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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1960
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star issue notes subscription rates and office details for May 1960. It includes the Bible verse Psalm 9 17 and a quotation about nations forgetting God. The fragment ends with a historical reflection on cultural attainments and moral values.
State Senator William F. Stone of Martinsville warned that Virginia biennial spending will rise 350 percent above ten years ago, contrasting with a 70 percent federal non-defense increase. He criticized Governor Almond’s tax and spend plan and stressed the budget's growth.
International disputes over air rights above land grow as space exploration extends far beyond boundaries. Legal experts note nations claim infinite sovereignty above territory, but practical concerns like lack of landmarks and Earth’s curvature complicate any unlimited space jurisdiction.
The Star Files notes the Chamber of Commerce reached a new high with 390 members to date. Guests at Bartonsville included Mr and Mrs David Lowery and Seaman Vickery with Mrs Vickery of Charleston South Carolina. Mr and Mrs Roger Patrick Oakton announced the birth of a son, with Mrs Oakton formerly Miss Betty Walters.
The piece declares Micah 6 8 as a clear guide for everyday duty. It emphasizes that in most decisions the right path is obvious and urges honest self assessment.
Earl L. Douglass urges the reader to act justly even against personal urge to wrong. He cites to be just toward others and ourselves, loving mercy in every relationship. He concludes with the call to walk humbly by submitting to God's will.
In a Toronto suburb 13 000 homes wire for Paramount pay TV with $5 setup plus $1 per viewing. Viewers may still access free and other channels. Promoters claim strong demand despite earlier Bartlesville failure. The experiment could influence U S policy on airwaves and private rights to broadcast and space access.
The editorial argues Democratic attacks on President Eisenhower over the U-2 episode may backfire, noting Khrushchev used the issue in Paris to push a hard line. It asserts Eisenhower’s spokesman stressed US policy and defense needs, while Democrats risk appearing divided and partisan.
A humorous account of spinal anesthesia during surgery describes the patient remaining conscious and talking, comparing the experience to drinking martinis. The piece also notes Dr. Bundesen's controversial role and Chicago’s strong maternity safety record.
1935 report notes Adolf Hitler refused clemency for Wilhelm Krueger of Dusseldorf who betrayed military secrets and was beheaded in Berlin. The item also mentions Miss Mary Malady, visiting a sick friend, fracturing her hip on the way home and actors Leslie Howard and Merle Oberon starring in The Scarlet Pimpernel at the Capitol.
An official report from the Virginia State Horticultural Society notes Frederick County will harvest more apples than the entire Valley. The Star reports dancer Jim Coleman impressed crowds at the Empire on a three day engagement, hailed as the greatest dancer seen in Winchester. Mrs. Virginia Nulton hosted her son Howard Nulton of Richmond as guest.
The piece portrays President Eisenhower facing intensified political pressure after Khrushchev's harsh attacks and a damaged State Department handling of the spy plane issue. It notes the nation's prior respect and the president’s disciplined leadership, but warns that the coming months may be increasingly unpleasant.
Hal Boyle offers humorous urban exercise ideas to stay fit in a big city. He suggests playful and risky tasks like lifting newspapers, herding neighbors' children to the zoo, pushing through crowds, and racing a shopping cart to build strength while noting the hazards.
The article notes rising tensions as critics press President Eisenhower and his aides. Some commentators fear a shift toward sharper responses and more aggressive actions, potentially altering the tone of public discourse.
A terse verse by Luther Markin notes progress as buggies move without horses and ships without sails while pointing to the paradox of abundant cloth and many kept out of jail. The poem blends industrial imagery with social critique.
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