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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1954
Page
4
In a May 10, 1954 note from the Winchester Evening Star the editor reflects that the lofty place given wisdom made the Hebrew people one of the world’s great races. He asserts wisdom is the principal thing and that its price is above rubies. The remark frames a contemplation on value and virtue.
The Virginia governor signed a bill protecting the state flower the dogwood from commercial cutting. Garden clubs urge property owners to plant dogwoods, arguing more trees will make Virginia more beautiful each spring across hillsides and valleys.
The piece notes a surge in long ball hitting as Stan Musial belts five homers in two games, matching Babe Ruth era flair. It discusses the entertainment draw and the strain on pitching staffs, with managers worried that power hitters may eclipse traditional strategy and skill. It also touches on defectors from the Soviet Union seeking freedom in the West.
The piece argues New England manufacturers misread shifts in industry, blaming the South for dairy and textile competition. It notes Ives and Thye pushing price support bills, claims of Southern invasion are disingenuous, and concludes New England must up its game with cheaper, superior goods. The tone is robust and admonitory.
The article discusses Russians fleeing the Soviet Union seeking freedom in the West. It notes abuses abroad and the fear of purges upon return, especially for those close to Beria. It suggests many Russians remain loyal due to the motherland’s pull, complicating potential large scale defections.
Handley High School captured the state track title as Grim and Diebeler posted new records. A marriage notice announces Miss Ann Dorsey to Willard Eugene Slonaker. Hospital readouts mention Mrs. Herbert Hershman and Mrs. Vernon Haines undergoing operations at Winchester Hospital. The city’s total real estate and personal property value stands at ten million dollars as local residents attend Show Boat at Capitol Theatre.
Mrs C E Channing of Washington was guest of Mr and Mrs Herbert S Larrick. Mrs Edgar Whiting and Miss Julia Whiting returned home after a two day Baltimore tour of gardens and homes in Maryland. Miss Mildred Jones of Washington spent several days with her parents Mr and Mrs W E Jones at their home here.
Lt and Mrs Edward H Grove announce the birth of a son. Mrs Grove is the former Miss Janet Rockwell and Miss Helen Marie Jenkins of Washington.
Judge and Mrs D H Bragonier visited their son Jamie in New York while Miss Blanche Forney returned from Martinsburg to visit Miss Mary Christmore. Captain George W Kurtz attended the Virginia Funeral Directors convention of which he is president.
Pat Waldo, longtime Ringling Bros veteran, laments shrinking American circus careers. He notes few youths pursue professional acts, praising current performers from 19 nationalities while recalling his 51 years with the Big Show. Older acts linger as clowns and elephants endure.
Questions and answers explain that ships were built on Great Lakes slipways and moved through the Chicago Drainage Canal to the Mississippi River. The era produced 72 cargo ships of 5,000 tons and 28 large submarines.
The text states there are about 400 million Mohammedans or Moslems worldwide but very few in the United States and no statistics available for this group.
The text notes that heart tissue distribution is roughly equal between left and right sides and that some people may have the heart apex on the right side rather than the left.
Lebanon became fully independent after an agreement with France in 1944. The country adopted a republican government with a unique feature: the 77-seat legislature is divided by religious sect rather than by political party.
Rainfall for past 48 hours ends today at 7 am totals 1.21 inches with 1954 year to date at 10.39 inches. Average over 41 years 36.84 inches. Monthly averages listed: January 2.51, February 1.96, March 2.92, April 3.14, May 3.92, June 8.88, July 3.70, August 3.76, September 2.69, October 3.16, November 2.61, December 2.51.
Dr. Bundesen explains that pregnancy does not cause tooth decay and the unborn child does not draw calcium from the mother’s teeth. Decay rises mainly from sugar intake and poor oral hygiene. a balanced diet does not prevent decay and toothpaste choice should focus on decay prevention.
A town fire ends with a woman dying to recover money left in her apartment. The tale, though true, reads as a parable on the love of money and the value of how we spend our lives. The author urges readers to invest life in worthier aims than wealth.
A 10 day quiz tests daily results from 100 questions. Scoring ranges label different levels from Memory Genius to Good. The page includes ten sample questions about politics, history, literature, law, and science with a request to turn to page 2 for answers.
John Mark guides Julia from a doorway planning a quiet cover story while Raven’s schemes unfold. Julia admits love but remains cautious as Johnny vows to manage events and keep the truth from Gale. The scene ends with Julia deciding to focus on nursing and trust in Johnny’s arrangements.
In a quiet Christmas morning Julia wakes weary as Gale enjoys indolence with Mama Harriet. Gale frets over Ravel and Pierce Albright while John-Mark, Tony, and Dr. Marshall loom in plans for a festive but uneasy day amid a neglected old house and looming concerns.
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