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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1950
Page
4
Ohio Governor Lausche, a leading Democratic vote getter, declares he will run his own campaign and resists interference from National Chairman William Boyle Jr. The dispute highlights a rift with labor bosses and suggests many Democrats view Boyle as out of step with independents and party rank and file.
Testimony before the Senate Armed Services Committee notes Army’s access to strong plebe material and the Navy’s limited admissions, with Col Earl Blaik and Army programs shaping recruits. The superintendent can fill plebe corps openings, highlighting interservice differences in recruiting and training.
Senator Saltonstall questions if the Navy can turn out winners under new authority. Navy Captain W G Cooper replies, Yes Sir.Editorial voice notes old days when coaching mattered and mocks Simon purity on the srndiron as naive or indifferent to victory. Warns of senators seeking credit for beating Army for campaign material.
State Auditor findings show Virginia counties raised 46.7 percent of revenues locally in fiscal 1949, up from 45.4 in 1948 and 44.1 in 1947, though 27 counties still rely largely on nonlocal sources. Net county debt totals 31.9 million, near Richmond's 29.2 million, with 1951 school building funds on the horizon.
The writer criticizes U.S. policy in Korea and postwar plans, accusing leaders of big promises without action. They argue that good intentions have failed and that moral certainty fuels dangerous, untenable positions.
One year ago the Winchester Apple Blossom Festival was highlighted in Country Gentleman. Vernon Rexrode and Ruth Berg Rexrode welcomed a baby boy. Lewis McCormick, hospitalized with pneumonia, planned to return home at 20 South Kent Street. Winchester Girl Scouts toured New England, planning and examining historic sites during their weeks’ trip.
Announcement stated the Winchester branch of the Rockingham Poultry Cooperative would sit partly in Winchester and partly in Frederick County on N Kent Street, bought from P W Plumly. Winchester police were informed that two German prisoners of war escaped from M J Grove Lime Co near Stephens City. Rev J Edward Kingham of RFD 1 attended his class 45th reunion at Bloomsburg State College with 18 others from across the country.
The County Clerk's office conducted a thorough cleaning and vacuumed all old records. Aubrey Weaver was praised as the best dressed man among the Virginia delegation at the national Democratic convention in New York.
The John Kerr School is to be painted with improvements planned for both white and colored schools, announced by the school board. The first carload of watermelons arrives in Winchester for a Harper's Ferry merchant. Steam heat is installed at the Taylor Hotel, which is becoming the era's most modern hotel in this Virginia region.
In a major upset Francis Case defeated Chan Gurney by about 17,000 votes, signaling a shift in Republican and national policy tone. Case criticized federal spending and urged tax cuts, while stressing nationalism and stronger Western Europe support against the Cold War stalemate.
C L Butler of 539 N Braddock St has executed a contract with the Production Marketing Administration to buy 12 000 pounds of Irish potatoes for livestock feed. Secretary Robert Dailey notes other inquiries but no orders. one farmer may buy 20 000 pounds. Available through USDA at one cent per hundredweight in bulk with freight paid by purchaser.
The article explains that cortisone ACTH and new substances like desoxycorticosterone with vitamin C can relieve arthritis pain. Injections followed by vitamin C yield joint relief within minutes for many patients, with effects lasting two to six hours and no observed adverse reactions. Not all patients benefit and medical supervision is required.
Report shows 24 hour rainfall ending 7 a m today none June rainfall to date 3.75 inches for 1950 17.98 inches year to date average 36 56 inches based on 37 year period 1912 1949 inclusive includes monthly totals 7 Jan 2 50 Feb 1 92 Mar 2 86 April 3 09 May 3 717 June 3 78 July 3 81 August 3 93 September 2 58 October 3 34 November 2 47 December 2 42 courtesy of Winchester
The writer urges readers to study Ray Tucker's column and pressure Congress before they adjourn August first to restore postal workers laid off, criticizing the president and trips funded by taxpayers while noting a two billion Agriculture Department bill. The letter cites post office jobs and government expense as issues.
Israel’s Knesset approved a measure to curb child marriages. The law imposes up to two years in prison and a $1,600 fine for anyone allowing or aiding a girl under 17 to wed, including parents guardians and rabbis.
The piece notes five year gains in American housing with improvements in kitchens heating and insulation. It warns of shoddy builders and calls for millions to work for better homes by improving family life and interpersonal relations, stressing virtues and cooperation to create real homes.
Eliza and Chris confront trust and love after a failed scheme by a ruthless manager. Old Tom Matthews aids a fresh plan to buy new machines while Eliza resolves her feelings and vows to move forward with Chris.
Jane Abbott sketches a reflective scene in a valley community where Chris and Eliza confront past hurts and future hopes. Chris heals from his uncle's illness while planning a life of shared worship and writing on human relationships. The couple affirms belonging as Jeremy’s story concludes and old ties loosen.
A quiz scoring guide for a 10 day program of 100 questions rates memory genius for 9 1 correct answers very superior for 7 8 excellent for 5 6 and good for 4. It provides page that later lists correct answers and asks about history and famous figures with ten sample questions.
Capon Bridge postmaster Gertrude Ward attended the Tri State convention of the National League of District Postmasters held in Washington June 12 13 and 14. Meetings took place at the Washington Hotel with sessions in the Hall of Nations and involved delegates from Virginia Maryland and West Virginia.
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