Lewis and fossil-fuel interests clash with Truman administration figures and supporters of reciprocal trade.
A reader notes that hoarseness after colds or flu can signal acute laryngitis or serious causes. Persistent voice loss beyond weeks may indicate tuberculosis, syphilis, or laryngeal tumors. Examination includes laryngoscope, laryngeal X-ray, and blood tests. treatment varies by cause.
Report covers 48 hour rainfall ending 7 am today with June total 0.59 inches and year to date 1.59 inches. 1950 year-to-date 16.84 inches. 37 year average 36.56 inches. Monthly averages 1912-1949 listed by month led by Aug 3.93 and Sep 2.58. courtesy Winchester Research.
R J Scott notes Democrats growling yet concede that Bob is right this time about a political issue on their doorstep. The column reflects on partisan tensions and public disagreement with a sharp, period voice.
Quiz notes present ten daily scores with bands from Memory Genius to Good. Questions cover world politics religion cardinals and metals. The page asks ten sample questions on topics from The Big Three to gold content rules.
George Culbert celebrates a deal at the Colonial Inn while Marilyn Streeter seeks an escape with him. After a dangerous evening of plotting and a fall, Marilyn is aided by a mill worker as tensions mount among valley workers who vow to confront the manager over the dam project.
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