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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1954
Page
4
The article notes April hog prices reach 30 cents a pound in Chicago due to corn price supports. Producers plan to raise hog production by 10 percent or more, while forecasts suggest hogs could dip below 20 cents if pork falls with high corn feed costs, risking a renewed livestock price upheaval.
A spate of tornadoes and windstorms swept several states causing extensive destruction and many fatalities. Oklahoma reported over 30 tornadoes in a single day, mostly minor, as warning systems saved lives amid ongoing fear of such disasters.
The Richmond News Leader outlines U S debt milestones from March 31 1917 to April 30 1954 with figures for total debt and per capita burden. It notes peak wartime totals in 1919 and 1946, subsequent declines, and a per person debt of 1674 16. It also cites a per capita debt of 12 36 in World War I terms.
The article contrasts higher traffic fatalities in the state over a weekend with the tornadoes that passed, arguing that man-made dangers remain more persistent. It notes shelters protect from twisters, but traffic danger persists nationwide as drivers hurry on highways.
The growing parking problem has worsened nationwide over the past year. Cities lack adequate spaces in streets, lots, and garages as car ownership rises. High land costs deter investors from building new lots and garages, pushing businesses from central districts.
A shipbuilder considers diversifying into women’s apparel or pots and pans if ship orders falter, while a Alaskan gold miner seeks stockholder approval to branch into wood pulp. The piece suggests American drive lies in conceiving new ventures beyond traditional industries.
Washington reports that Moscow and Peiping have found a weakness in the Western anti-Communist front built by Truman and Eisenhower. The analysis notes limited Allied resolve in Korea and Indo China, with the U N and Britain and France providing far less than full support. It warns of continued Soviet-Chinese gains if Western unity and will remain weak.
A vintage quiz feature explains scoring by daily results from 100 questions across 10 days. It lists ten sample items asking about romance languages, a hoary beard, Cemetery Ridge, a river lyric, egg hatchings, the Wright brothers first flight site, England's national flower, fox rabies, Domreny and a famous French heroine, and a quoted line about a good boy.
Past 24 hours and year to date rainfall shown with totals. Ta m today May seventeenth records 1.43 inches for 1954 rainfall to date 10.61 inches. Average rainfall over 41 years stands at 36.84 inches. Monthly averages from 1912 to 1953 listed by month.
George Cather, son of Mr. and Mrs. Newton Cather, earned a trip to the National 4-H Club Camp at the Raleigh Hotel in Washington. Other local notes include a 50th wedding anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Dunn and various family milestones and military postings.
Robert Philpott enlisted in the Navy and was to report for induction in Baltimore. He was the son of Mr and Mrs R L Philpott of Gainesboro. His brother George was sta...
James Lineburg died at his Martinsburg home as winged ants infest the city over several days. The Weather Bureau forecasts fair conditions with frost at night. Turner A Kellican, age 18, dies from brain fever after a measles illness, at his home.
A physician reported a medicated lozenge that curbs cigarette cravings in some patients. The lozenges use benzacine and saccharin, dissolve on the tongue, and are taken about six times daily under medical guidance to aid quitting. They may also curb oral hunger tendencies beyond smoking.
Letter to The Star argues Shenandoah Valley has an official Miss Shenandoah Valley already chosen and celebrated at Winchester during the Apple Blossom Festival. Nancy Lee Hoskins of Shenandoah Valley city won the title, with judges from Washington publications and Virginia Military Institute involved. The writer calls the new contest an anti climax to the festival.
Freckles occur mainly on faces because that area receives the most sun exposure. The freckle age is roughly 10 to 20 years, during which freckles are most prominent. After the 20th year freckles tend to fade and disappear.
Julia hides in a bathroom scenting hair with perfume as John Mark and Mrs. Ravel discuss guests and visits. Ravel jokes about crashing the party while plans for a movie night and cards unfold amid light banter and family dynamics. Copyright 1961.
Julia Taber learns Sally Albright is in danger from a married man. Sally seeks help to hide the affair and plans to tell her father, while Dooley presses for disclosure and a safe path forward.
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