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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1949
Page
4
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The article details Cominform efforts to revive Macedonian independence aims via Greece and media broadcasts. It notes Tito’s Yugoslav Macedonia’s limited autonomy, population splits, and Moscow’s goal of a separate free Macedonian state linking Bulgaria and Albania to fence Yugoslavia. It also mentions a possible Balkan peace proposal in the UN.
A recent public meeting focused on the merits of Federal Aid education and public school problems. Interest grows in what is described as an easy solution to funding and operational challenges.
A Virginia editorial argues against expanding federal aid for public education. It contends $6 million in state funds would be sent to Washington, with only about $5 million returned after administration costs, and urges Virginia to collect and spend taxes locally to maintain control over schools.
George Pine, a drugstore owner, is chosen president by Berryville retail merchants. Walter Bosserman Jr. and Mrs. Harry Deckert tie with Harry Kern Jr. and Mrs. Nancy Allen in a Scotch foursome opener of the Winchester club season. Patsy Ritter of 617 South Braddock Street receives a bid to the Monogram club at Farmville State Teachers College.
1944 five years ago reports say Germans claim elimination of a Russian bridgehead at Gevastopol and intensifying artillery at Anzio. Mrs. Beatrice Wisecarver of 8 W Cork St loses her right hand in an accident at Virginia Woolen Co. Winchester Evening Star newsboys attend Bright Lights show at Old Fair Grounds.
Ten years ago John L. Lewis issued directives to organize signing of labor contracts in remote coal districts. Vance Bourjaily wins the state short story contest as Premier Deladier contemplates expanding France's military forces.
Twenty five years ago heavy rains flood Valley and Whitlock Avenues. Skeleton unearthed during excavation as entire Valley is swept by flood. Churches cancel services trains delayed and cellars flooded. Handley High School roof leaks from rain.
Hal Boyle critiques a study of 103 elderly psychologists showing concerns from age 18 to 45 like idealism, appearance, morality, job security, health, and ambitions. He likens them to trapped mice in a maze and contrasts them with ordinary people, then reflects on spiritual perception from Peter Grim.
The article explains gout in early stages can reveal its worst features if neglected, with joint inflammation high uric acid and sodium urate deposits. Attacks are triggered by foods alcohol fats and stress. allergy and pollen sensitivity may play a role and colchicine or epinephrine can alleviate symptoms.
A trivia feature lists ten questions with daily scoring where 9 or 10 correct earns a Memory Genius and lower scores reflect different tiers. It asks about ages in the proverb three score and ten, Passion versus Palm Sunday, thrift apostle on a 50 cent piece, an English proverb, a Notre Dame Laetare Medal winner, Man o War versus Kentucky Derby, RS VP language, Truman’s birthday age, miners union affiliations, and Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.
The General Assembly's special 58 nation committee endorsed Israel's bid by 33 to 11 with 13 abstentions and one absence. If the full Assembly follows, the year-old nation could become the 59th UN member, with a final decision due tomorrow.
Cecily reveals her death is near and chooses to give joy to friends rather than drama as Beatrice contemplates love, loyalty, and sacrifice. David returns, rekindling connection as Cecily hosts a sophisticated dinner and theater outing with Henry Boarman.
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