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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1951
Page
1
Crime probes described a youth drawn to drugs to fund his habit by theft and selling, with social worker James Dumpson citing abuse in schools and doorways. A juvenile addict claimed starting marijuana at 13 and moving to heroin, while Dr. Vogel noted eight of ten had no prior delinquency before addiction.
An old article notes workers once toiled 12 to 16 hours daily under harsh conditions and pittance pay. It argues that despite labor costs and taxes, large corporations keep expanding, prompting calls for government intervention to divide ownership and curb profits.
Acheson argues Soviet expansion must stop and warns the free world needs strong allies. He cites U S policy as confronting a global threat and discusses administration plans and proposals for new unified arrangements amid ongoing foreign policy debates.
A fragmentary note describes a one-cat household seeking a kind volunteer to take in a kitten and balanced by a hesitant buyer. The piece hints at a quirky scene of animal care and community aid.
The British cruiser was ordered to Iran after its captain refused to sign receipts for pay owed to Iran's nationalized oil company. The crew with oil aboard were instructed to pump it off if needed to secure payment, with authorities insisting the task be completed.
Washington debate over who was correct in relation to Douglas MacArthur remains heated as hearings by the Foreign Relations Committee reveal sharp division and criticism of the Truman Administration. The chair expected plans for reports on the investigation to be reviewed by the joint committee in coming days.
A national fruit truck crash near Lexington killed Howard Johnson Wade Sr. 52 and his eight year old grandson Hubert Wade. The truck overturned causing about $5,000 in damage. Survivors include daughters Mrs. Hubert Beatty of Lynchburg and Miss Katherine Ann Wade of Roanoke and son Howard J Wade Jr. of Route 2 Lexington.
Wednesday only Lifesaver suits priced at 12.00 formerly 17.95 Hats 5.00 formerly up to aro Hose 1.00 formerly 1.65 Marianne's of Winchester located at 338 Loudoun includes options for funds to lend on real estate and lists address 37 E Piccadilly St Winchester VA with phone 4643.
A Western front report notes rising U.S. doubt about a Soviet cease fire. Sabre jets clashed in an afternoon air battle as officers briefed on the long front offered no specifics on losses or outcomes.
Virginia outlook shows thunderstorms possible Wednesday and Friday with late Wednesday activity. Totals may reach about half an inch, shaping the five day period with scattered storms and showers.
Notice of discontinuation with Evelyns Beauty Shop and contact details for Edith W. Rinker. Cherries offered at Nicodemus Orchard near Winchester at 85 cents per gallon starting June 27. Terminal Tavern closed until June 29 due to a death in the family. You pick or we pick service by Howard Fpauver. L. O. Dick Packing House in Clearbrook advertising fountain work and a high school student preferred.
Warren served papers on Governor O Conor and accused him of shaky political shape. He claimed the governor badly needs favorable publicity and suggested the debate could sway Maryland voters next year.
Report says gunmen abducted a bride, attacked her during the incident. She was later driven back to near her home by abductors after about four hours, appearing weakened and recounting the attack.
Senator Harry Byrd told Georgia Democrats at a JeffersonJackson Dinner that southern forces can compel removal of the civil rights plank and restoration of a States Rights plank. He warned national leaders must rely on southern support to elect a President. He criticized Truman’s administration, praised free enterprise, and warned against modernization of social policy and United Nations influence.
Clarke Red Cross members elect officers during a morning session to organize support for the Clarke County National Guard encampment. The group will arrange coffee, cen s and dishes to assist departing members.
During the week ended June 22 Hot Springs reported the coldest temperature of Virginia stations, with the thermometer at 44 degrees as Suffolk also logged a cool reading.
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