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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1952
Page
4
In a 1952 Winchester Evening Star editorial, the piece argues that rugged landscapes forge strong people, noting that prosperous lands have not surpassed Scotland and Switzerland in raising men. It contrasts harsh environments with city life and asserts resilience comes from tough surroundings.
Current Opinion argues France faces deep economic and political trouble. The piece traces the devalued franc, rising cost of living, and budget pressures from rearmament, noting Faure’s tax plan failed and parliament toppled the government. It warns that France may need constitutional change or a strong middle party to stabilize finances and policy.
March winds and showers gave way to a glimpse of spring in the South Carolina Lowcountry. Early week warmth and cheerful roadside scenes hinted at better days as the season turns.
Local officials and Virginia Travel Council advocate promoting the state as a tourist package. Officials stress roadside inns and authentic hospitality to attract visitors seeking beauty, climate, and historic sites. Emphasis on sustained effort, proper pricing, and quality service to encourage repeat tourism and positive word of mouth.
Mrs Louise Gray and Mrs Allen Gray hosted a gathering at Gray Avenue in honor of Miss Nancy Jane Warren. Guests included Mr and Mrs Garland Smith of Baltimore Maryland and Mr and Mrs Laster L Richardson.
Mrs. B B Dutton was named Director of the Queen and Her Court at the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival for the thirteenth consecutive year. Handley High School senior play Four Daughters cast includes Barbara Hough Lu Glascock Anne Heverley Wright Betty Cather Patricia Stephenson George Garber Jimmy McCoy Billy Stryker Marshall Novick Wendell Seldon. Mr and Mrs Clinton Lancacre observed their 24th wedding anniversary.
1st Sgt. Carl Campbell left the Winchester Defense Force to enlist in the U S Navy. Mrs Robert Sutton and Mrs Paul Fries entertained in honor of Mrs Jonas Chamberlin. Mr Granville Davis, ill at his Albin home for weeks, was reported much improved.
Mrs Mary Elisabeth Metz wife of Dante Mets died at her home on North Loudoun Street Miss Mary Catherine Peer of Shenandoah County wed Clarence L Butler of Dr F T McFaden and Hollie McCormac and G F Norton were in Alexandria for a Scotish Rite Masons meeting
Linesmen from a telephone company in Shenandoah County walked off the job demanding higher wages and better pay terms, halting some services as negotiations begin with management.
The text explains that due to Earth's axial precession the pole star shifts over 26 000 year cycles and will eventually be Vega. It notes that during the building of the pyramids in Egypt the pole star was Draconis about 20 degrees from Polaris.
Washington diplomats report Europe’s complaint that the United States has reneged on its Truman Acheson pledge to build a strong anti-Russian alliance. They lament U S aid, criticize Britain and France, and warn that Congress may abandon Europe. The piece notes reactions to Korea, rearmament, and public power debates involving Henry M Jackson and Gordon Dean.
Rainfall in the past 24 hours ending 7 a.m. today was 0.22 inches. Year to date totals show 1.68 inches for 1992 and 7.03 inches overall. Average monthly rainfall from 39 years 1912 to 1951 is listed by month, with values ranging from January to December.
The article explains how the body uses skin hair membranes tears saliva urine and digestive juices to block germ entry and contain infection. It notes factors such as age heredity nutrition fatigue and temperature in disease resistance and highlights medical advances and lifestyle tips for maintaining health.
The passage argues that atomic energy poses no threat to federal development and control of the nation's water power resources, framing the stance as a cooperative, non confrontational approach. It presents the idea as a supportive, bipartisan tone toward energy policy.
Hollywood column recalls Alan Young will miss TV from April to September for two movie roles. He expects to return in the fall on a biweekly schedule after strenuous years filming and stage work. He endured tough schedules and on set mishaps, including a bear incident and a slipped vertebra.
A child’s misphrase of The Lord is my shepherd leads to a reflection on faith. The piece urges believers to anchor hope in God’s providence, assuring protection from temptation and resilience amid life’s storms. It concludes that faith offers incomparable value and security beyond worldly events.
A compact quiz guide lists daily IQ scoring from 9 to 10 correct to Mem ory Genius and outlines sample questions. The page includes multiple trivia prompts and an answer note on the word blizzard origin from German blizzartig describing sudden storms.
Maia Andre, one of 16 Estonian refugees who sailed a leaky 36 foot sloop to Norfolk six years ago, now attends Hunter College and works toward citizenship. She recalls a perilous four month voyage from Stockholm, rescued by the Coast Guard, and values daily liberties she fears losing if sent back to Estonia.
Lid dell confronts gunman Lunfar and a defiant girl in a tense confrontation. The private eye searches for a missing package from the old Chink while a pistol looms and threats escalate.
Johnny Liddell confronts Lunfar over a valuable package. A struggle for the weapon ends with Lunfar knocked down and Liddell badly battered as another assailant's arrival shifts the danger and leaves the gun in Liddell's hand.
Detective Liddell recovers from a blackout after a deadly struggle with Lamfar. A gun and a fatal wound on Lamfar raise questions of who fired the final shots as a brunette victim lies wounded in the bedroom. A siren nears as Liddell searches for answers and justice.
The Norfolk city council unanimously killed an ordinance to place the community on daylight saving time starting April 28 after an hour and 40 minute debate over fast and slow time.
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