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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1958
Page
14
Psalm 37 37 calls readers to observe the upright man whose end is peace. The verse contrasts the fate of the wicked with the reward awaiting the faithful, urging trust in divine justice and patience under trials.
Eugene R. Black, World Bank President, urged underdeveloped nations to boost internal effort and avoid reliance on foreign aid. He warned misgovernment and expropriation of foreign capital hinder growth and stressed aid should go to countries with sound fiscal policy. He echoed the adage Heaven helps those who help themselves.
A British daily contrasts Washington open public debate on President Eisenhower’s Defense Department reorganization with London’s secret ministerial talks. The Daily Telegraph suggests Britain should invite public and opposition input on bold defense reforms.
Richmond Times Dispatch notes firemen on the Canadian Pacific Railway voted to strike on May 11 to protest removal from diesel locomotives. A compromise kept 2,900 firemen employed, while diesel firemen for freight and yard runs are banned going forward. The piece argues unions often resist automation and cites potential US savings of about a quarter billion dollars.
The wrangling of generals admirals and Congressmen over details of the President's plan is criticized as edifying yet preferable to decisions made behind closed doors on a vital subject.
The article notes farm land values climbing about 20 percent from four years ago with another five percent rise expected this year. Demand from large farms expanding, urban investors hedging inflation, and public projects pushing sales keep prices up despite modest soil returns.
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In Brock's Gap Virginia the Byrd brothers are described as a close trio with Tom Byrd known for his booming laugh and loyal, practical nature. A veteran, apple grower, and community worker, he kept banks safe during the Depression, led orchards, and provided steady support for Harry and Dick in their pursuits.
Dr. Joseph M. Damron of Washington Street has been elected Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. The academy, with offices in Evanston, announced the honor as part of its fellowship system that recognizes extended postgraduate training and board examinations. The academy now lists about 5,600 Fellows across the United States Alaska Hawaii Canada and Latin America.
A quiz guide outlines daily scoring for a 100 question test with 9 or 10 right rates as Memory Genius 7 or 8 Very Superior 5 or 6 Excellent 4 Good. It includes ten sample items and prompts to turn to page 2 for answers.
The piece argues that continuing stimulus would spur inflation as the government pumps money into the economy. It notes cuts to reduce spending as an alternative but warns government outlays rise at all levels and taxpayers face an unclear end.
It may take 80 or 90 skins for a long coat 60 for a three quarter length and 35 for a cape or short jacket. To obtain the necessary number of matched skins several hundred skins may be needed to sort them.
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