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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1952
Page
7
Singer Guy Mitchell 25 of San Francisco announced engagement to Jackie Lou Ghery 21 Hollywood movie starlet today. The couple plans a forthcoming wedding and public announcement is expected from both families.
The article traces Abrams Creek from its source near Round Hill west of Winchester through Merriman's Lane and past historic sites. It notes early settlers like Abraham Hollingsworth and Henry Baker, mills, spring waters, and long‑standing family properties such as Spring Hill Farm and Willow Lawn, plus roads and landmarks tied to the valley's development.
This excerpt traces Abram's Creek history from Nathan Parkins Mill and The Elms to the old Valley Mill Road era. It notes mills along the creek including Jonathan Smith Mill later owned by Winchester Paper Mill Company, Kern, Hott le, Swartz, and Griffith Woolen Mill. It mentions families, landmarks, and structures such as Brookland and the Eddy Mill with its thick walls and walnut woodwork.
Eugene Oregon George Shaw a sensational 19 year old has cracked two football records and still cannot land a regular position on the University of Oregon team. He broke into the lineup last year when freshmen were allowed to compete in the Coast conference. Shaw played safety on defense earning all star honors and a national record with 13 intercepts. He started at quarterback against California and set another record with 50 passes 23 complete but coach Len Casanova says Shaw is too versatile to anchor at one position.
The text describes an estate about 200 acres once featuring fine seating and flooring, walnut logs, and unique door locks. It notes Mrs. McKinister birth, current owner Dr. Edwin C. Yost, and 12 years residence. It mentions the Eddy Mill site, Abram's Creek water power, and Spot Spring near the Opequon with a historic Indian gathering area.
Washington and Lee seeks to extend past steamroller wins over West Virginia University coach Art Lewis as they meet at Cumberland Maryland in the Greater Cumberland Exposition. The Generals face injury worries with Bill McHenry out and Don Weaver moving to center.
A small Welsh herding dog, valued for generations, is cited in the Domesday Book. Its diminutive size aids cattle handling, as it drives by nipping heels and then ducking away swiftly.
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