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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1948
Page
4
A brief fragment from Fridai dated June 18, 1948 quotes a Bible verse about betrayal and drink. The line mentions the verse Psalm 69:21 and references gall and vinegar given in thirst.
The Public Health Service notes fluorine in drinking water reduces cavities as shown in Southern New Jersey towns Glassboro Pitman and Woodstown. Five year olds there had about 85 percent less decay than peers in nearby towns lacking fluorine. The service urges fluorine treatment for young children nationwide.
A leading life insurer finds that most American family heads do not want to retire, with two thirds disliking porch rockers. Many plan non productive activities like church or social work and those under 40 expect to quit when financially secure, while older groups resist retirement.
Six months after a report on the Bell XS-1’s level flight speed, Secretary Symington confirms the aircraft flew faster than sound in tests. He notes the XS-1’s true speed remains a military secret while indicating it has exceeded sound many times. The article discusses theoretical speeds and compares to British and Navy jets, with only two XS-1s existing and orders for XS-2 and XS-3.
The XS-1 would travel about 650 mph reaching 86 percent of sound speed and pierce the sonic barrier. Yet its practicality remains uncertain as it must carry nearly twice its weight in fuel for the rocket system and be airlifted by a bomber, while the U S strives to stay ahead in aviation technology.
Current Opinion of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch calls Truman's West trip non political and critiques his plainspoken campaign persona. It notes Roosevelt's measured presidential demeanor and warns that unbending informality risks undermining the office and public stature.
Two neighbors discuss the election aftermath and the idea that promises of universal gains without higher taxes are a fever dream. The piece argues modern taxes force shared sacrifice and that politicians can only move money from one taxpayer to another to fulfill grand pledges.
In 1947 notices report Dr Horgan as Rotary guest speaker. Zeropack installs cherry packing machinery. Dr C L Riley named to State board of medical examiners for a five year term.
Navy plans a 3 million dollar airship project as part of expanding air forces. The report notes defense budget considerations and technology goals for a larger lighter-than-air craft.
A social event honored Miss Rosia Dicks hosted at the home of Robert L. Gray on N. Kent Street. The notice mentions Roy Stephenson’s office on Rouss Avenue and Tom Keating selling the largest glass of beer for a nickel. A 1898 item recalls a cyclone hitting Shenandoan Valley damaging crops and structures.
A reflection on history as God's showing in human acts. The text cites Hugo's Napoleonic era line and notes moments of divine visibility at Thermopylae Tours Armada Dunkirk. It argues that history chronicles God's dealing with people and that defiance invites consequences for rulers and commoners.
A quick quiz asks ten questions spanning history and general knowledge. It covers the Little Big Horn massacre, Oregon primary results, dog breeds, academy accidents, Alaskan ice breakup pools, English meat use, a U S consul general’s city, Eleanor Roosevelt's column, Roman numerals, and a line from a June poem.
Present and past rainfall figures show 24 hours ending 7 am none. June rainfall year to date 1.96 inches and 1948 year to date 17.07 inches. Average annual rainfall over 35 years is 36.20 inches. Monthly averages for 1913 to 1946 list values for each month. Statistics courtesy of Winchester Research Laboratory.
The United Nations decided to send 50 uniformed guards to Palestine to help enforce the Jewish Arab truce. The guards, now serving at Lake Success, will depart by chartered plane to Cairo on Saturday, responding to a request from UN Palestine mediator Count Folke Bernadotte.
American physicians in the early 1800s were noted for their distinctive attire. They wore long black coats and gold headed canes, marking their professional status and authority.
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