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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1945

Page

3

Women Ministers Expand Roles and Call for Atomic Control

Two hundred women from twenty Protestant denominations join the American Association of Women Ministers and press to let women serve as chaplains for the WACs and WAVES. They urge action from President Truman and Congress on international atomic power control, warning that the atomic bomb shows the need for global church leadership. Miss Oline E. Nicholson sails to India to expand training for girls through Congregational Christian missions.

American Association of Women Ministers WACS The WAVES Association Ruth Sargeant Larnee Arkansas City Kans Congregational Minises Organizaon Truman Congress Women’s Society of Christaan Service of the Methodist Church J. D. Bragg St. Louis United States United Nations Organization Oline E. Nicholson Grenville Texas New York City High Seas Madura India Congregational Christian Church Miss Nicholson New England

Senior Interviews Highlight Class of 46 Stars

Read of Martha Clay Arnold and Anna M Bailey as standout seniors with plans at William and Mary and Navy Reserve involvement. Notes on Woodie Baker’s shy demeanor, football interest, and future ambitions amid a locker room of Latin, boxing, and dancing.

Martha Clay Arnold Handlian Catain Marty William and Mary Bill Dunn Anna M. Bailey Anna Bailey Navy Reserve Anna Capital Woodie Baker Woodie Baker’s Slaughter House Jboy

Miss Mary Gordon Joins Handley Faculty

Miss Gordon from Orlando Florida teaches social science English and literature to seventh grade at Handley. She earned her A B R B degree from Stetson University De Land and hopes for snow drifts during her first northern winter while enjoying reading traveling and ice cream. She is not related to Miss Ann Gordon who teaches French and Spanish.

Gordon Florida Orlando Stetson University de Land Miss Gordon Handley Ann Gordon

Library Club grows under Wisecarver leadership

The library now has 58 members, 17 old and 41 new, with duties including shelving and clerical work after school. A regular monthly meeting is held and an initiation for new members is planned this week, promised to be lively.

Library Club

First student assembly sparks home party humor

A lively reading details a student assembly and a humorous bridge party at the Huff home. Guests Bryan Pete and Jimmy Saxe enjoy playful banter as grooming gear and bags clutter the room.

Angels Richard Huff Jimmy Saxe Jimmy Bryan Pete P. S

Snooper’s Chilly Week Roundup of Local Rumors

The column teases several local interests and romances, naming George Garber and Ann, a possible Ato advocate, Phil Mattingly, Jean, Frank and his nurse, Warren County, Virginia and Charles Town. Dot Davis and Betty Stuart are linked to Navy life with Friday night chatter. Barbara and Al are teased over record sorting as the piece closes with a bye.

George Garber Mildred Georges Ato Ann Phil Mattingly Jean Frank Warren County Virginia Charles Town Winchester Dot Davis Navy Betty Stuart Pat Barr Miss Armstrong Barbara

Handley FFA Reports From Blacksburg Rally

Ramsey Michael reports at October Handley FFA meeting on the Blacksburg Virginia rally held September 27 to 29. Programs included singing addresses elections of state officers and committee reports. He enjoyed movies and the football game for rally entertainment.

Handley Chapter Future Farmers of America Ramsey Michael Blacksburg Virginia

Handley Triumphs 21 0 Over Front Royal In Friday Fight

Handley fans packed Front Royal stadium to watch a one sided game as Miller Taylor and Powell scored while Lamb added a safety. The cadets cheered loudly as Warren County rivals sparked chatter about dirty play, and Handley sealed the win 21 to 0 with a strong defensive stand. The victory promises a rematch on October 27.

Handley Front Royal Winchester Warren County Marty Lus Sammy Danny Peggy Dot Martha Babb Camile Red Baker Red Miller Taylor Powell Lamb Vigskin

Handley football spotlights Jimmy Taylor and Pete Miller

The article profiles Jimmy Taylor a right end known for interceptions and power plays, noting his rise from 10th grade to varsity. It also introduces Donald Miller, aka Pete Miller, from Clearfield High School, now halfback at Handley, praised for his performance and magnetism.

Jimmy Taylor Donald Miller Pete” Miller Donald Pete Handley Clearfield High School Clearfield Pennsylvania Monogram

Shamrocks Win Girls Soccer Finals in Handley Meet

Shamrocks beat Maroons 27 9 then 20 14 and 33 19 in three competitive games at Handley. Captains Marty Arnold and Anne Shull praised sportsmanship amid enthusiastic cheering from both sides.

Shamrocks Maroons Maroon Anne Shull Marty Arnold Shamrock Handley Miss Foster

Handley J V s Defeat Star Office In Tight 13-12 JV Game

The Handley Junior Varsity edged Star Office 13 to 12 in a seesaw contest. Star Office opened with a 90 yard kickoff return by Danny Babb, J V offense rallied, Whitacre scored on a 1 yard run, Star Office led 12-6 after McKee caught Babb’s pass late in the third. Seldon intercepted late, Selder connected to Smallwood for the tying score, Billmyer scored the final point with two minutes left.

Handley J. V's Star Office Danny Babb J.v's Whitacre Star Carriers Babb McKee Seldon Selder Smallwood Billmyer

Final score 13 12 as Jr Varsity holds lead

The game ends 13 to 12 with the Jr Varsity maintaining the final advantage. Key players listed include HANDLEY STAR OFFICE LE Solenberger LE E Babb LT Kaknis Lazzarera LG Seabright Brown C Bridgeforth and backs QB LaVecchia Leetch LH Whitacre RH McKee with subs Seldon LaVecchia G Spaid and P Haymaker.

Jr. Varsity Handley Star Office le— Solenberger Le—E. Babb Kaknis Lazzarera Seabright Brown C—Bridgeforth Co J. Miller Fansler J. Miler D. Babb QB — Seldon Lh—Lavecchia G Lt—Spaid Re—P. Haymaker

Handley News of Other Years Recap

A compact Lookback recaps Handley municipal memory with scattered notes from past years. Highlights include stamp sales progress and snippets about local figures in sports and politics across a decade.

Handley News

Chatter and chatter at West Point football dance

Week end events at West Point include a student social with Phil and Jeanne on a first date and a football dance led by Mr. Walker's program. Names like Jimmy Saxe and Barbara Sprenkle appear among the chatter as girls soccer and campus life mix with light banter.

Howdie Doodie Phil Jeanne Massie Ibby West Point Walker Jimmy Saxe Mgr. Spruce Hubba Browning Penn State Colgate Bon Jour Mon Ami Nancy Butler Bodie Barbara Sprenkle Gertie

Shamrocks Beat Maroons in Girls Soccer Start

The Shamrocks open the year strong by defeating the Maroons in soccer. The week also notes that the first report term ends, Thanksgiving is six weeks away, and the senior class has 74 members with 20 boys.

Shamrocks Maroons Walker

Wandering Alumni Named In Local Roundup

A nostalgic note lists former students and their paths, naming Bruce Lovett Roland Nelson Jack Lew Merle Cochran and Andy Danko among alumni now pursuing varied careers. It mentions several connected to the Blue Streaks football team and notes others in Washington and at colleges, plus service members named Godfrey Lake Robert Kellas Harold Wingert and more.

Bruce Lovett Roland Nelson Jack Lewis Merle Cochran Andy Danko Lorraine Fahnestock Onile Omps Kathleen Weakley Ruth Anna Perry Teeny” Weir Washington Beverly Hofer Westhampton Billy Vanderberry Randolph-Macon

Glee Club Introduces New Members Under Miss Haynes

The Glee Club adds many new members this year including Florence Harley Nancy Mae Hurst Cary Randolph Marshall Patricia Frye Nancy Cain Virginia Yates Virginia Lee Grant Susan Knight Sara Leather man Dorothy Minnegerode Ann Bryant Betsy Glaize Kitty Stephenson Ruth Lovett Dorothy Eisenberg Adrian La Rue Mildred Burke Gibson White Elizabeth Halvosa George Eagle Jacqueline Eagle Edwin Babb Ann Copenhaver Jimmie McCoy Peggy Printz Robert Whitacre Kitty Lou Grant Clarence Rodgers Betty Lou McFarland Fremont Fogle. The program promises strong music as two weeks prior indicated.

Glee Club Miss Haynes Florence Harley Nancy Mae Hurst Cary Randolph Marshall Patricia Frye Nancy Cain Virginia Yates Virginia Lee Grant Susan Knight Sara Leatherman Dorothy Minnegerode Ann Bryant Betsy Glaize Kitty Stephenson Ruth Lovett Dorothy Eisenberg Adrian la Rue Mildred Burke Gibson White Elizabeth Halvosa George Eagle Jacqueline Eagle Edwin Babb Ann Copenhaver Jimmie McCoy Pegey Printz Robert Whitacre Kitty Lou Grant Clarence Rodgers Betty Lou McFarland Fremont Fogle Naw

Appreciation note from faculty and students

The Phy. Ed. Office praises contributions from all, in a joyous display of gratitude. The editor is urged to publish a brief acknowledgement and invites further hand in donations or notices from others.

Two Scoops Brighten Jr Evening Star Mailbox

After weeks of scarce articles the Jr Evening Star receives two fresh scoops. The note thanks the editor for reviewing the mailbox and delivering timely items that boost the paper.

Jr. Evening Star

Junior Evening Star needs broader student news

Shirley Werdebaugh urges more coverage of diverse students while Teddy Staples notes the current issue lacks variety. The exchange highlights a need for broader reporting on people beyond the usual focus.

Junior Evening Star Shirley Werdebaugh Teddy Staples

Student Opinions On Class Newsroom Proposals

Virginia Yates proposes a freshman report from each guard committee on class meeting news. Miss Grove suggests small homeroom news article if the first samples stay good. Patsy Ritter calls for more jokes and editorials. Bill Larence says none.

Virginia Yates Miss Grove Patsy Ritter Bill Larence

What are sweetest fruit grown in the United States

The date ranks first and the persimmon second in su a1 count.

United States

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