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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1947
Page
4
The governor vows zero tolerance for state vehicles used for private affairs. The stance condemns a small minority and aims to restore public trust by ending such practices, arguing even small costs erode confidence in government and its integrity.
West Virginia Senator Revercomb told Staunton graduates the United Nations must be supported and used rather than the U.S. acting alone. He argued the nation's leadership is key to world peace and urged submitting national issues to world organization while pursuing unilateral actions.
A Ford official hints the 1948 model could be as radical as the Model A was to the Model T. He cites orders for 1,700,000 cars and notes prior transitions paused production. The piece reflects on the Model T’s impact and contends today’s buyers seek a cheaper, sensible car amid high prices and luxury demand.
In Newport News the Virginia convention of the Travelers' Protective Association may adopt a tipping opposition resolution following California's lead. Observers split on passage as debate centers on the practice's alleged racket origins, lingering generosity myths, and tax implications for servers.
A French Premier cites US corn aid to France amidst a leftist front page interview with Dr. L. Boutbien. The doctor warns corn flour diets cause pellagra, noting greens and fruit prevent it, while his own diet appears prune rich. The piece questions Boutbien’s identity and reliability.
Pennsylvania adopts Virginia Conservation Commission method to mark historic sites with permanent descriptions. Virginia pioneered systematic marking and placed metal markers along highways, reminding travelers of the nation's historical heritage.
Joseph B. Sarandria was elected secretary of the Holy Name Society at Sacred Heart Church. Winchester Recreation Department discusses plans for a municipal swimming pool in Rouss Spring Park.
A 30 year old bachelor earning $60 weekly asks the Star for help finding a wife. He notes his single status and hopes a local marriage opportunity or matchmaking guidance may lead to a suitable partnership.
A terse report notes Winchester police efforts to ease congestion on Loudoun and Piccadilly Streets during business hours while a golfer named Bobby Jones visited the city last night.
Charles E. Cunningham a well known resident and merchant of Winchester died this evening after a noted career in business and local affairs. The funeral arrangements were to be announced by the family.
Tinnitus is a symptom with many possible causes. Both systemic factors such as heart and blood vessel disorders and ear specific issues like wax buildup or middle ear inflammation can trigger it. Inflation of the Eustachian tube and thyroid-related treatments may help, and measuring tinnitus aids prognosis.
Pitcher Charlie Barrett allowed 12 hits but walked no one for an 11 to 1 Braves win over Cincinnati. Stan Musial drove in three with a ninth inning bases loaded triple to lift St Louis 7 to 6 over Philadelphia.
The Winchester Evening Star promotes a 44 page booklet CAN NING AND PRESERVING with science based kitchen tips for year round wholesome meals. Cost is 18 cents postpaid with self addressed envelope to Information Bureau 316 Eye St. N. E. Washington 2 D C.
A trivia page lists ten questions about politics geography and sports and asks readers to turn to page 2 for the answers. It references the Halls of Montezuma presidential election requirements Wah keown Schwab mansion Valparaiso Santiago Walter Campo Premier Remainder Earl Warren governor questions on painting and a Taft omnibus labor bill debate.
Twain wrote to Whitman on Whitman’s 70th birthday praising his era and foretelling future marvels. The text argues against automatic human improvement and credits faith and divine grace as drivers of moral progress amid war and catastrophe.
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