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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1947
Page
4
A United States News piece questions postwar aid to Great Britain and Europe, noting $11 billion spent or promised over two years. It urges Europe to contribute more and compares recovery to the American South after the Civil War, asking if policy should shift toward self-help.
World stocks of natural rubber rise to 900000 tons with 1500000 tons produced this year and synthetic output pushing total above 2000000 tons. Futures fell from 21.45 cents per pound as manufacturers hold inventories and anticipate lower prices. Tires pile up in the US and a final six months of the year may see production decline while some synthetic plants remain on standby.
Three Columbia University scientists presented at the 103rd annual meeting of the American Psychiatric Association that IQ may be changeable. In a study of 30 children, 29 showed IQ gains after glutamic acid treatment, with 14 of the convulsive group and all 16 nonconvulsive subjects improving. Only one did not rise. No data on normal individuals.
The article argues that intellect can be affected by glutamic acid treatment though it requires careful observation and case by case management. Dosage must be watched and therapists must handle each patient specially. It suggests a potential scientific advance improving happiness and usefulness for many people.
Current Opinion notes the symbolic weight of a dollar watch to Mahatma Gandhi as he travels from Bihar to New Delhi. The piece contrasts the watch's loss with the promise of a replacement from a British firm, framing it as a quiet act of understanding and tact.
Johns Hopkins scientists report solid immunity to poliomyelitis in monkeys using a preventive serum. While promising, experts caution this is only an early step and human safety requires extensive testing. If proven, a polio preventive could reduce suffering and long term treatment costs for families with limited means.
John H. Kern wins the Virginia Federation of Post Office Clerks election to the role of first vice president. Community members report strong turnout and local support as the party for Gertrude Barton nursery advances a successful fundraiser and social event.
Doctors Smith McKee Bell Stuart and Gibson offer their services to the nation for wartime duty. Thomas J. Fenton, 87, a well known Clarke county farmer, died this morning. Junior Women's Club members volunteer to man War Bond and Stamps booths in county stores. In 1937 ten years ago Andrew Bell of the Chamber of Commerce was thanked in a letter for visits by the Virginia Veterans of Foreign Wars.
William P. Massey as president of the Winchester Fair Society summons a jazz orchestra for the fair. Winchester telephone service expands to dial by number rather than by name, signaling modernization.
A colored man riding a bicycle collided with a horse driven by Brook Hodgson. Harry Warkell of the Union band was the owner of a keyed trombone received from C. G. Conn.
The American League showings list New York fifty eight games above .600 with 38 wins and 25 losses, Boston 33 27, Philadelphia 31 30, Cleveland 27 27, Detroit 29 30, Washington 28 30, Chicago 30 34, St. Louis 23 36. In the National League Brooklyn 36 26, Boston 34 27, New York 32 26, Chicago 31 31, St. Louis 31 31, Cincinnati 31 33, Pittsburgh 24 36. Notable results: Pittsburgh 12 Chicago 8. Brooklyn 8 Boston 5. Philadelphia 6 New York 5. St. Louis 6 Cincinnati 5. Washington 3 Boston 0. Detroit 11 St. Louis 2. New York 7 Philadelphia 1. Cleveland 9 Chicago 3.
Skeeter Newsome hit a grand slam in the second inning, his ninth homer of a 12 year career, helping the Philadelphia Phillies beat New York 6 to 5. Bobby Feller earned his 10th win for the Indians by limiting the White Sox to six hits and driving in three runs with a double.
The article notes schizophrenia as the leading mental illness in the United States with about 15,000 patients admitted annually to state supported facilities. It also states more hospital beds are allocated for schizophrenia treatment than for tuberculosis and cancer combined.
Essayist cites T. S. Eliot on England and applies it to America noting many avoid church. He argues the godless live for leisure and material comfort, often decent yet devoid of faith and purpose.
A trivia item from a historical newspaper notes seven questions with the correct answers on page 2. It lists topics on Congress adjournment a marimba author Kingsblood Royal ounce types and a Truman era economic aid bill.
A set of quiz prompts asks about destinations for travel to Greece and Turkey, a hotel in Kansas City, a Grandview Missouri home, and asks for the Austrian monk who studied here duty laws. It also queries which ocean is largest, Henry A Wallace’s middle name, whether Kenneth Romney was convicted over account shortages, and a false statement about drowning behavior.
A brief item notes STAR PHONES moving to a new address in St. Kent, with the switch and surroundings described by the News Room staff. The notice emphasizes the relocation and ongoing business operations.
Manila dispatch reports a U S Army C 45 transport crashed on 3360 foot Mt Maklining 30 miles southeast of Manila. Six officers all captains and lieutenants were found dead with next of kin not yet notified. Bad weather and instrument approach were cited as factors.
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