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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1947
Page
4
Republicans favor a recess rather than adjournment to keep Congress available for instant service in case of domestic or foreign crises. The plan ties congressional authority to recall, balancing presidential leadership with legislative responsibility for national welfare.
The piece argues Moscow refused to provide evidence for its Hungary coup claim, calling it a typical communist tactic of coerced confessions and executions. It urges the United States to demand transparency, asserting the Soviet action betrays international obligations and fuels European instability.
President Truman’s choice of former Nebraska Governor Griswold to head the Greek aid program draws tepid GOP reaction. Senators Taft and Milliken call it “all right,” while Nebraska’s Democratic chair warns of resignation. Republicans fear failure and possible blame if the program misfires.
Bernard M. Baruch urged hard work and high production to defend civilization and avoid inflation and loss of freedom. He warned against strikes, layoffs, and government overreach, insisting that freedom must be earned and defended or face economic and political upheaval.
A Richmond dispatch says Virginia ABC Board expects a moonshine revival as scarcity ends. It notes federal tax and rising costs fuel illegal trade. warns illicit competition could erode ABC revenue and undermine its purpose to control liquor sales.
Dr. R. O Bryant superintendent announces the Winchester district of the Methodist church has subscribed $112,453 to the Crusade for Christ.
In 1942 Bishop Tucker arrives in the city for a confirmation service at Christ Episcopal Church and stays with Mrs. B. M. Roszel. Ed Seal, armed with a radio electric metal finder, suspects no trail to Civil War gold coins rumored to be hidden nearby. Recent discoveries include Yankee equipment and a bone handled knife engraved with initials J. H.
Ten years ago in 1937 special Flag Day services were held at Grace Lutheran Church with dignitaries present. Three flags were presented the American flag by Roy and the Girl Scouts the church flag in memory of a son by Mr and Mrs Homer Harlee and the state flag by Senator Harry F Byrd.
An exhortation on controlling hatred and sarcasm, urging love over bitterness. The piece cites Tennyson on hating hate and praises those who choose to speak well of others as “bright angels of light” in the world’s hope.
Promotes a compact dictionary and word supplements with 25 cent coupon. Includes the Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau address in Washington and a note on the replacement of Irish Free State by Eire in official usage.
A reader quiz lists seven questions including Preakness winner options, Africa’s longest river, silkworm diet, Truman’s Mother's Day visit, Sultan of Swat, buffalo nickel circulation, and New Mexico capital plus tax facts for Congress members. It also asks about two christened presidents and vicuna. Copra uses oil for candles and soap.
In various African communities the iron smelting process is linked to a religious ceremony. Experts note ritual practices accompany furnace work, prayers, and offerings believed to ensure successful metal production and community well being.
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