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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1962
Page
11
AP interviews with leading Chicago area business chiefs show belief in Kennedy sincerity but concern over rising federal rules and regulatory actions. Executives warn against anti business sentiment and urge restraint as price policy debates and enforcement tighten tensions.
Six men were found dead near Newport Beach after their 25 foot cabin cruiser sank in rough seas. Three others remain missing as Coast Guard and local divers search the area. Autopsies indicate drowning with shark bites possible for several victims while debris and a bait tank were recovered from the sunken craft.
Vice Brookes offers 9 rug directions with materials list and patterns in pattern 7331. Send 35 cents plus 10 cents for first class mailing to Alice Brooks at Winchester Evening Star for 127 Needlecraft Dept. New York. Include name address zone and pattern number. 1962 Needlecraft Catalog also advertises 200 designs with 25 cents for mail order.
The ouster of Rev. Dr. Stuart Hamilton Merriam as minister of Broadway Presbyterian Church prompted 275 worshippers to walk out of morning services. A remaining 125 heard the presbytery administrator outline Merriam’s alleged leadership deficiencies and a prior closed meeting decision.
Dozens of teenagers parked shiny bikes before the altar at St. Mary of Eton Hackney London for a service of thanksgiving and dedication. The Anglican vicar Rev William F Shergold 38 a motorcyclist led the service praying that the riders may keep others safe on the road.
About 900 Lisbon University students jailed for a sitdown strike against Premier Antonio de Olaya. A government spokesman said those linked to triggering hunger strikes remained in custody for further questioning. unrest began last March during Education World Student Day demonstrations.
Louisville AP reports children of Springlee near Louisville won a local dispute over ice cream vendors. The trustees meeting backed their petition, finding vendors could not be barred legally. The odd note mentions a vast Pacific Ocean fact framed as aside.
A papier mache Smoky bear prank at the Washington Marine barracks led to a Marine’s death near Woodbridge Virginia. The bear and flagpole were toppled during an attempted placement on a veteran home lawn. Pvt. Othy M. Parsons, 21, of Pittsburgh, was injured but survived, held under administrative restriction pending investigation.
Cunard Line will move the Queen Elizabeth from transatlantic service to Bahama cruises next winter. The 83,000-ton liner will run three five day trips from New York to Nassau with a two day Bahamas stay, capacity cut to 1,300 from 2,200.
A historical note states Tunisia was occupied by France in 111 and gained independence in 1985, marking a dramatic shift in colonial and postcolonial status.
Prince Edward County leader Rev. Francis L. Griffin urged Governor Harrison and President Kennedy to declare an emergency and reopen all public schools in the county. He said federal or state intervention is needed as 1,300 Negro children remain without formal schooling while the board meets to decide on reopening.
A daily vocabulary note presents plaintive meaning expressive of sorrow or melancholy. The example phrasing hints at how the word conveys sadness in music or tone while inviting learners to adopt it in usage.
In Munich and Berlin reports, a German Protestant pastor cites teen incidents linked to pop music to warn of its influence. Hegele argues youth must self reflect on music choices, noting rhythm’s power and the danger of misdirected devotion.
New York AP reports Art Carney failed hosting duties in a patchwork clip heavy NBC program with Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe among tasteless footage. CBS offered Acres and Pains, while Yves Mortand on Broadway drew praise for its witty cast and music.
A NBC telecast features The Weird Tailor at 9 00 with a plot about a man killing his son through sorcery and attempts a revival. The Bing Crosby Special airs at 9 00 on ABC with guests Bob Hope Edie Adams Smothers Brothers and Gary Crosby exploring The Good Life in the U S A. King of Diamonds airs at 9 30 on CBS starring Broderick Crawford as a jewel thief shifts operations to America.
A sprawling broadcast lineup lists shows from The Three Stooges and News time through The Tonight Show and various movie titles. Programs include Gunsmoke style westerns, comedies like Burns and Allen, soap operas, and kids cartoons with numerous time slots and network notes.
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