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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1959

Page

4

A Clear Grasp of the Meaning

Senator Thurmond argued in Front Royal that northern Americans misinterpret states rights and urged using government by consent of the governed. He claimed the 14th Amendment was not legally ratified and noted Congress organized segregated DC schools, insisting intent favored racial separation.

Strom Thurmond South Carolina Front Royal North Garely Senator Thurmond Washington Thurmond Supreme Court Congress District of Columbia U.S Jefferson Davis Confederate States of America America

The Pension Age and Its Political Dangers

Daily Meditation warns that rising taxes will erode pensions for those over 65 and predicts future politicians may promise free pensions to win votes. It cautions this bread and circuses approach could endanger America’s and Rome’s power, while noting pensions may also reduce tension and wealth-seeking for creators and inventors.

Rome

Impossible Coordination in US Government Egg Policy

The piece criticizes US government agencies for conflicting egg and poultry policies. It notes pressure from Congress to raise support purchases, accusations of speculators profiting on price rises, and that Farmers Home Administration and Small Business Administration used tax funds for poultry farms. It calls for a super coordinator to align bureaus, doubting feasibility.

U.S Washington Benson Department of Agriculture Congress Farmers Home Administration Small Business Administration

Editorial roundup from 40 daily newspapers

A digest of the most interesting editorials selected from forty newspapers arriving daily at the office. The column highlights varied opinions and commentary on current affairs, reflecting diverse regional perspectives without endorsing any single stance.

Recreating Confederate Army for Civil War Centennial Obsessed Idea

An advertising man George W. Godwin suggests re mobilizing the original Confederate forces for the Civil War centennial. The Jackson Daily News endorses the plan, envisioning full regiments revived for four years to attract tourists and publicity, a concept labeled a nightmare rather than a dream.

Jackson Miss George W. Godwin Jackson Daily News Army Navy Dixiie Robert E. Lee Stonewall Jackson Stuart Forrest Raphael Semmes Mr. Godwin

Coplon Convicted by Federal Jury of Spying

Judith Coplon was found guilty by a federal jury and sentenced to 13 years in prison for espionage. Amon Stronsider, 74, longtime city police officer, retired after 23 years on the force. Miss Faye Delman returned home in Woodstock after visiting Mrs. Margaret Peterson in Berryville for several days.

Judith Coplon Amon Stronsider Loudoun Street Faye Delman Woodstock Margaret Peterson Berryville

Tavenner Named Frederick County Trial Justice

Twenty five years ago in 1934 A J Tavenner was named Frederick County Trial Justice a new post created by the General Assembly. A Winchester Research Laboratory thermometer read 102 degrees at two PM in the shade. Charles C Finfrock returned from months with his daughter Mrs C A Wallingford in Ashland Kansas.

A. J. Tavenner Frederick County General Assembly Winchester Research Laboratory Charles C. Finfrock C. A. Wallingford Ashland Kansas

Cherries Lost as 1909 Heat Dominates June

Ten days of a June heat wave since 1871 unsettled residents. Paul Sanford, 8, fell from a cherry tree on North Market Street, breaking both wrists while lamenting the lost fruit. Mrs. Lillie Stine hosted Katherine Embery of Brandy Station, Va. on South Main Street.

Paul Sanford Charles Sanford North Market Street Lillie Stine South Main Street Katherine Embery Brandy Station

Quiet Economic Revolution Prompts Growth in Stock Ownership

The New York Stock Exchange census shows 12.49 million U.S. adults own stocks this year, up from 8.63 million in 1956 and 6.49 million in 1952. Women outnumber men among owners, with 6,347,000 women and 5,440,090 men.

America New York Stock Exchange Big Board Alfred Politz Research, Inc Keith Funston Exchange Funston

Supreme Court Extends Immunity To Policy Officials

The Supreme Court in a 5-4 decision ruled that policy making government officials are absolutely immune from libel suits for actions in the line of duty. Justice Warren warned the ruling could shield defamation of critics and prompt new cases to define limits. The decision involved two suspend ed rent stabilization officials and a 1953 press release.

Associated Press News Washington Supreme Court Earl Warren Warren John M. Harlan Harlan William J. Brennan Brennan Congress Capitol

How's Your I Q Score Based on 100 Questions

A reader quiz presents daily scoring for 10 days with results ranging from Memory Genius to Good based on correct answers. It lists ten sample questions including authors, capitals, poetry settings, and historical figures, with a prompt to turn to page 2 for answers.

Nevada

Good Budgeting Can Add To Your Weekly Paycheck

Dr. George W. Crane offers household budgeting tips to increase take home pay. By cutting tobacco and alcohol spending and avoiding wasteful habits, a young married couple can boost weekly income by about 4.50. The piece urges thrift, church involvement, and practical math at the store to save money and improve family life.

Tom George W. Crane Tom B America O.K Epictetus

600000 U S Civilians Live and Work Overseas

A historical column notes that today about 600000 U S civilians live and work overseas. It lists curious facts from daily life and trivia, including books in 1958, owl eye movement, and chewing gum consumption, while tossing in light quotes and cultural notes.

New York City U.S Bon Ami Institute Japan Paul Vincent Carroll

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