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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1952

Page

4

Local Paper Publishes Daily COPTES in Winchester Virginia

The issue notes more than 8 000 copies are published every afternoon except Sundays at 24 North Kent Street Winchester Virginia edited by H F Byrd Jr national representatives DeLisser Inc New York City and press offices. The piece reflects on work and rest citing a Biblical reference to God resting on the seventh day per Jesus teachings.

North Kent Winchester Virginia DeLisser, Inc East 44Th Street New York City Jesus God

Public benefactor Blakeslee dies at 72 after storied AP career

Howard W. Blakeslee, longtime science editor for the Associated Press, dies at 72. He shaped public understanding of atomic science and medical advances through concise, accessible reports and inspired his son Alton W. Blakeslee to carry on his work. The piece praises his life philosophy and ties to science education amid criticism of children’s book censorship debates.

Howard W. Blakeslee Mr. Blakeslee Associated Press Mr Blakeslee The Blakeslee Alton W. Blakeslee

Suffering Children and a Downbeat Spirit in Markets

In a period of gloom analysts note waning investor confidence and softer momentum across sectors. Executives warn that sagging demand and rising costs threaten near term earnings while policymakers debate steps to stimulate growth.

Kefauver backs mandatory presidential preferential primaries

Senator Estes Kefauver calls for a constitutional amendment to require presidential preferential primaries in all states. He argues current nominations are controlled by party bosses and voters have limited influence without binding primaries, urging the electorate to pressure delegates and leaders to reflect the people's will.

Estes Kefauver Sien

Pulitzer Prizes Highlight Journalism and Arts Winners

The awards honor The St. Louis Post-Dispatch for government corruption exposés and John Higne tower of The Associated Press for international reporting. Anthony Laviere of The Washington staff is recognized for securing a Wake Island talks record between President Truman and General MacArthur in October 1950.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch John Hignetower Associated Press Anthony Laviere Washington Truman General MacArthur Wake Island

Clarke County Supervisors Elect New Chairman

News notes from a year ago include John M. Fishpan elected chairman of the Clarke County Board of Supervisors. Other items mention births, social visits, a Gold Cup race trip to Warrenton, a Legion meeting with Burr Powell Harrison as speaker, a UDC chapter gathering, Corregidor’s fall, and an 82nd birthday party for Mrs. Margaret Parish hosted by the Shingletons on South Cameron Street.

John M. Fishpan Clarke County Board of Supervisors Burr Powell Harrison Conrad-Hoover Pst American Legion Wyatt Richard Middle Road Turner Ashby United Daughters of the Confederacy Margaret Parish Gore N. B. Shingleton South Cameron Street

Rotary luncheon features Prof Legge addressing Handley HS agriculture

Miss Cottle Bryan Wyndham of Berryville was among 36 nurses who received diplomas at the University of Virginia School of Nursing. The event centered on a guest speech by Prof W R Legge, head of the agriculture department at Handley High School, during the weekly Rotary Club lunch.

W. R. Legge Agriculture Department Handley High School Rotary Club

Marriage of Roy T Marshall and Marion Bray

Roy T Marshall of South Market Street and Miss Marion Bray of Richmond were wed. Two Washington DC excursionists were arrested for drunkenness at Mt Hebron Cemetery.

Roy T. Marshall South Market Street Marion Bray Richmond Washington, DC Mt. Hebron Cemetery

Waterloo of the Old Guard in 1952 primaries

The piece argues that the 1952 primaries signal voter rejection of professional politicians like Truman and Taft. Kefauver tops Democrats and Eisenhower leads Republicans, with Stevenson and Douglas also considered. It critiques Truman's influence and speculates on possible cabinet moves and political fallout.

Old Guard

States issuing amateur radio special plates

The American Radio Relay League notes that Alabama Arkansas Florida Mississippi Missouri Nevada North Dakota Ohio Tennessee and Wisconsin issue special automobile plates or tags bearing amateur radio call letters. The Canal Zone also issues such plates.

Alabama Arkansas Florida Mississippi Missouri Nevada North Dakota Ohio Tennessee Wisconsin American Radio Relay League Canal Zone

Rainfall Totals and Averages for Past Period

Report shows 24 hour rainfall to 7 a.m. today none. May rainfall to date .56 inches. 1952 year-to-date 17.93 inches. 39 year average 36.79 inches. Monthly averages 1912-1951 include January 2.45, February 1.09, March 23.88, April 3.03, May 3.83, June 3.99, July 3.82, August 3.82, September 2.68, October 9.37, November 2.56, December 2.50.

Plastic Replacement of Bone Aids Fractured Hip in Aged

An aging patient benefits from plastic bone replacement allowing walking within three weeks after a hip fracture. The method replaces the femoral head with a plastic implant, reducing complications from inactivity and improving recovery compared with pins alone.

D. W

How's Your I Q based on 100 questions

Daily IQ quiz asks 100 questions over 10 days with scoring tiers Memory Genius Very Superior Good and Excellent. Sample questions cover geography NATO command ancient leagues chemistry magnets statehood Elliot university botany and Roman war terms. The text notes the equatorial doldrums as a very rainy band.

Lake Michigan Atlantic NATO

Bus Hunts Passengers In Centralia Detour Rescue

Bus driver Ralph Shook turns onto a detour blocked by street repairs. He spotted two regular riders, traced them to their home and honked, bringing two surprised fares back onto the route.

Centralia Ralph Shook Shook

GI Cooks Italian Dishes in Korea for GIs

Hoboken Pfc. Sam Mercurio sent a request for pizza and spaghetti from Korea. His family runs a Jersey City restaurant and sent the works. The GI in Korea reports many GIs ate in a tent in the snow and the supply ran short. Volunteers are now sending home more supplies.

Jersey City N. J Mama Mia Pfc Sam Mercurio Korea Sam

Composition of rain water in urban air

Rain water washes down dust soot pollen spores and similar material from the air. It contains dissolved oxygen nitrogen ammonia and carbonic acid. In fall through the impure atmosphere of cities it sometimes shows traces of nitric acid sulphuric acid and other components.

Two Ways and Different: Reform vs Redemption

The article contrasts reform with Biblical redemption. It argues reform alters behavior and programs, while redemption changes the person through spiritual regeneration, urging readers to seek biblical provision for world redemption.

POUND FOOLISH CHAPTER TWENTY-SIX H ENCOUNTERS AND REPAIRS

Leonie frets as a music party unfolds with Joseph and Uncle squabbling over cigars while Heloise consoles. The men perform with strong voices, Lincoln Calvert coughs, and Henri boasts of past powers. June ends with money worries and a plan to trim the housekeeping fund to fifty cents weekly. Miss Julie arrives with a joke.

Leonie Joseph Uncle Heloise Joe Lafayette Henri Lincoln Calvert Ave Mana Miss Lemay Lincoln Africa Briani O’donnells Ny Grain Henry Miss Julie Robert Motley King

Julie and Henri Share Peach Snack and Family News

Miss Julie and Henri chat in the piazza as a peach snack sparks reminiscence about Leonie Aunt Philippine and Annette. Julie notes Leonie’s birthday October ninth and reflects on aging, family ties, and expectations.

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