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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1949
Page
4
A ruler rises in Egypt without knowledge of Joseph. The biblical account notes a shift in leadership affecting Hebrew communities and social dynamics within the kingdom. The situation sets the stage for later oppression and migration narratives.
The piece reports Senator Hickenlooper and Senator Vandenberg urging President Truman to dismiss David E. Lilienthal as Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission. It notes concerns about Uranium 235 disappearance, Communist ties, isotope shipments abroad, and Lilienthal's record on government overreach and fiscal controls.
The appellate court orders seven Chicago policewomen restored to civil rights and jobs after firings for fibbing about ages. The ruling rests on a legal technicality, provoking debate over age declarations and civil service fairness.
Current Opinion warns that secret labeling may hide administrative blunders by the atomic energy commission. The piece argues secrecy obscures mistakes across defense and government, erodes congressional oversight, and suggests replacing the commission to restore public trust.
The obituary notes Adams native of Brooklyn and noted historian of early New England and Epic of America. It highlights his blend of scholarship and vivid writing, belief in individualism, concern over ethical decline, and his defining portrayal of the American dream as opportunity for all according to merit.
Berryville Lions elected W. D. Wisecarver Jr to serve as president. Bray defeats Berryville nine to 3 in a 17 to 3 game against Stonewall. Elizabeth DeHaven married Delmore Miller at the Sacred Heart church.
Strother Boyd reports two turkeys stolen while Winchester golf course opens for the season. Amanda Purtlebaugh and William Orn dorff announce their betrothal in the same item.
Hal Boyle advises new graduates to start with any job and build from there. He warns that campus life ends in a tougher world where honesty, work, brains, and friendship prevail. He jokes about marrying a wealthy woman but cautions against reforming a drinker.
Earl L. Douglas discusses the dangers of using alcohol to forget troubles and cautions that moderate drinking often leads to alcoholism. He notes the Librarians of Congress have numbered ten in 145 years, with three serving over 30 years: Meehan, Spofford, and Putnam.
An article discusses sprue or Celiac disease, its symptoms including diarrhea and anemia, vitamin deficiencies, and fat absorption issues. It notes liver extract as curative, folic acid benefits pernicious anemia, and various diets to improve absorption, with optimism about treating and overcoming sprue.
A reader quiz outlines a 10 day scoring scheme with daily results ranging from memory genius to good based on correct answers. It lists ten sample questions from general knowledge and history, inviting readers to turn to page 2 for correct answers.
Nineveh church memorializes William Cross Miller with a silver baptismal bowl placed during the May 8 1949 service. Miller's leadership in Sunday School picnics and singing is recalled, with the inscription noting his birth November 6 1878 and death March 12.
Letter from Linda R. Schiffler criticizes a Star front page headline about surgery and gender, arguing it tests public decency and ideals. She urges the press to guide culture and protect children’s upbringing.
Since its opening as a historic site the home and grave of Franklin D Roosevelt have drawn many visitors. Through March 31 1949 the grave had been visited by 1 413 16? persons.
A 1949 church item notes a donation or gift to Nineveh Presbyterian Church presented by the congregation. The record emphasizes communal support and the donor group rather than a single person.
Porter returns from service and confesses past betrayals while Beatrice learns of Bonnie and Buck Dunn. They acknowledge shared happiness, pledge tenderness, and vow to rebuild their life together away from further turmoil. Marianne enters, Porter calls Bee and Marianne “my two girls” as they reunite.
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