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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1962

Page

2

Deaths and Funerals William L Webber

William L Webber died early this morning at his residence after a long illness. He was born in Fred and was husband of Goldier Crisman. A retired Woolen Mill worker and member of Pine Grove Church, he leaves five sons Harry, Roy, Guy, Elwood, and Lee. two daughters Mary and Ada Dorsey. four siblings and a host of relatives. Funeral Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Jones Funeral Home. burial Pine Grove Cemetery.

Goldier Crisman Webber Pime Grove Harry Webber Roy Webber Guy Webber Elwood Webber Winchester Lee Webber Clearbrook Mary Webber Ada Dorsey Steph Ehew White Hall Hensel Inwood W. Va Snowden Webber Pikeside West Virginia Holland Webber Carlisle Virginia Braithwite Martinsburg Jones Funeral Home Pine Grove Cemetery

Polaris Tests and Polaris Submarines in Nuclear Strategy

The article notes ongoing nuclear weapon tests in the Pacific beginning April 25 to validate weapons and assess effects on U S missiles radar and silos. It highlights the Minuteman and Polaris as central to U S strategic power with five Polaris subs active sixteen missiles each and a 41 sub fleet planned by 1967. Five subs were assigned to NATO with more promised.

Pacific United States U.S Polaris North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Front Royal planners meet governor on industrial development

Warren County Development Topic reports a Richmond visit by Front Royal industrial leaders to discuss attracting new industry. A public hearing planned in Front Royal will include State Industrial and Development and Planning officials. The Warren Rifles UDC discusses the Johnson Showcase unveiling set for May 20 and the Battle Monument rededication with music by Randolph Macon Academy band.

Front Royal Warren Rifles U.D.C Johnson J. M. Brake Battle Monument Randolph-Macon Academy Band Deward E. Walker

Five New Directors Named by Front Royal Chamber

The Front Royal Warren Chamber of Commerce will announce five new directors at a dinner tonight starting at 6 30 p m in the Virginia Gentlemen Restaurant. The event aims to introduce the new leadership to members and the community.

Front Royal Front Royal-Warren

Virginia adds 23 new plants and 23 existing industries

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Economic Development reports 23 new industries and 23 existing plants in the first quarter. Combined, these projects are expected to employ 800 to 1,300 workers, including the Virginia Aerosol Co. in Winchester as a notable new plant.

Richmond Virginia Dept. of Conservation and Economic Development Virginia Aerosol Co Winchester

Martinsburg Doctor Victor Glover Dies at 74

Dr. Victor L. Glover, a longtime Martinsburg physician and sports enthusiast, died this Friday in Martinsburg. A 1914 University of Maryland graduate, he practiced in Martinsburg since 1918 and served as team physician since the team’s formation. He was a Shepherd College graduate and World War I veteran.

Martinsburg Victor L. Glover Martinsburg City U. of Md Glover Shepherd College

Shepard College President Warns of Enrollment Boom

Dr Oliver Ikenberry told Shepherd Alumni Association members at the Jefferson County 90th Anniversary Alumni Rally that enrollment at Shepherd College could exceed 1500 in the next decade. He said the college would need many new facilities including a new library described as the school's greatest need.

Shepherdstown Shepherd College Oliver Ikenberry Ikenberry

Federal Grand Jury to Get Conspiracy Case

Martinsburg Berkeley County figures arrest records show Martin B Gavis 24 of Win seen charged with conspiracy and transporting and soliciting services of two 16 year old girls across state lines The grand jury hearing date in Martinsburg is uncertain Gavis posted bond while another defendant could not raise 1000 dollars.

Martinsburg Martin B. Gavis Win- Sue Aes Gregory Od Simnaesen T. Dingler Gavis Finucane Berkeley County Dingler

Singer Walks Off Stage at Wolfton Club Show

In Sydney Johnnie walked off the stage during a Wolton club night main act. Promoter Lee Gordon said the upset stemmed from gambling machine noise. Ray blamed faulty amplifying equipment for the disruption and performed only 12 minutes of the scheduled 35. Dudley Locke, the club manager, said he would stop payment on a $1 112 check to the entertainer.

Sydney Australia Johnnie Wolton Lee Gordon Ray Dudley Locke

Navy Chief Ayers to Lead Roanoke Church Group

Mr. Ayers a chief petty officer with 19 years in active and reserve Navy will assume his new position May 15. Mr. Milam resigns effective May 31 as part of changes at the Roanoke Baptist Church and United Commercial Travelers project.

Planned campus expansion with arts building and dorms

The speaker outlined future facilities including a new fine arts building and new dormitories for both men and women as part of campus expansion.

Auction Listings Start May Sales Directory Highlights

A sequence of auctions and sales across Maryland and Virginia from May 8 to May 19. Listings cover cattle, farm equipment, furniture, antiques, appliances, real estate, and vehicles. Auctions led by Paul Wenger, Orndorff Cole Auctioneers, Miller Tharpe, and others.

Richard Clark Hancock, Md Thompson Township Paul Wenger Denny’s Commission Winchester Orndorff & Cole Auctioneers Ralph W. Horst Chambersburg Marion Headley Shawnee Fire Hall Rt. 7 W. D. Orndorff Stan Haworth Auction Co Edith R. Keeler S. Kent St Bank of Charles Town William Travers Coe Citizens Fire Hall Washington & West Sts W. Va Miller & Tharpe Court Manor Arena New Market Canning Land Co Scully & Woltz Frederick County Court House S. Washington St Charles R. Duvall B. L. Lewis Bufflick Road Alton P. Ashby Brucetown

Three Hurt In Wrecks At City Intersections

Police report two separate Saturday accidents. Miss Baddour driving west on Whitlock collided with Mr Lamp on Loudoun, causing a total loss to the Baddour car and about $200 damage to the Lamp vehicle. A second crash on Millwood Ave injured Charles Blair and caused $160 damage to his car and $160 to John Schuller Jr.’s parked vehicle.

Loudoun St Whitlock Ave Fend Dede Hin Taunt & Ever Alvin Johnson Carroll Mauck Miss Badoour Whitlock Lamp Loudoun Carl Wilson Lamp Charles Edward Blair Kent &J Millwood Ave John C. Schuller, Jr

NATO to review comprehensive U S nuclear studies

U S plans to share comprehensive yet previously top secret nuclear studies with NATO allies to aid understanding of the consequences of nuclear war. Actual bomb making techniques will be withheld. The initiative reflects belief that tactical use could trigger a general nuclear conflict and aims to boost conventional forces.

NATO U.S America France

Estes probe sparks resignations and staff dismissals

Estes called for a full investigation into its ties with the department. Freeman labels it a GOP bid to hinder farm legislation. The case prompted the resignation of Emery E. Jacobs and the firing of William Morris after testimony about Estes clothing gifts. Ralph denied receiving gifts.

Estes Department Freeman Emery E. Jacobs Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service William Morris James T. Ralph Ralph

Weather Outlook and Obituary Notice

The forecast shows mostly sunny mild conditions from Tuesday through Saturday with temperatures 2 to 5 degrees above normal. Also—Howard M. Herron, 72, retired board chairman of California Texas Oil Corp., died Friday, having retired in 1954 after 47 years in the oil industry.

Fan Solr Tong

Rainfall figures for past 49 years and monthly averages

Rainfall data shows none in the last 48 hours ending 8 30 today. May rainfall totals 1 16 inches. 1962 year to date 4 31 inches. 49 year average total 36 86 inches with monthly averages by month from January 2 42 to December 2 40 inches.

Warehouseman's Sale for Mrs Beltro ut at Winchester VA

Auction notice announces a storage account settlement sale of household furniture by Denny Commission Sales at Berryville Pike Winchester Virginia on Wednesday May 9 1962 at 7 p m Cash terms. Auctioneer is Denny Cole acting under Patton's Storage authority.

Madelon Beltrout Hagerstown Maryland Denny’s Commission Sales Berryville Pike Winchester Virginia Denny Cole

Warehouseman Sale at Denny's Auction Winchester Virginia

Storage account of Mrs Dorothy Russell of 4702 Rutgers Street Northwest Roanoke Virginia is settled by auctioning household items at Denny's Auction Sales on Berryville Pike Winchester Virginia. Items include bed sofa bed chairs tables mirrors cleaners lamps and other furnishings. Sale time 7 p m Wednesday May 9 1962.

Dorothy Oo. Russell Rutgers Street N.W Roanoke Virginia Denny's Berryville Pike Winchester Denny’s Commission Sales

Weather Roundup From The Associated Press

Nationwide weather brief notes by the Associated Press report various conditions. It captures temperature trends precipitation and localized advisories across regions without heavy detail.

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