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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1963
Page
1
Clarke County faces criticism over police protection described as inadequate and often dangerously needed. Star Blaff Journalist Keith Stickley notes officials acknowledge gaps while residents call for improved coverage and resources.
Hoover killings date to a week ago remain unsolved with few leads. A man questioned Saturday matched some descriptions. police call for a county wide police telephony and 24 hour radio coverage. Local officials debate improvements to police and rescue coordination as board discusses next steps.
FBI figures show national major crimes up 7 percent while Virginia’s rise was only 0.6 percent. In 1962 Virginia reported 2,382 major crimes, up from 2,306 in 1961.
The garbled text references a cool spell with 57 degree readings and mentions March as a peak period. It notes a historical 31 inch snowfall in a single day last March and hints at continued cold weather and fresh meat mentions, all tied to local context including Brumback & Son, Inc.
Lopez head of Peru's military junta says the bloodless ouster of Gen. Ricardo Perez Godoy will not affect the June 9 democratic elections. Lindley, a former U.S. Army instructor, and two other members forced Godoy from power claiming it was about personalities, not overthrowing the government.
Two American and Philippine missionaries of the Summer Linguistic Institute were killed by Viet Cong gunfire in Saigon area. Elwood Jacobsen of Foreston Minnesota had been there about six months. A Vietnamese driver in a separate car was also shot dead. Families totaling nine were traveling with medical supplies. Irving S. Olds former U.S. Steel chairman died in New York after a long illness.
The Winchester Frederick County Historical Society holds its annual meeting this evening at 7:45 p.m. in the George Washington Hotel. Guest speaker Dr. Gar R. Quarles will review Lee Diary, an account of life in Winchester from 1862 to 1865, written by Mrs. Hugh A.
A fast moving blaze swept a crowded east end Richmond tenement early today. Ten people were killed or injured including Mrs Eloise Jones and her three children. others escaped. Fire officials suspect an overheated oil stove ignited the fire.
In Merlebach eastern France striking coal miners refuse De Gaulle’s draft orders and extend a regional walkout. Union leaders urge picket lines while government warns of fines or jail. About 200,000 miners nationwide walked out last Friday seeking higher wages and shorter hours.
Frederick County Republicans will hold a nominating convention April 4 at the Lee Jackson Restaurant at 7 30 p m. The meeting will nominate candidates for county offices and, in conjunction with Winchester and Clarke County, for the 25th district seat in the Virginia House of Delegates. George E Scheulen urged a full slate of capable candidates for the next general election to give voters a choice at the polls.
A bus believed to carry about nine people including nurses plunged into the East River from a Welfare Island roadway near the 59th Street Bridge. Coast Guard craft and city boats rushed to the scene as Navy skin divers were sought. witnesses said the bus sank quickly after entering the water amid whirlpools and strong currents near Goldwater Memorial Hospital.
Donald L. Baughman, assistant chief engineer at O Sullivan Rubber Corp and Miller Heights resident, announced his candidacy for Shawnee District board of supervisors. He follows local lawyer David G. Simpson who also seeks the seat currently held by independent Charles E. Garber. Baughman's bid awaits GOP nominating conventions set for April 4.
Senator Harry Flood Byrd, at 75, remains aggressive as Finance Committee chair in the Kennedy era. He braces for battles over debt limits and tax cuts while defending spending priorities and maintaining wary but cordial ties with the White House.
The Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling in favor of railroads in a fight over workforce reductions and featherbedding tactics. The decision clears the way for manpower economies after bargaining, risking a nationwide rail strike unless further talks proceed under a 60 day delay plan.
An event invitation dated Tuesday March 5 from 11 to 3 promotes refreshments by C I Brumback and Son Inc and mentions multiple sponsors and a sale in a local Woolen Mill building with extended evening hours and safety concerns.
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