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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1952
Page
3
Bonita Lorraine Pipher three year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Lawrence Pipher of Berryville is in critical condition at Memorial Hospital with burns covering about eighty percent of her body. Her dress touched a hot stove causing the fire. Hospital spokesman described her condition as serious.
Thomas C Vance 72 a well known farmer of Star Tannery died Saturday at Memorial Hospital after years of ill health He was born July 4 1879 at Star Tannery last survivor of 10 children and member of St James Lutheran Church His widow Ethel and several children survive The body lies at Stover Funeral Home Strasburg with funeral services at Gravel Springs Lutheran Church conducted by Rev E B Smith at 3 p m burial in Gravel Springs cemetery
Dr. A L Lindall Winchester Frederick County Health Officer spoke on Civil Defense at the monthly meeting of the American Association of University Women held at Mrs. George Snarr’s home. He urged practical attack measures and spiritual strength while warning against Communist activity. New officers elected for a two year term were Mrs. Joseph A Stone second vice president Mrs. Charles Toan recording secretary and Mrs R S Larrimer treasurer.
In Dallas a 19 year old woman attempted to leave a store with a screaming infant. Neighbor hood grocer N. J. Shaw reported the incident and police found a frozen rabbit hidden in the infant's blanket. The baby stopped crying after the officers removed the rabbit from the blanket.
Senate figure Richard B. Russell of Georgia filed to participate in Florida's Democratic primary for the presidential nomination campaign. The move signals cross state efforts as the race unfolds.
English speaking nations used yards feet and inches for athletic contests until 1931. The Amateur Athletic Union adopted the metric plan for outdoor meets in 1931 and 1932. By 1932 metric distances and times were used for Amateur Athletic Association and Intercollegiate Association of Amateur Athletics of America contests worldwide.
The legislature finalizes a tightened highway safety act raising open road speeds for cars and buses to 55 while trucks drop to 45, with mandatory jail for revoked permits and stricter speeding penalties. It also approves annexation changes, city population rules, and school construction funding, while redistricting efforts face delays.
Representative Burr P. Harrison informs Defense Materials Procurement Agency officials of 16 manganese bearing areas in Virginia's Seventh District. He lists names and addresses of supporters, urging field engineers to study reserves and establish a depot in a convenient location to spur development.
Herbert Alexander Lamp of Connellsville Pennsylvania died suddenly at home on Saturday. He was a former Western Union lineman, WWI veteran, and active in Methodist church Elks and American Legion Post 4. Survivors include a sister and five brothers. Funeral at Brown Funeral Home Martinsburg with Rev. Robert Bartlett officiating. Burial in Rosedale Cemetery.
Mrs. John E. Hayes of Twin Falls Idaho told a regional meeting that movies television and comic books hinder learning by creating crime filled distraction. She argued public fixation on sports and glamorous media narrows youths interest in history and statesmanship.
A worker using a hammer to remove a brass ring from an undersea mine in scrap iron triggered a blast in Arles France killing five laborers and wounding a sixth. Police and rescue teams evacuated the area as investigators questioned witnesses. Local officials declared a temporary safety cordon around the site.
At Charlottesville the University of Virginia building housing the Army Transportation Reserve Unit Geography Center and student offices burned in a midnight blaze. Firemen prevented spread to nearby structures as three students were arrested for interfering with firemen and two were fined for the offense.
Funeral services for Mary Albert i Smith 69 of 209 Shawnee Ave were held Saturday at 3 p m at Jones Funeral Home by Dr S L Flickinger. Burial followed at Mount Hebron Cemetery with pallbearers Raymond Cochran John Pelter Charles Lanahan Gillard Lineburg Deimer Mellwee and Lynwood Newbraugh.
An advertisement claims CERTA VIN relieves a decade long sensation of a brick in the stomach. It asserts improved digestion, reduced gas and bloating, and strengthened nerves, with relief beginning the second day. Sold by GAUNT'S Drug Store and marketed to Winchester residents.
The Virginia Supreme Court upheld Hopewell city council's right to relocate the city sergeant's office from the municipal building basement to the city jail. The court found the second floor is the courthouse and council may assign offices there to expand services and increase staff after past jail break issues.
Washington and Lee University basketball coach Scotty Hamilton resigns after two years. Athletic Director Cap’n Dick Smith calls the move economical, noting the school will employ multi field coaches rather than a single sport specialist.
About 62 people including families of 20 local Marines and current service members attended a Capitol Theater showing of Retreat Hell. Sgt. Lawrence Fries said the Korea themed film was very well received by the group.
Judge Edward Meeks sentences Walter F D Henson, 27, to 60 years in the penitentiary for first degree murder in the Amherst County barnloft slaying of Charles Murray Wingfield. Jury deliberated an hour and 14 minutes before verdict. Wingfield died from a brain hemorrhage after a skull blow.
Thomas G. Scully will speak at the Exchange Club luncheon at 12 15 p.m. tomorrow at the George Washington Hotel on The Three Battles of Winchester. The Founders Day Banquet is March 27 at 6 30 p.m. at the York Inn with committee members listed and reservations via Joseph Schroth.
Oscar Lee age 33 of Johnson City Tennessee charged with drunkenness with $9.75 fines. Amos Arme age 23 of 532 N Louudoun Street charged with drunkenness 15.25. Roy B Sours age 29 of 316 8 Cameron Street charged with assault on Neida Sours 90 days in jail and 425 costs. John J Wedlock age 21 of 1010 8 Loudoun Street charged with drunkenness and disorderly conduct 29.25. Herbert Leake age 20 of Berryville assaulted Charles Leight with 55.25 fine.
A public notice warns taxpayers to complete and submit federal income tax returns by March 15 to avoid penalties. It emphasizes timely filing and references potential consequences for late or incomplete submissions.
Funeral service for Josph Gros ver Christian, 62, who died Saturday morning at Memorial Hospital, will be held tomorrow at 2 o clock. Friends meet at Dellinger Funeral Home Woode stock and proceed to Union Forge Church near Lantz Mills for 2 30 p m services conducted by Rev Harold Rhodes. Burial in Union Forge cemetery. Pallbearers include John Dirting Paul Dirting Billy Wakeman Milton Pence and Charles Foltz.
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