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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1952
Page
4
In a pointed critique, the Winchester Evening Star condemns occult practices as harmful and unreliable. The piece argues against enchantment and witchcraft, citing fraud and inconsistent results as reasons to distrust such claims. It emphasizes caution and aligns with traditional prohibitions on magic.
The SS United States, built in Virginia, arrives in New York Harbor amid large crowds and lingering drizzle. Officials emphasize the ship’s beauty and speed, noting it can be converted to a troop transport in about 24 hours, carrying a full division halfway around the world.
The Star honors The Catholic Virginian as one of the best Catholic newspapers in the nation and second in news writing. It praises editor John J. Daly and staff for the Virginia publication's splendid achievement.
A report cites massive waste in government attributed to dishonesty and notes similar inefficiencies in industry. An insurance company estimates that more than a billion dollars are affected across sectors.
The text argues that employee theft by sales staff causes losses borne by the public as higher insurance rates and consumer prices. It contends government dishonesty raises taxes and that a sagging moral standard undermines ethical priorities in favor of maintaining a high standard of living.
Current Opinion notes Eastern Air Lines 1951 tax provision of 13.5 million dollars equals 5.64 per share and 187 percent of net profit. Additional six million dollars in other taxes brings total paid to 32 million dollars with 3,631 dollars per employee, funding U S treasury. It argues for ousting the current administration to curb rising government spending.
A Kansas word skyhootin is discussed after General Eisenhower jokes inflation will send prices skyhootin. The piece notes the term’s unclear origin and defines skyhootin as departure in an upward and outward burst, likening it to skedaddle with extra velocity.
The government calls for prompt Senate action to ratify peace contracts and mutual defense arrangements with West Germany. It argues U S leadership will push free nations toward solidarity and safety, anticipating wavering in Britain France and Germany alike.
A conservative church member drops a half dollar into the collection and a dignified man whispers that inflation is now being acknowledged. The remark highlights rising costs and the community's awareness of economic strain as the scene unfolds in a small church setting.
News from Frederick County notes Miss Wilda Jean Adams a 4 H Club girl among five Virginian youths awarded an all expense paid trip to the National Club Congress in Chicago. Rotary’s retiring president Dan Leatherman presented the club gavel to Homer Alberti. Incoming president Miss Margaret Beck of Verndale Michigan visited Miss Bill Wood at her North Braddock Street home. Dr and Mrs R T Shields who had been in China since 1905 were en route home. Mrs Shields is sister of Miss Frances Page and Mr W Nelson Page of this city. Mr and Mrs Leon Walker announce birth of a son. Mrs Walker is the former Virginia Carper. Gertrude Barton Nursery School committee met at Mrs Robert Barton’s home.
Shirley White, president of the student body, went as Handley High School's delegate to the Old Dominion Boy's State at VPI. Lawrence Orndorff remained a Memoris Hospital patient after a broken leg. John W. Grove hosted at Tokes Inn in honor of Bryant Stotler.
A brief note from ten years ago records a message received in Winchester about an event. The fragment hints at local communications or confirmations but provides few specifics on people or outcomes.
Miss Winifred Ward and Miss Gertrude Ward entertained in honor of Miss Ruth Beal. Mr and Mrs Steve Yeatres welcomed a baby daughter as news from Winchester now dated twenty five years ago.
City treasurer George Kinzel bought the Ferguson estate on Fairmont Avenue for eleven thousand dollars. The transaction reflects municipal asset handling by the city treasury.
Senator Kefauver shifts to a hard hitting campaign against Truman allied bosses from New Hampshire to California. Campaign manager Gael Sullivan urges a bold bid to prove the party’s mass sentiment while White House opposition plots to block Kefauver through delegate control and arranged drafts.
Training quiz promises daily IQ scoring with ranges Memory Genius Very Superior Excellent Good and instructs readers to turn to page 2 for correct answers. It begins with scattered historical and general knowledge prompts about a gun turrets incident in April 30 seamen on the St. Paul independence day Darwin evolution uke origin and Achilles tendon.
An article explains arterial narrowing in legs due to aging and diseases like Buerger's. It describes benzazoline as a treatment that blocks the sympathetic system to relieve spasms and improve blood flow. Injection into arteries shows stronger, longer lasting effects with fewer mouth-related side effects. The drug may save limbs from amputation.
The benefit at age 68 will be based on either the earnings credited under Social Security or the wife's benefit amount. She will receive the larger of the two options.
Rainfall data shows none in the past 24 hours at 7 am. June total 2.44 inches, year-to-date 23.25 inches, and 1912 39-year period averages list monthly figures from January 2.45 to December 3.50 inches with various values.
Paul Lennox and Connie Marshall are in love but face a tangle over a mink coat gift. Elsie Dennis, using her tax funds, arranges a three thousand dollar anonymous donation to the church fund and asks Paul to receipt it. Connie’s hope for a proposal clashes with hidden past favors and moral limits.
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