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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1968

Page

2

Obituary of Berkeley R. Shirley 59 Morgantown native

Berkeley R. Shirley, 59, born near Greenwood Morgan County West Virginia, died April 21 in University Hospital Morgantown after two weeks as patient. Survived by widow Anna Moore Shirley daughter Linda Davis of Hagerstown grandchild one brother Emmett Shirley and many nieces nephews and cousins. Funeral April 25 Greenwood Cemetery conducted by Rev Charles S Beckley pallbearers listed.

Berkeley R. Shirley Morgan County W. Va University Hospital Morgantown Mr. Shirley Greenwood Tate Shirley Anger Berkeley Springs Anna Moore Shirley Richard Linda) Davis Hagerstown Emmett G. Shirley Cross Sarton Greenewood Charles S. Beckley Joe Shemebaugh Roy Decker Irving Neesmith Ramsey Unger Calvin Heironimus

Mrs Humphrey Hospitalized For Routine Pelvic Surgery

Mrs Hubert H. Humphrey is in Bethesda Naval Medical Center for routine pelvic surgery to correct a non malignant disorder. Capt Walter M Longergan, chief of obstetrics and gynecology, will operate on the vice president's wife Thursday morning.

Washington Hubert H. Humphrey Bethesda Naval Medical Center Walter M. Longergan

Open Housing Victory in Milwaukee Overcomes Racial Barriers

Milwaukee activists led by Rev. James E. Groppi saw a major win as City Hall adopted a strong open housing ordinance. The measure bans most but two housing sale or rental categories, exemptions include single family homes and owner occupied duplexes, affecting about 95 percent of sales.

Milwaukee Wisconsin James E. Groppi National Association For the Advancement of Colored People Father Groppi

Weather Snapshot for Rockies and U S Regions

Clear to partly cloudy skies expected across the Rocky Mountains and most of the United States. Weather outlook indicates generally calm conditions with minimal precipitation in broad areas. Temperature ranges unspecified in the fragment.

Rocky Mountains

Queen-Elect Here at Apple Blossom Festival

Anne Eisenhower and her mother said they have had no new report on the general’s condition and have not spoken with him today. None of the other Eisenhower children will attend the festival, Mrs. Eisenhower stated.

Anne Eisenhower Amsherst Mass Philadelphia Upperville Byrd Home

Queen-elect Eisenhower details and festival schedule

The report outlines Anne Eisenhower as queen-elect and her court, with details on the coronation ceremony and parade plans in Winchester. It notes arrivals of celebrities, festival events, and municipal activities ahead of the festival opening.

Firemen Parade Schedule for Winchester Honorary Marshal

Miss Davis serves as grand marshal for the 202 unit Firemen Parade starting Cameron Street at 4 30 p m with a 6 p m sweep across the route. She will ride in the marshal car and attend a series of receptions and events including a key to the city presentation, all as part of Winchester and Frederick County Fire Department celebrations.

Eddie Bracken Skeeter Davis Nashville, Tenn Cheryl Ariller Cameron St Bageant Handley Blvd Miss Davis James Wood High School A. Ryland Conner Frank Armstrong II John O. Marsh, Jr F. L. Largent, Jr Raritan Charles Allen F. M. Funk Davis George Washington Friendship Fire Hall Battaile Winchester Frederick County Madrigal Singers Cherie Starlite Playboys

Australian police seek James Earl Ray in King killing case

Canberra police are conducting a nationwide search for James Earl Ray also known as Eric Starvo Galt. The United States FBI cabled that Ray may have fled to Australia after being charged with the murder of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the United States.

Canberra Australia James Earl Ray United States Martin Luther King Jr U.S Federal Bureau of Investigation Ray Eric Starvo Galt

Weather brief from Associated Press

The Associated Press reports on weather conditions abroad and at home, noting regional temperature trends, precipitation chances, and notable storm movements affecting travel and daily plans across several locales.

Five Day Forecast for Winchester Virginia May 1

Partly cloudy tonight with a chance of showers and a low around 40. Thursday will be fair with highs near 70. The five day outlook calls for temperatures near 70 with lows around 40 Friday into the weekend. Scattered showers possible Friday or Saturday with up to a quarter inch total. Sunset 8 06 p.m. Moonset 12 22 a.m.

Rainfall figures show five year totals and monthly averages

Rainfall data through May 4 1968 shows year to date accumulation of 9.32 inches and total 1963 33.46 1964 31.63 1965 26.85 1966 33.82 1967 36.48. Average monthly rainfall for 55 years lists values such as 2.41 in January 2.19 in February 3.13 in March 3.66 in May and 3.78 in July with an overall January–December average of 36.50 inches.

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Siberian chipmunk description notes distinct stripe pattern

The borunduki is described as the Siberian chipmunk with five broad black back lines separated by four light stripes. The text notes its pelt is affected by the fur trade.

C P May Stave Off Threatened Strike

Hopeful signs emerge that a three year contract may be reached to prevent a wage reopener strike by the Communications Workers of America against Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone. Union officials say results on a strike authorization vote could come after the Wednesday midnight deadline. Normal service is reportedly maintained as some workers stay home.

Richmo Communications Workers of America Afl-Cio Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Donald Arnold CWA International Virginia Arnold C&p Agaist Western Electri Co Bell Telephone System

May Day 1968 Showed Lines of Strain Across Communist World

On May Day 1968 the Soviet bloc displayed military might and denounced imperialism while Prague’s reformers faced heavy pressure. China celebrated quietly, and Vietnam praised Ho Chi Minh as the U.S. and NATO rivalries dominated the day.

Associated Press Soviet Union Czechoslovakia Moscow East Berlin Warsaw United States Prague Alexander Dubcek China Nese Peking Mao Tse-tung Ho Chi Minh Hanoi Latin America Asia Europe Lenin Red Square Andrei A. Grechko

Little Miss Muffet Question Set

Answers list includes Little Miss Muffet for Q1 and Tobacco Golf Bauxite East River in New York Indiana William Henry Harrison Galileo and Heart for other prompts. The items mix trivia type responses without narrative context.

East River New York Indiana William Henry Harrison Galileo Heart

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