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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1962

Page

3

Rites Set Tomorrow for Union Officer Monument

Dayton prepares for a ceremony honoring Lt. Col. Thomas F. Wildes, the first Union officer commemorated in the South. Confederate veterans at 12 mile hike and a parade will lead to a Main Street dedication at an 18 by 24 inch plaque, with Mayor James O. Metts present.

Dayton Thomas F. Wildes South Stonewall Jackson Wildes Phil Sheridan White Don Main St James O. Metts

Former Philadelphia worker back from Soviet union admits tragic mistake

David Paul Johnson and his family returned to Idlewild Airport disillusioned after eight years of supportive Communist activity in Philadelphia. He called the Soviet Union an evil place, saying ten minutes there reveal the truth. The family had sold possessions and faced delays due to immigration issues before reuniting with relatives in Manchester, New Hampshire.

NEW York Philadelphia United States Soviet Union David Paul Johnson Idlewild Airport Johnson Johnsons Cole Lindsey Idlewild State Department London Joanne Pennsylvania Railroad Leningrad Moscow

Knights of Erin to March in New Uniforms

The Knights of Erin drum and bugle corps of the Reuss Fire Co vote to buy new uniforms for the marching group and new flags for standard bearers. Picnic meetings are scheduled for July and August with family outings and two member meetings announced.

Knights of Erin The Reuss Fire Co

Apple Blossom Festival Grants Receive From Chair Rentals

About $250 was raised from chair rentals and refreshment concessions at the Apple Blossom Festival. Newton McDonald, the company’s oldest member, was presented a gift as he nears his 93rd birthday tomorrow.

Newton McDonald McDonald

Truck Operator Is Unharmed as Big Overturns

A truck driver, Harry White age 41 of this city, survived a early morning overturn on U S Route 11 six miles north of Winchester. The Crown Cork and Seal truck carrying about 14 000 cardboard boxes hit a utility pole then slid back onto the road. Damage was about 10 000 and two hours were needed to clear the debris.

Harry White L. A. Estep U.S. Rt. 11 Winchester White Crown Cork and Seal Co William McNutt

Memorial Weathered Injuries From Waterloo Incident

Mrs. McNutt sustained a knee injury and Mr. McNutt had cuts and bruises after a wreck near Waterloo. The injured were taken to a hospital for treatment yesterday.

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