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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1960
Page
6
Edward M. McCann Jr. 31 tossed a pistol to his wife Margaret 30 at Presbyterian Hospital where she awaited the birth of their fifth child. The weapon discharged as she caught it, killing him instantly while she remained in good condition and near delivery.
Walter J. Little 66 a former speaker of the California State Assembly and longtime official with the Association of American Railroads died Wednesday after undergoing major surgery September 8 in Los Angeles AP
In Tokyo a crowd of 17 students and workers marched in mourning for Inejiro Asanuma, Socialist party chairman. Violence erupted briefly when 50 leftist students attacked Hayato Ikeda’s residence, injuring six police. Ikeda condemned violence and pledged action.
Adm. Arthur W. Radford, former JCS chairman, tells a Republican newsletter Kennedy’s claim that Quemoy and Matsu cannot be defended is dangerous. He says defending the islands is vital to deter Red China and warns such a stance could start a war. The note recalls the 1955 congressional authorization for defense at the president’s discretion.
Tulsa area chamber newsletter reports efforts to raise 115 dollars to install an annihilator device at a fire station, reflecting local safety initiative.
A Handley Band photo dated August 4 1926 records a one year old group on a goodwill and apple promotion tour to Canada. Funds were raised by City Council member J Henkle Henry who helped form the band under Prof William Harmond Melnee. The image lists members across three rows and notes Henry as a tombonist and last surviving member of the old Union Cornet Band.
Henry Cabot Lodge makes his first Virginia campaign stop to spur Republican argument on Quemoy and Matsu. Walter S. Robertson argues to defend the islands as a formosa safety measure, while Kennedy critics label the stance as appeasement and risky for Taiwan.
Philip A. Berkes, 38, of Norris Town, was discharged from Montgomery Hospital after three amputations on his finger and left arm due to a lioness bite at a zoo. Doctors say the final upper arm amputation near the shoulder halted the infection.
In Columbus Ohio four year old Cindy Trayer, standing 3 feet 4 inches tall and weighing 40 pounds with measurements 23 23 23, won a Dayton school playground beauty contest earning a single lollipop as the prize.
Gilbert McKown was elected president of the Millwood Country Club at the annual meeting. He succeeds A. R. Dunning. Other officers named include Conway Wilson as vice president Mrs. Roland Mitchell secretary Benn Harrison treasurer. Board members for a year include G P Greenhalgh Jr G Kenneth Levi Mrs Mitchell and Mrs William Tupper. William West and others serve two year terms with three year terms for Ralph N Dorsey Mr Harrison Miss Agnes Mitchell and Mr Wilson. West heads a committee to study enlarging the clubhouse while Tupper plans winter social activities.
Norfolk notice reads Closed on account of progress as a tavern building stands ruined in a redevelopment area. The sign captures urban renewal impact and preservation questions for local residents.
Col Joseph Mobutu declared he has no intention of waging war against the United Nations over Patrice Lumumba. He ordered the indefinite blockade of Lumumba’s residence and warned he would arrest Lumumba if he leaves his house for meetings, after a two hour meeting with U N officials.
The State Department says new controls on exports to Cuba may be imposed within days. Reports say the embargo could cover industrial machinery and supplies or all goods except food and medical supplies. The controls would target shipments of replacement parts for U S built refineries seized by Cuba. The Commerce Department had begun restricting vehicle exports to Cuba and the Dominican Republic six weeks ago.
Soviet Premier Khrushchev said he would leave for home tonight as scheduled after another UN appearance. He announced plans to deliver a speech from the Park Avenue Soviet HQ balcony, appearing grim and stony faced with aides nearby and his interpreter absent.
In Sarasota Florida a 24 year old groom James M. Blount took his 46 year old bride for a motorcycle spin. A bump toppled her from the bike and Blount rode two miles before realizing she was missing. Mrs Blount was treated at a hospital for cuts and bruises.
Hollywood reports actor Richard Cromwell has died at age 50 from cancer. The Tol ta ble David lead and parts in Lives of a Bengal Lancer Jezel bel Life Begins at 40 and Jezebel defined his career. He was briefly married to actress Angela Lansbury in 1945. In later years he pursued art and died Tuesday at home after a motorcycle ride prior.
In the Frederick County Virginia circuit court a publication orders unknown and nonresident heirs to appear within ten days to protect their interest in parcels A through D totaling about 2.63 acres taken for State Highway Project 0050-034-101 RW-201 C-501 along Route 50. The action seeks part of Charles Luther McFarland’s estate with damages if any to the residue and details land boundaries and easements.
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