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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1950
Page
4
A fragment includes subscription rates for periodicals with addresses and routes, followed by a biblical line about teachers and leaders in the church. The text mixes publishing logistics with a quotation about teachers by example.
Bertrand Russell argues Western teachers should urge belief in Western life and individual dignity to counter bitterness and disorder in a harsh world. He contrasts Western and Eastern values, urges living in eternity, and calls for courage to advance the human family despite adversity.
The Braunton News Leader urges inspections for fire hazards during Fire Prevention Week. It warns that millions of dollars in annual losses and hundreds of casualties could be avoided with prompt action and eliminations of hazards.
The text warns most fires stem from carelessness and neglect. It cites faulty wiring, worn insulation, loose connections, improper repairs, and dangerous storage of flammable liquids. It urges annual fire extinguisher recharges and immediate checks for hazards to reduce risk.
The United Nations Balkans report alleges Communist guerrillas infiltrate Greece via Albania and Poland. It cites Greek fighters trained and dispatched from Poland and East Germany camps, warning the global conspiracy aims to conquer Greece and must be met with constant vigilance and UN enforcement. The findings bolster the General Assembly’s move to empower Charter powers.
Richmond Times Dispatch notes Dewey appears likely to win a second term as New York governor. It cites four factors affecting November outcomes including NYC police scandals weakening Democrats, the American Labor Party siphoning votes, Democrat splits between Pecora and Impellitteri, and Hanley's Senate push with Dewey's backing. It warns a GOP mayoral victory is possible and could disrupt national politics.
News from years ago reports Garland R. Quarles noting Virginia needs 6000 teachers in the coming decade. The Shenandoah Conference elects Rev. William Eisenberg president. Albert and spouse Fletcher marked 39th wedding anniversary at High View. Handley JV defeated Randolph-Macon Academy 35 to 6 as Garber and H. Lewis led the way.
The Board of Supervisors and County School Board voted for immediate action to construct a centralized school plant to relieve overcrowding. A birthday party honored Mr. W. T. Hardy at his home. Eva W. Van Huss and Tarison M. Shirley, both of Summit Point, were married there.
Twenty five years ago Mrs. Bessie Barr Lewis wife of Oscar H. Lewis died at her home 18 West Monmouth Street after a lengthy illness. A reception to open the Virginia State Library Convention was hosted at the home of Miss Judith Gibson assistant Handley Librarian. Donald L. Weems newly admitted to practice law opened an office on Court Square.
Capt. Van Fossen, principal of City Public Schools, canceled a directive requiring pupils to perform night work after strong parental objections were raised.
Reader questions about getting Civil Service work for the war effort. Experts say few top jobs are open now and hiring will wait for funding after Congress reconvenes. Guidance suggests contacting the nearest Civil Service office, taking exams, and using Form 57.
A 1950 medical column warns fears in sick children stem from parental anxiety and fear of injury or punishment. It advises parents to avoid stressing illness in the child, explain hospital care in simple terms, and prepare them for procedures to prevent panic.
Rainfall data show none in the last 24 hours ending 7 am today. October total to date is 2.26 inches, 1950 year-to-date 34.63 inches, against a 37 year average of 36.56. Monthly averages from 1912 to 1949 list October at 3.34 inches and other month figures for context. Courtesy Winchester Research Laboratory.
Local records list 12 mayors from 1900 to present with terms for each. The data shows yearly city budgets or balances across years: 1900 34,329.26 dollars. 1910 34,585. 1920 96,727.91. 1930s .... 1940 325,000. 1950 760,113.96. 1990 271,043.15.
A quiz page lists 10 questions with multiple choice and general knowledge items. It asks about a U.S. senator state, military tribunals, CAA, Mauna Loa, corporate profits, McKinley assassination, planetary visibility, aviation pylons, grammar correction, and comparing large sums.
Early spring planting of a vine at a trellis shows the plant’s habit of wandering to nearby structures. The piece recounts the struggle to keep the vine attached to the trellis and detach it from the house flap board and rainwater pipe.
The piece reflects on human urge for exploration beyond accepted norms, parental struggles to enforce study habits, and the preacher’s drift from scripture toward economics and sociology, noting a universal yet definite trellis guiding conduct. It ends with a prompt to subscribe to The Evening Star campus edition.
Perry and Dr. McKenzie share a tense moment as Perry fears Miss Me Kitty the rich crone. He admits love, Perry resists, and Sanna’s strange haste hints at hidden motives while Perry denies any kiss occurred.
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