Winchester Evening Star Editorial Note
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1954
Page
4
Old Paths Guide to the Right Way in Unmarked Roads
A reflective note urges seekers to choose the marked route to a destination, warning that many have strayed on unmarked roads. It counsels asking for the old paths to discover the good way and to walk therein.
Wall Street Journal foresees steady economy through summer
The Journal predicts a leveling economy with growth through the summer and into fall. Interviews with financiers and industrialists show mixed views though most expect continued activity, construction gains, easier credit, and potential tax relief, barring a new inflation shock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street Journal
Hope for Arthritics and the Struggle for Cures
The piece recalls Sir William Osler’s critique of early arthritis care and notes arthritics numbered over 10 million in the United States. It acknowledges limited prevention and cautious talk of cures as doctors weigh treatments that suppress symptoms briefly before they return, while acknowledging decades of progress.
Cures and Prevention Tactics Rise Against Arthritis
The specialist says cure may be possible and people can learn to avoid arthritis and relieve pain. Patients may live long, useful lives with knowledge applied. Efforts focus on spreading knowledge to laymen for patient–doctor cooperation. Knowledge is a strong weapon against arthritis and related disabilities.
New York Moves Toward Compulsory Car Inspections
The New York Legislature backed compulsory auto inspections arguing they cut accidents caused by mechanical defects. Gov Dewey cites 8 percent of accidents from defects, and Virginia data show defects in fatal crashes. The piece notes inspections vary by state and highlights driver behavior as a major risk factor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
California
New Jersey
Virginia
Dewey
Chiago
Senate Wire-Tap Bill Aims to Balance Freedom and Security
Congress debates wire tapping with Senator McCarran steering in defense of civil liberties. The Senate bill tightens permits to six months and requires judicial sanction and security-based evidence, aiming to curb indiscriminate interceptions while allowing limited taps. If both houses accept limits, security and freedoms may be preserved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
McCarran
House of Representatives
Senate
House
Justice Department
News of Other Years: Local social and travel notes
Mrs. Howard Sheeley returned to Baltimore after visiting Mrs. Joseph dePuy here. Beverley Braithwaite, on 30 days leave, was a Memorial Hospital patient. Shirley Long of Mary Washington College planned a summer visit with her parents. Lt. Joseph P. Dorsey and Mrs. Dorsey visited in Alexandria and with local families. Mrs. Zella Hausenfluck and Mrs. Pauline Combs hosted the Wesley class at Stephens City Methodist. Several youths attended Fort Eustis CMT Camp. Mrs. Jennie Shreck hosted visitors from Ridgeway, W. Va. Mrs. James Hart remained ill in Martinsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Sheeley
Baltimore
Joseph dePuy
Beverley Braithwaite
C. W. Braithwaite
Memorial Hospital
Shirley Long
Mary Washington College
Lawrence Long
Joseph P. Dorsey
Alexandria
Ralph Dorsey
Allen T. Hawthorne
Robert Conrad
Washington Street
Carrie Hunter
Nancy Larrick
Winchester
Puerto Rico
Senora
Inez Mendoza de Minos
Governor’s Palace
Zella Hausenfluck
Pauline Combs
Wesley
Stephens City
Methodist Church
Jennie Shreck
D. W. Feltner
Ridgeway
W. Va
James Hart
Oakley Brandenburg
Martinsburg
Carrs Arrive From Clardsdale for Mrs Russell Visit
Mr and Mrs John B Carr arrive from Clardsdale Mississippi to be guests of Mrs H K Russell. Their visit reflects a social exchange typical of the season with plans to stay for several days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John B. Carr
Clardsdale
Miss
H. K. Russell
Social Notes Highlight Local Hosts and Visitors
Mrs. Harry K. Russell entertained the Ladies Bridge Whist Club at her Washington Street home. Mrs. Marshall McCormick and daughter Miss Jett McCormick visited Winchester. Mrs. Fannie G. Bartlett hosted Mr. William D. Timberlake of Jefferson County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry K. Russell
Ladies Bridge Whist Club
Washington Street
Marshall McCormick
J. Jett McCormick
Winchester
Fannie G. Bartlett
William D. Timberlake
Jefferson County
India Struggles With Rising Anti American Sentiment
In India the anti US mood grows as leaders link American aid to Pakistan and Indochina policy to colonialism. Nehru's stance shifts under pressure while Communist influence broadens in media, unions, and student groups amid calls for a national convention against US military aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
America
Asia
United States
THE
Communist Party In
Nehru
Congress Party
China
U. S
Pakistan
Kashmir
Washington
Indochina
Colombo
New Delhi
Congress
Tinker to Evers to Chance First Teamed in 1902
Chicago Cubs trio Joe Tinker Johnny Evers and Frank Chance formed the famous double play chain in 1902 with Tinker age 22 Evers 19 and Chance 21. The phrase stems from Franklin P Adams eight line verse praising their feat.
Rainfall Totals and Averages Across Months
Rainfall in the past 24 hours ending at 7 a m is none. May rainfall to date is 2.64 inches and year to date 11.82 inches. The 41 year average total is 36.84 inches with monthly averages listed for 1912 to 1953. January 2.51, February 1.96, March 2.92, April 3.14, May 3.92, June 3.88, July 3.70, August 3.76, September 2.69, October 3.16, November 2.61, December 2.51.
Hands Reveal Disease Clues From Doctor Patient Touch
A 1964 article notes hand examination can hint at nervousness thyroid disease anemia and heart or lung problems. Palms color and crease patterns reflect anemia while enlarged or coarse hands signal hypothyroid conditions.
Strength For The Day by Earl L. Douglas D D
Money sickness dominates the piece. Dr William Kaufman cites emotional upsets over money as causing headaches stomach trouble and back pains and the author argues that material pursuit does not bring happiness and that spiritual life offers real well being. The column urges trying church over bank in the postwar world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam Kaufman
Boston
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Jefferson letter on federal power and judiciary restraint
A reader quotes Thomas Jefferson in a March 9 1821 letter to Spencer Roane warning that multiplying offices increasing debt and a powerful judiciary threaten liberty. The writer urges vigilance against federal encroachment and praises the Star editors for their courage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Star
Thomas Jefferson
Spencer Roane
Monticello
Mr. Jefferson
Federal
How's Your I Q How to Score Based on 100 Questions
A reader quiz covers daily scoring for IQ style results and a mix of general knowledge questions. It asks about ambassadorial postings, My Old Kentucky Home composer, Morgenthau tenure, large fish varieties, legend, proverbs, city latitudes, Turkey capitals, ex-king artifacts, and Korea’s WWII status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. L. Mehta
United States
India
Pakistan
Kentucky
Henry Morgenthau Jr
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Istanbul
Ankara
Turkey
Korea
Eternal Father Strong to Save Navy Hymn
The hymn sung to close each service at the Chapel of the US Naval Academy is known as Eternal Father Strong to Save, popularly The Navy Hymn. The tradition centers on singing the first stanza.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
US Naval Academy
Navy
Nurse Lady by Adelaide Humphries
Cynthia Doyle a nurse at a city clinic helps an injured boy after a car crash. An angry mob confronts driver Norman Brandt but Dr. Sellars and police arrive. Cynthia returns home to two roommates Nora and Roz Effinger while a date with Norman begins to unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cynthia Doyle
Washington, Dc
Norman Brandt
Sellars
Cynthia
Roz Effinger
Plain Nora eClary
Roz
Nora
Alan
Dr. Sellars
Indiana
Mancinis
Walt
Adelaide Humphries
Cours
Rozanna Effinger
Rozs
Norman Darling
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