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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1957
Page
4
Scripture notes Cain’s departure from the Lord’s presence and his settlement in the land of Nod east of Eden as described in Genesis chapter four verse sixteen.
The Gomulka government is curbing Poland's press with censorship and dismissals, after a period of bold editorial independence that helped the regime rise. Officials argue repression was inevitable to shape reform messaging, while critics warn of a shift back to Stalinist methods and a threat to free speech.
President Eisenhower asks Congress to abolish the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, a federal lending agency created during economic hardship, expanded in the Roosevelt era, and criticized after Truman era scandals as its usefulness waned.
Proposal urged that expiration of RFC authorization on June 30 1954 be allowed to end the agency. A fully staffed RFC has lingered in liquidation after abolition was requested. Administration seeks transfer of remaining functions to the Treasury and other bureaus and placement of RFC staff in new jobs. The idea of a bureau becoming extinct is posed as unlikely in practice.
Accounts of Easter Sunday crowds claim more than a million people in two hours along the Otay area parade route. Traffic was blocked from 46th to 57th streets as revelers showcased finery. A speaker muses on language, noting Chinese use of ten thousand and Americans saying a million in social settings.
A political summary notes the President warns against major budget cuts while acknowledging expanded welfare programs. It contrasts a trend toward new government functions with Roosevelt and Truman era programs, citing 14 new state grants and 53 existing aid programs. The piece portrays growing federal spending and reluctance to reduce services.
The article argues the aging farm population shows young people moving to cities while older farmers stay. Social security could help balance this shift by letting neighbors rent or buy surplus land, potentially increasing production and creating more economic units across the country.
A -28 B S5 bomber exploded and burst into flames upon landing at Carswell Air Force Base Fort Worth Texas. The bulletin notes the crash caused a runway incident and ongoing investigation.
John W. Barnes of Norfolk was forced into shadows behind a truck on a Washington wharf and robbed of $10,845 by two men who stripped his shirt and seized the money from his belt. Capricious Nebraska weather brought snow to May flowers. Mrs. Sally Clark died as her guest her son Trent Clark of Oklahoma Nebraska. 25 years ago 1932 Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Clifford Oakes of West
Mr Julian Birch and son Glen and J W Sprint of Boyce spent the day in Winchester. Dick Woodward known as Reddy, the Winchester catcher, arrived from Washington to a warm reception. Mr and Mrs Lowen Punkhouser of Cedarville visited Mr and Mrs M C Leazh at Ninevah.
HAL BOYLE reports on U S Army mock battles on atomic warfare at Fort Riley Kansas led by the 1st Infantry Division The Big Red One with pentomic reorganization and five battle groups The exercise features helicopters new tactics and a simulated atomic barrage as troops seize an objective and signal success with colored smoke
Dr Maurice J Lewi aged 99 died yesterday in his hotel apartment in New York. He founded and led the New York College of Podiatry and helped elevate foot treatment to professional status. Despite a broken arm he kept running the college and refused retirement at 98.
Damage estimated at 12 000 dollars occurred yesterday when a baby tornado ripped across two farms near Dundas in Lunenburg County.
Child care advice by Herman N. Bundesen M D urges parents to introduce youngsters to doctors and hospital settings before sickness. It suggests letting kids view instruments at a visit, meet nurses, and learn about medicines and care to ease future illness and hospital experiences.
Reflection on personal identity and inherited family traits. Every person carries generational strengths and flaws from ancestors. The piece urges humility, patience, and awareness that marriage involves family lines, framing life as a purposeful struggle for eternal benefit.
Ten day quiz rates memory by score with 9 10 correct as Memory Genius 7 8 Very Superior 5 6 Excellent 4 Good Answers on page 2. Questions cover ancient wearers of long trousers Mourning Becomes Electra Roman Catholic Bible capital of Argentina Scopes Bryan Social Security Kalamazoo usage line and Saratoga monument epitaph who suffered limb injury in battle
Dr George W Crane profiles Molly D a Detroit waitress who enhances dining through friendly fronting and efficient service. The piece praises her greeting speed order taking table presence and prompt billing noting how a cheerful front can elevate a restaurant experience and even influence patrons mood and appetite.
Thomas Walter Harrison born 1856 in Leesburg rose from local schools to University of Virginia. He served as Virginia State Senator, circuit court judge, and represented Virginia in the 64th, 65th, 66th, and 68th Congresses. His son Burr Powell Harrison also held law and political roles including state senator and multiple Congress terms. Both are buried in Winchester area.
The last major ci cadas 11 year locust swarm appeared in May and June 1956. The next anticipated period for such locusts is 1973.
Tolls will be fixed by negotiations between the United States and Canada to cover the Seaway debt and attract wide use. If no joint agreement is reached, the Seaway Development Corporation may set American side tolls alone.
The article notes that highly hypnotizable individuals are relaxed, cooperative, self assured, sociable, emotionally stable, and unafraid of new situations. In contrast, self centered and overly sensitive people tend to resist suggestions and new experiences.
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