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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1962

Page

2

Mrs. Matilda Elizabeth Barney Dies at 65 in Richmond

Mrs. Matilda Elizabeth Barney 65 of ne Street Richmond died at home. Born in Boston Mass she was daughter of Charles and Bessie Robertson. She married Wendell R Barney on January 1 1930 in Richmond. Survived by husband and son Wendell R Barney Jr stationed at Lockland Air Force Base San Antonio Texas. Funeral Friday at 3 p m Jones Funeral Home. Burial Mount Hebron Cemetery. Pallbearers include James A Leach Jr Frank S Calkins Houston M Crowder Ralph E Burnette John A Lepp Wilson C Waite Martin D Watt William L Rock Douglas Hottel Edwin Willis II and Kermit L James.

Mrs. Barney Boston Mass Charles and Bessie Robertson Richmond Wendell R. Barney Wendell R. Barney, Jr United States Air Force Lockland Air Force Base San Antonio Texas Mount Hebron Leach, Calkins and Scott James A. Leach, Jr Frank S. Calkins Houston M. Crowder Ralph E. Burnette John A. Lepp Wilson C. Waite Marlin D. Watt William L. Rock Douglas Hottel Edwin 0. Willis, II Kermit L. James

Bayliss Installed Rotary President in Winchester

Roy W. Bayliss was installed today as president of the Winchester Rotary Club for 1962 63 succeeding Robert E. Heltzell. George G. Snarr Jr. is vice president Woodrow Harper secretary Philip B. Whitney treasurer Carl S. Napps sergeant at arms. New board members begin July 1 Lemuel W. Brown Harper Clark Stewart Bell Jr and Snarr.

Roy W. Bayliss Winchester Rotary Club Robert E. Heltzell George G. Snarr, Jr Woodrow Harper Philip B. Whitney Carl S. Napps George Washington Hotel Charles Toan Rotary Club Heltzell Bayliss Baker and Anderson Electrical Co., Inc C & P Telephone Co Lemuel W. Brown Mr. Harper George A. Clark Stewart Bell, Jr Snarr

Reds Led Him With Rope Around His Neck Says Former Prisoner

Former prisoner Spec. 4 George F. Fryett Jr. described six months of Viet Cong captivity, forced marches with ropes around his neck, arms bound, and daily propaganda readings. He said he was exhibited in villages, read propaganda aloud at gunpoint, and was released after being held near Saigon. He denied any cooperation with Viet Cong and noted blisters and worn sandals from captivity.

Malcolm W. Browne Saigon George F. Fryett Jr Long Beach Calif Fryett U.S

Calm Returns To Oran After Destruction

Oran, Algiers AP report says calm returned to the city after a Secret Army Organization rampage. Eight plastic hazards damaged schools and public buildings while Europeans and Muslims faced off. a self-determination vote looms. Susini urged Europeans to help rebuild. Gen. Gardy reportedly fled to Spain with aides.

Algiers Oran Secret Army Paul Gardy Spain

Bus Crash Case Reveals Conflicting Driver Passenger Testimony

The court heard conflicting statements between bus driver Brown and passenger Floyd after a shuttle bus struck a car on the night of the accident. Floyd testified he had ridden the bus since the mishap, while Brown said they had lost a passenger. A counter-claim by Yauger for 50,000 was settled. the shuttle served Front Royal area workers on the midnight shift.

Mr. Brown F. A. Floyd Brown Floyd Anderson Front Royal Marshall Whiting Yauger

U N Assembly Nears Adjournment on Rhodesia Reform

The General Assembly moved toward adjournment as 38 sponsors urged changing Southern Rhodesia's 1961 constitution to end white minority rule. Britain’s Sir Patrick Dean opposed repeal and a new constitutional conference. The vote also split Ruanda Urundi into Rwanda and Burundi effective July 1.

United Nations U.N. General Assembly Southern Rhodesia Britain Patrick Dean South Africa Rhodesia Ruanda-Urundi Republic of Rwanda Kingdom of Burundi

JWHS Alumni Association Forms with 500 Letters Sent

About 500 letters were sent to James Wood High School alumni announcing the formation of an alumni association. The group invites attendance at the August 1 organizational meeting in the school cafeteria and asks nonattendees to respond by card or letter. Sixteen people attended the initial meeting seeking officer elections and a first project.

James Wood High School

High Fish Catch Measured At Front Royal Ponds

The Virginia Game and Inland Fisheries Commission reports about 100 pounds of fish per acre from eight hatchery ponds at Front Royal in May. There were 131 fishing trips yielding 415 fish, with a rate of about one fish per hour. Heavy fertilization boosted catches. ponds are not restocked and the trial is in its second season.

Front Royal Virginia Game and Inland Fisheries Commission

Question on escorting at out-of-town wedding

A reader asks if a 16 year-old son can escort his mother to an out-of-town wedding when her husband cannot attend. The answer affirms that it would be proper for the son to accompany her.

Convicts End Daylong Catwalk Protest at State Prison

Two inmates began descending from a 100 foot catwalk after a two hour stand, one a 25 year old parole violator James J. Pletcher and the other a 30 year old killer Alfred Nardi Jr. Guards aided the final climbers and Pletcher was moved to the prison in fair condition. A guard reported the protest tied to opposition to gas in solitary confinement as Arthur T. Prasse and Warden James Maroney monitored the scene.

James J. Pletcher Pletcher Alfred Nardi Jr Tower James Maroney Cie

Local Majorettes Attend Pennsylvania Camp

Four members of the Winchesterettes Donna Dick Sandy Brooks Nancy Bowen and Bambi Lynn Crowser attend the Red Lion Twirling and Cheerleading Camp in Red Lion Pennsylvania for three days. About 12 top U.S. instructors join the event headlined by Rita Wilson Miss Tennessee in the Miss America pageant.

Winchesterettes Donna Dick Sandy Brooks Nancy Bowen Bambi Lynn Crowser Red Lion U.S Rita Wilson

Answers to a historical quiz list

The set identifies figures and items labeled as answers: Representative William E. Miller, Little Joe, Gopher Wood, No. 5, Major General, the frigate Constitution, food, Chicago, textiles.

William E. Miller Little Joe Gopher Wood the Frigate Constitution Chicago

Auction listings unfold across Winchester area this June and July

A sequence of auctions runs from June 27 to July 14 in Frederick and Clarke counties, featuring real estate, farms, and household goods. Orndorff and Cole Auctioneers lead furniture and estate sales, with multiple courtside frontings in Winchester Berryville Kernstown and Martinsburg.

Denny’s Commission Winchester Orndorff & Cole Auctioneers West H. H. Bartlett English, Jr F. L. Largent, Jr Frederick County Court House Dennis T. Cole Harry J. Flowers Valuable City Charles R. Duvall Richard F. McPherson Tyree Dillard, Jr Clarke County Court House Berryville Boyce W. D. Orndorff C. Hardy Grim Kernstown Frances Ruth A. G. Lindenmuth Rt. 55 Skyline Drive Kings Court Darrell K. Koonce Berkeley County Court House Martinsburg W. Va Greenspring Gerrardstown Pim&cc B. Orndorff Beverly Estate

Left-side Car Damage Report in Minor Collision

The report notes the windshield and door post on the left side of the car were struck. Vehicle damage was estimated at 190 dollars for the car and 25 dollars for the truck.

Soblen fugitive case ends with high bail forfeiture

The 62 year old psychiatrist Soblen, jailed for espionage, fled after a life term was planned. His wife Dr Dina Soble posted 40 000 cash and 60 000 in bonds as surety. Bail was forfeited but stayed briefly as officials pursue his location.

Soblen New York Soviet Union U.S. Court of Appeals U.S. Supreme Court U.S Cuba West 91Th St Rockland State Hospital Orangeburg London Herlands

Residence at Butler Bros Mt Williams Onward

Mr and Mrs Kenneth Schillingburg will continue to reside on the Butler Bros property at Mt Williams per insurance advertisement dated June 26 1931.

Kenneth Schillingburg Butler Bros Mt. Williams

Outstanding lily show highlights non professional event

The United States hosts one outstanding lily show of non professional scope. Exhibits feature rare lilies and collections by notable club members including Mrs J H Yost Jr and Mrs Barr. Mrs William Zabock of the Winchester Clarke Garden Club also attends.

United States J. H. Yost, Jr Barr William Zabock Winchester-Clarke Garden Club

Koontz Named President of Middletown Lions

Stanley R. Koontz was installed as president of the Middletown Lions Club at a ceremony at Duff's Rebel Restaurant last Friday. He is outgoing president of the Frederick County Education Association. Other officers included Russell McCauley and Josiah Andrew as vice presidents, W A Shaw as 3rd vice president, Harold Walter as secretary, Winston Huffman as assistant secretary, T L Dicks as treasurer, Fiber Gum as Lion Tamer, Joe Jenkins as Tail Twister, with Harry Martin and Gene Dicks as year directors and C B Willey Jr as another director. The installation was led by Bryan Stotler of Winchester Lions Club. Deputy District Governor Burton Mercer announced club awards for the year, noting four Scout units, Little League baseball, eye exams and glasses, and civic contributions. Sixteen members earned 100 percent attendance pins.

Stanley R. Koontz Middletown

Weather Outlook for Winchester Virginia

The forecast calls for pair tonight with lows between 56 and 64. Friday should be fair and slightly warmer. Today highs near 59, lows around 8?54. Sunset 8:44 p.m. Moonrise 4:02 a.m. New Moon Sunday.

Virginia Winchester

Rainfall Totals and Averages for June to October 1962

Rainfall for the past 24 hours ending 8 30 a.m. today is not specified. June rainfall to date is 6.10 inches for 1962 with October 22.10 inches year to date. Average annual rainfall over 49 years is 36.86 inches, with monthly averages listed from January to December ranging from 2.11 to 3.90 inches.

Death of Father and Daughter Reported in Martinsville home

Authorities described the deaths as murder and death by own action at the Stultz residence in Arlington Heights near Martinsville. A father reportedly shot his daughter in bed, then killed himself after setting a fire that damaged the bedroom and hallway. Fire units responded from Ridgeway and Martinsville.

Stultz Prillaman Ridgeway Martinsville Arlington Heights

Annual Clearbrook Yard Party Nets $2561 in Fund Drive

The Clearbrook Yard Party on the Stonewall School grounds drew a large crowd in ideal weather. Proceeds go to the Clearbrook Volunteer Fire Co. with plans for auctioned items and food prepared by women from 12 area churches.

Clearbrook Yard Clearbrook Volunteer Fire Co Stonewall

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mrs. Wendell Barney Matilda Elizabeth Barney Ne Street George D. Arckson Jones Funeral Home Rotary Jones Funeral Home, Inc Service the Order OF the Golden Rule Ambulance Service Middletown Firemen’s HAM & F Middletown State Bank Stephens City Winchester Park & Shop Reds Tee U.N JWHS Turkey C.w.t W. Boscawen St Arthur T. Prasse State Bureau of Corrections Harrisburg Pennsylvania Cama N. Cameron Koontz Middletown Lions Albany Albuquerque Atlanta Bismarck Boise Buffalo Cleveland Moines Fairbanks Fort Worth Helena Honolulu Indianapolis Juneau Kansas City Los Angeles Louisville Memphis Miami Milwaukee St. Paul New Orleans Oklahoma City Winchester Saddle Horse Sharp Farmers Livestock Sale WM. S. English, JR S&h N. Cameron St Eta James E. Smith City Hall G. G. Baker C.t.a. Estate Kerns Town W. D. Orndorff, Auctioneer Court House E.C.T Old Chapel Clarke County T. F. Galloway Said Galloway Maud A. Strode Circuit Court Philip B. Lanham Tyree Pillard, JR
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