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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1952
Page
4
Local newspaper text references an edition header and an address in New York City for national representatives. Includes a dated stamp and a religious or philosophical reflection about stability and benevolence, with no clear news event or report.
A Dartmouth landlord under government control struggles as rents cover taxes and repairs with little profit. He attempts to gift a house to a tenant but cannot sell more units. Tenants prefer paying rent over ownership, illustrating fears of creeping state ownership and loss of private enterprise.
The Commerce and Industry Association of New York reports high school graduates entering business jobs show weak basic skills in reading writing arithmetic spelling and grammar. Employers rated applicants poorly on core skills while 84 percent showed willingness to work, prompting calls for retraining and reassessment.
The article argues that ratings should not label slow learners as requiring more teachers and funds. It notes that even a capable graduate needs willingness to work to be a good business prospect, citing how some modern industrial giants started with little to begin.
Warne Kernodle of the College of William and Mary discusses Virginia marriage patterns in a University of Virginia News Letter. He notes rising divorce and remarriage, declining marriage age, and the need for detailed studies to illuminate the experiences of real people beyond averages.
Northwestern National Life surveys 133 colleges and reports rising starting salaries and strong demand for engineers and women graduates. Regions show up to 100 percent more openings than last year as firms seek graduates, with many students receiving multiple offers and choosing among 3 to 18 positions.
The Chester Reporter urges individual freedom as a personal duty. It insists freedom is safeguarded not by Congress or leaders, but by each citizen through daily practice and standing by proclaimed values.
Me morial Hospital treated Peggy Alger daughter of Ur and Charles Alger for rheumatic fever. Virginia Beach weeklong visit by Mrs Addie Godlove Mrs O H Lewis and Mrs Carro Crisman. George D Gray and family hosted Sgt George Don Gray Jr at Kernstown visit. Ruth Lee McDaniel wed Roy E Potts Jr of Berryville. Lanzy Whitacre awarded star mail route Winchester to Hagerstown. Petrie celebrate birth of a son. Ten years ago Lula Low entertained honoring Mrs Charles J Lillis. Dick and Grove guests from Dayton. Edith Campbell wed Woodrow Harris Moore. Thurman Ritenour editor of 1927 Henduan. Agnes Reardon visiting Earl Leach in Upperville. Chloe Mudd and R E Mudd Jr guests of grandmother N C Burke in Towson.
Residential development activity appears concentrated in the Braddock Heights section near Fairmont and North Avenues in Winchester, reflecting local growth patterns.
Dr E E C of Bridgeport argues the United States was chosen for UN headquarters driven by Rockefeller funding and American leadership. The piece questions espionage risks, Soviet motives, and Eisenhower's view that the UN keeps nations talking rather than fighting.
Miss Mitzi Oberhofer thanks the Novick Green Company drivers after Fred Y. Stotler of Bloomery returns her lost handbag 25 miles from Harrisburg to Easton. The letter praises good people and asks the paper to publish to inspire others.
Rainfall data shows today’s 24 hour rainfall at 7 am as none with June rainfall to date. Historical 39 year period 1912 to 1951 lists monthly averages including January 2.45 inches and June 3.99 inches. Now totals 23.86 inches for the period through now.
The article warns sunglasses often lack sufficient darkness to protect eyes from sun damage. It notes retina sensitivity decreases after overexposure, dark adaptation slows, and vision worsens after beach days without protection. It also says ultraviolet and infrared rays are not the main cause of eye damage.
The piece argues for moral and financial reserves as crucial in crises. It cites wartime reserves and Jesus parable of the foolish virgins to urge readiness and prudent preparedness for life’s opportunities and dangers. Reserves help individuals meet crises and seize fortunes.
Memory Genius earns 9 or 10 correct daily. Very Superior for 7 or 8, Excellent for 5 or 6, Good for 4. Turn to page 2 for correct answers. Questions include cygnet, Napoleon exile, first solo Atlantic flight, slave landing, USSSA, light opera vs hors d oeuvre vs soap, Tulane location, Mayflower Compact, Johnny Comes Marching Home, and correcting a fox hole sentence.
New York report says college graduates earn more than peers with less schooling. It shows averages from graduation to age 69: college grads earn $46,000 more than high school grads, and $78,000 more than grade school grads. It also notes 26 percent of grade school grads earn over $4,000 annually, 46 percent of high school grads, and 71 percent of college grads.
Paul Lennon a handsome young pastor confronts Agnes Murchison and Connie in a tangled web of devotion money and power. He re-evaluates his judgments about Connie and the formidable Agatha as he prepares to meet them and navigate love duty and social leverage.
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