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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1958
Page
4
Rate details show yearly and short term options for subscriptions with in advance payment and regional postage adjustments. A Bible verse closes the clipping, Psalm 47:8, noting divinity’s reign over the nations.
The article reflects on Flag Day as a national observance symbolizing unity and the U S federal system. It notes the flag’s stripes recall the 13 colonies and the stars the 48 states, and explains colors’ meanings of Valor Justice and Truth Hope and Purity. It highlights teaching through schools and youth groups and the role of returning servicemen in renewing patriotic sentiment.
The 1957 forest fire toll fell to the smallest acreage destroyed and the fewest fires on record, with 3.5 million acres burned by 83,302 fires. Compared with 1956 counts of 143,000 fires and 6.8 million acres, the improvement is stark though the toll remains high.
Only seven percent of fires are caused by lightning while debris burning and incendiaries account for most incidents. The U S Forest Service credits the Smokey Bear Campaign and Keep Green initiatives for declines. Foresters warn that public care is key as forest recreation peaks.
A survey of editorials from 40 papers selected for the day reveals recurring themes on governance, economy, and public accountability. Analysts note convergence on transparency, reform, and civic engagement.
Racine Wis Journal Times reports Bergen county prosecutor Guy Calissi outlines A Code for Survival a ten rule guide to protect children from assault and sex crimes. The code urges never hitchhike accept gifts from strangers avoid strangers who seek directions never enter a home without parents approval never work for strangers play alone avoid deserted areas tell parents immediately use buddy system move quickly and tele phone ahead if late.
A lighthearted note announces a well earned vacation. The writer cancels milk and paper delivery, has given a neighbor a key, arranged for mail, and plans to enjoy the break staying light minded until departure.
Douglas Southall Freeman, historian, editor, military analyst, lecturer and radio commentator, died of a heart attack at his Richmond home at age 67. His life spanned many pursuits including writing about the Confederacy. The Star notes his broad influence and public service.
Ten years ago Mrs. Paul Gaylord returned to Staten Island after visiting Mr. and Mrs. Horace Browne. James M. Thomas finished his first year at the University of Virginia law school and was attending UNC summer session.
In 1933 American railroads told union workers of a further 12 percent wage reduction. Workers rejected the proposal. Fred L. Glaize Sr. traveled to England for a month to observe apple markets. Mr. and Mrs. Oliver L. Johnson, Mrs. John S. Sloat, and Mrs. Ella Miller drove to Washington for a day trip.
Fifty years ago in 1908 Miss Nena Brown left for Annapolis to attend finals at St Johns College. Thomas B Byrd hosted Richargé Duetert of the University of Vic. Little Duck Syed traveled to Armapolla M4 to enter the United States Naval Academy as a midshipman.
The Eisenhower Macmillan talks left two old friends in agreement on many points yet unresolved on disarmament. Dulles suggested Red China be included in any nuclear testing ban policing plan, hinting at a potential shift toward recognizing Beijing. If Macmillan’s visit opens doors for Red China’s U.N. entry, the move could have long term global impact.
From Rome the term circus traces to Circus Maximus the great arena. The ancient ring featured rising seats and performers. The note links early stadiums to today’s American circus traditions.
A reflective piece on finding happiness in life through daily joys and genuine human connections. It argues life’s built in potential for satisfaction and urges realizing it by living fully despite ordinary disappointments. The article highlights nature, daily contact with others, and family life as sources of fulfillment.
A reader quiz outlines scoring by daily results from 10 days and provides ten questions spanning Bible geography grammar anatomy chemistry history and literature. It asks about Sabbath journey water boiling point cadotid artery saccharin coal tar origin League of Nations Seward’s Icebox Baltimore lawyer National Anthem and Cleopatra dating.
Hudson New York AP reports chemist Alfred Einar Sherndal aged 72 died Thursday. He helped develop atebrine a synthetic quinine substitute used to treat malaria. Atebrine played a key role in protecting U S troops in tropical theaters during World War I.
A reader asks if older mothers have more twins. The answer notes records show a slightly higher proportion of twins born to older mothers.
Dr George W Crane counsels parents to prepare children for kindergarten to ease panic. He suggests siblings diffuse parental attention, pre exposure to school life, church Sunday School, home parties, and early teacher introductions to reduce the fear of the unknown.
Hollywood AP report profiles Dave Rose composer and conductor for Red Skelton and other shows. He owns a large miniature steam engine collection and a backyard steam train that carries 150 passengers. Rose uses the hobby for publicity but cites it as pure relaxation and creative outlet. He tours, records, and scores films while planning European concert dates.
Mrs Alyce MacDonald at 50 recalls rearing 45 boys mostly as foster children in Paradise California. Twenty five joined the armed services with one earning major rank. Her strict yet loving approach kept all boys on track though her eldest son Marine Corporal James H MacDonald was killed in Korea. She visits Camp Pendleton to see three Marines.
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