Patience urged for planting as sowing in tears brings joy
A March 31, 1956 entry counsels patience in farming. It urges husbandmen to plant and cultivate, wait for results, and recalls that those who sow in tears shall reap in joy.
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1950
Page
4
A March 31, 1956 entry counsels patience in farming. It urges husbandmen to plant and cultivate, wait for results, and recalls that those who sow in tears shall reap in joy.
The obituary recalls Frank Buck once famed as the man who would bring them back alive citing a Chicago crash three years prior and a decline in health. It notes his globe trotting life from age 18 and his influence on later generations and popular imagination.
Premier De Gasperi enacts drastic measures to curb communist agitation as labor unrest widens. A 12 hour walkout escalates into San Severo riot when 4000 armed protesters clash with police and troops, wounding officers.
The passage cites disturbances in both the agricultural south and industrial north and claims the communists have begun spending money lavishly. It warns Italy could be part of a broader, planned upheaval.
A two to one U S Court of Appeals ruling sustains the presidents loyalty program while unanimously limiting the loyalty board. The board may not bar a federal worker from all government employment for a fixed period. Decisions are not final and will be appealed to the Supreme Court.
The Internal Revenue Service ruled the Democratic National Committee owes no federal tax on about a half million dollars raised for the Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner. The decision hinged on entertainment time and not admission, noting entertainers filled only about a eighth of the program. Republicans faced a 20 percent tax on Lincoln Day box party admissions, while March 15 reminders loom for taxpayers.
Vice Admiral Bogan urges converting older battleships like the Missouri into guided missile platforms. The idea is echoed by Soviet reports of armed battleships. Pentagon hints say Kentucky conversion plans may be dropped as Missouri serves as a training ship.
Clarke T. Cooper was chosen as chairman of the advisory committee to the president of the Apple Blossom Festival. Carl L. Campbell elected president of the Winchester Presbyterian Men of the Church. A birth and local civic notes wrap the report with a five year look at county farmers.
A brief item recalls a ten year anniversary of a five grade contest. Details mention participants and a showcase of scoring or evaluation outcomes, highlighting local involvement and community interest in the event.
Twenty five years ago Robert L. Miller was named chairman of the Frederick County Equalization Board by Judge Whiting, marking a key local government appointment.
Ifty years ago Winchester boasted that local buyers funded almost 4000 dollars of bonds. Purchasers included M. H. G. Willis, 8. H. Hansbrough, John W. Rice, George W. Wood, Thomas N. Lupton, and Pred Boyd. The $30,000 issue finances Market square payment of $9,000 and City Hall work totaling $10,000.
Washington reports show Marshall Plan nations rapidly modernizing farming to US standards, risking permanent loss of overseas markets for cotton and tobacco. France, the UK, Turkey lead purchases while broader aid may fuel processing plants abroad, altering global trade and politics.
Dr. Herman N. Budesen notes Q Fever rising in importance with outbreaks and suggests aureomycin as effective treatment. The disease caused by Coxiella burneti affects those in livestock contact and may resemble influenza or pneumonia. Chloromycetin may help but requires more study. Early diagnosis and thorough evaluation are essential for proper therapy.
Present and past rainfall figures show March total 2.95 inches and 1950 year to date 7.72 inches. The 37 year average annual rainfall stands at 36.56 inches, with monthly averages for 1913 to 1949 listed as May 3.81, August 3.93, and other months summarized in the Winchester data.
C. A. Cooper of 130 S. Cameron St. learns his brother Frank H. Cooper who died December 4 1902 in the Philippines is buried in National Cemetery San Francisco. A 44 year old letter found this week shows the body was returned to the United States in 1906 for reburial. Cooper came to Winchester in 1906. the letter was found by a niece Mrs. William E. Eccard of Washington.
A curious 10 day quiz scores readers on 100 questions with daily results and grade names. Penkix Pauwarter provides sample answers including questions on geography the Supreme Court pay Moira Shearer and London marriage the Vice President role flag etiquette UNRRA White Sands and McKinley’s succession.
Jenny agrees to keep Ghillie for Mrs. Folsom who departs suddenly to tend a sick sister. Ruthven helps, as Ghillie adapts to the new routine with the Mayhews while Jenny faces mounting domestic duties and a hint of Diane and Fred's arrangements.
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