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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1947
Page
5
An editorial urges backing Handley student government led by president Chug and calls for continued effort next year. The junior paper names Marguerite Christian as editor and Sara Sencindiver as assistant, replacing Lila Robinson and Betty Cather.
Advertisement touts Peterson's Ointment as fast relief for pimples eczema and irritated skin with a money back guarantee after one use. Also mentions Peterson's Feet Ointment for tired feet and cracked toes sold by druggists at 35 cents.
The Handley twelve placed first or second at district and traveled to Charlottesville for state competition. Handley scored 35 points to clinch the class 3 title, with Hink Lewis winning the broad jump and Alson Smith taking the 880 and 440 and part of the relay. Six team members earned VL for five plus points, and a lighter discus record of 128 feet was set. Other team members include Rev Spiker, Kenneth Lake, Tody Keller, Loring Burkhart, Edwin Babb, and Donald Garber.
Marianne Walters shines as a versatile senior with strong dance talent in ballet tap and acrobatics. She sings soprano in the Glee Club and serves on student committees while awaiting her diploma and pursuing future plans.
A senior, Verde Werde, named best all around gal in the Class of 1947, has served as class secretary for three years and as G O representative. She edited the HANDLIAN, boosts class activities, and participates in Library Club and monogram club. Her interests include football and plans post graduation in interior decorating.
Jeanine Williams, a Handley High School senior from Virginia Avenue, joined the Senior Class in the sixth grade and quickly became an active member. She helped solicit ads for the Handlian and served on the Senior dance committee, building a record of leadership and participation.
Jeanine, a Library Club member and volleyball player, plans to pursue stenography and telephone work after graduation. Anne Beverley Wright, a Handley senior, is featured for her acting, singing, and editorial roles, with athletic and academic honors and a Virginia connection.
A playful radio drama line invites listeners to imagine Anne’s future as the crystal ball wobbles. The host encourages crafting a vivid picture of ABW in years ahead, signaling a personalized, imaginative segment.
A Handley student nicknamed Clifton joins the Dignified Seniors after serving in the Infantry with overseas duty. He performs with the Glee Club and A Cappella Choir and is slated to receive his diploma on June 12. He plans to study at Benjamin Franklin University in Washington, D C.
In a community inquiry, Smitty praises the night life at Apple Blossom while Jack Duvall notes the Southern Dairies float presence. Elmon Golden mentions E. P. from Washington, and Betty Baker reacts with UM. Dot Coffman recalls Thursday night events. Anne Beverley Wright cites glorious confusion as June Grubbs notes the boys being home. Betty June Hurst enjoys the ferris wheel and Shirley Werdebaugh loves fuzzy candy and photos. Barbara Sprenkle highlights balloons with repeated enthusiasm.
A fragment lists multiple tunes and performers including Anne B Wright What am I going to do about you Bernice Hodson I M Gloss My eyes Jimmy Rose All By Myself on a pageant Would You Believe Me Donald Garber Mam selle Dorothy Campbell Sentimental Reasons Dick Owens Anniversary Song Gladys Miller Heartaches Bobby McKee My Best To You Ruth Scott eVoo do Moon Willie Wolverton April Showers.
Charles Compton arraigned in Corporation Court and pleaded guilty to auto larceny and stealing $100 from the FR and S Poultry Company in Winchester. He waived a jury trial and received 12 months on each charge to run consecutively, with a probation report requested. Attorney Joseph Massie Jr. was appointed by the court.
Mrs. Eana Combs hosted a birthday anniversary dinner at her Apple Pie Ridge home in Virginia on May 28. Attendees included Ruth Dunham Florence Dunham Melvin Puffenburger from Glengarry W A and Stuart Hawkins from Sunnyside. Evening guests were W H Cochran of Albin and Olle Hartman of Baltimore. Master Roy Shifflet suffered a broken collarbone.
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