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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1954
Page
3
An exhortation urges a complete faith based life and abandoning old forms in a transformative spiritual call. The message underscores a rebirth experience and declares that only wholehearted devotion can open this new life.
The agricultural economy faces surplus woes as foreign demand shifts. American exports rely on 50,000,000 acres for sale while self sufficiency drives nations to grow their own grains and fibers. U S aid to raise global production could shift demand and challenge farm profitability.
The article contrasts World War II era overinstrumentation with a streamlined, trailblazing needle-nosed fighter bomber. It notes its half-sized frame, reduced weight, and claimed versatility including carrying compact atomic bombs, highlighting a shift in aircraft design priorities aboard carriers.
The drive to accelerate development of compact jet fighters outpaces human pilot limits. Modern cockpit automation cuts bulky vacuum tube systems and heavy computing gear, increasing reliability and speed. The goal is a midget jet easier to mass produce for NATO planning.
State Senator Harry Byrd Jr. urged Clarke County High School graduates to prepare for expanding opportunities as U S industry grows. He cited Virginia industrial expansion, 300 million dollars in 18 months, 15 thousand jobs, and a 50 million dollar payroll, predicting ample chances in farming, engineering, law, medicine and education.
A lively meditation on the rare beauty of June as spring fades into early summer. The piece contrasts evolving daylight, warmth, and nostalgia with lines invoking Emily Dickinson and the return of birds, blue skies, and golden light defining the month.
Army discipline may not go too soft, how ever, so long as Secretary Stevens doesn't insist on monitoring conversations the top sergeants have with the erring buck privates.
News from 1953 reports Dr. C. L. Riley's re election as president of the State Board of Medical Examiners. The Berryville John H. Benders Fire Company raised 2800 dollars at a yard party and auction. Birth announced for the Cullers' son, tracing Mrs. Cullers to former teacher Georgie Pierce. Pvt. William G. Way visits from Camp Grant Illinois, and Pvt. Harry Ridgeway reaches England.
Members of Mrs. Mae Carper's music class presented their annual recital. Mrs. Herbert S. Larrick was named president of the Turne Ashby Chapter United Daughters of the Confederacy. Mary Louise Crisman, daughter of Mr and Mrs Sam Crisman, broke an elbow while playing.
Miss Louise Hawkins of Richland returned home after visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Darlington. Mr. and Mrs. Grover C. Cooper and Misses Ethel and Retha Cooper returned home after several days in Charlottesville. Mr. and Mrs. Harold R. Wilson entertained in honor of Miss Gloria Stevens.
Mrs Irene McDonald welcomed her daughter Miss Mary McDon to stay for the summer, enjoying time together and family hospitality in a quiet home setting.
Mr and Mrs George Cunningham host visitors Mr and Mrs Ed Cunningham of Ashton Va Mrs E J Evans of this city is reported desperately ill at her home.
U S authorities report Mao Zedong's government has tripled production of heroin opium and morphine since securing control of China. Anslinger warns the narcotics offensive funds military aims and weakens civilian morale as Chinese smugglers use dinners clubs and ships to move drugs to the West Coast and Asia.
A Q and A discussion covers how new comets are discovered by patrol cameras at major observatories, and notes early discoveries by amateurs. It lists materials like vitallium and tantalum in artificial replacement parts, with steel in some items, and says about 34 parts are common in the U S. Venice sits on 118 islands slowly sinking, with some cellars underwater. Sun bathing should avoid midday, especially noon, with health officials recommending before 10 am and after 3 pm.
Rainfall during the past 48 hours ending at 7 am today shows none. June rainfall to date is 3.30 inches in 1954, with year to date 16.22 inches. Average monthly rainfall over 41 years 1912 to 1953 is 36.84 inches, by month: Jan 2.51, Feb 1.96, Mar 2.92, Apr 3.14, May 3.92, Jun 3.88, Jul 3.70, Aug 3.76, Sep 2.69, Oct 3.16, Nov 2.61, Dec 2.51.
Health guidance explains prematurity defined by weight under five and a half pounds and its high infant mortality. It covers prenatal care, delivery precautions, incubators, oxygen use, infection protection, feeding, vitamin K, and the critical first 24 hours with notes on breast milk and nutrition.
A reader self assesses IQ by answering 100 questions over 10 days with daily scores. 9–10 correct marks Memory Genius 7–8 Very Superior 5–6 Excellent 4 Good. The page promises page 2 with correct answers and lists ten sample questions about economics geography authors time and art.
A general rule states under 16 feet is a one man or two small persons canoe. The best two adult length is 16 feet and add a foot per extra person. War canoes commonly max at 18 feet.
The American Association of University Women adds American University Washington Carthage College Clarke College Gustavus Adolphus College and Mississippi Southern College to its membership list. The expansion brings total member institutions to 354 and enables graduates with AAUW liberal arts credentials to join.
Mrs Brandt invites Cynthia to Pleasantridge for a weekend to discuss the clinic project. Norman and his mother test her suitability, while guests mingle, revealing family dynamics and the political vigor of Mrs Brandt’s farm life. A formal talk in the study promises tomorrow after dinner.
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