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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1948
Page
4
The Census Bureau estimates 95 million Americans of voting age by Election Day with 35 million not voting. If turnout mirrors 1944 at 56.4 percent, ballots would total about 53.6 million. if like 1940 at 59.5 percent, about 66.5 million. The piece notes ineligibility and districts reducing eligible turnout and argues issues and candidates fail to attract more than 40 percent of potential voters.
A government scientist says atom driven planes are 99 percent perfected though a practical craft remains years away. Oak Ridge thermodynamics chief David Poole notes engineers must design engine, plane, controls, and crew protection plus past engine milestones show the task is large. The atom propelled plane should not be decades in the future though exact timing is uncertain.
A magazine opinion piece contrasts witty jest with the excess of foolish talk. The author notes many wise words arise in jest but warns earnest discourse often yields more foolish statements.
In a call to rural voters the author urges participation at the polls even if the party candidate is not favored. Close votes have shaped past policy, with examples like the Cooper Amendment and a Farm Bureau backed bill. The piece stresses reciprocity for representatives and lauds rural Virginia's generally high quality elected officials.
New York report outlines U S Atomic Energy Commission work on disposing of radioactive waste. Dr. Forrest Western cites long lived hazards and the need for international safety rules as nations expand use of radioactive materials. Prospective methods include dilution, concrete encasement, ocean burial, and mixing with non radioactive elements while noting uncertainties and safety limits.
Warren County readers urged to back Judge Burry P. Harrison for reelection to Congress in November. The editorial lauds his record as Commonwealth's Attorney State Senator Warren County Circuit Court judge and vows strong support and confidence in his continued public service.
PTA members in Berryville urge adoption of a school lunch program. Homer Alberti remains patient in Winchester hospital. Deer hunting trip planned for ten days at Eagle Lake. Names include Earl Blanchfield Earl Jones Joseph Williams George Eagle Ray Bageant Melvin Dunlap Harvey Brumball Nacie Dorsey Bad en Larrick Harman Jones. Moscow officials anticipate a Saturday night celebration following another Russian victory amid fierce street fighting at Melitopol. MacArthur bombers drop 221 tons of explosives near Finschhafen as enemy reinforcements arrive.
Leroy Braithwaite of Stephenson is injured by a truck in a field trial at Hagerstown and Luray. Dogs of W Benton Snider place in field trials. Vancerse Bourpaily wins a $100 ovation award.
Announcement reports the engagement of Miss Gertrude Boxwell to Mr. George Bailey. Also notes M. J. Yost of Red Bud reporting a second apple crop from a single tree and that John Stephenson’s dwelling on Washington Street is nearing completion.
A list of crossword clues with numbers across and down, including hints like Side of a doorway external coating seed dancing girl Egypt hoisting machine collide front of ship glittering bits of metal, and many others, plus a few theme prompts and yesterday's answer.
A historical report notes that if chemical elements emitted long lived rays were present, the atmosphere would pose a significant poison risk to inhabitants.
Berlin reports grave desecration as thieves plunder mausoleum vaults at the old Garrison church near the imperial castle in the Soviet sector. About 200 coffins remain in the ruined vault while coffin covers disappear for fuel.
A minister argues that freedom of worship is essential and that going to church is an obligation to honor God. He warns against treating worship as optional and stresses the seriousness of keeping an appointment with the Ruler of the universe.
A feature presents ten questions with scoring by range from Genius to Poor. It asks about the Big Four packers, election months, Alaska reptiles, a German writer, hangman, the Dachsland breed origin, Colombia spelling, Truman car name, and a grammar correction.
Hallowe en Fete introduces PARTIES AND GAMES a guide with ideas for parties teas showers anniversaries and suitable games. Separate chapters cover children s parties and games. Order by mail for 15 cents postpaid to The Winchester Star Information Bureau Washington DC with the coupon and payment. Among kangaroos multiple births are rare.
The fragment discusses who bears responsibility for the draft locally and asks what the term escalable would mean for a girl. The text is unclear and fragmentary.
Gail accepts an invitation to tea at Mrs Spencer’s with Evie and Brad’s circle. Evie urges mink and pearls, Gail resists, enjoying dinners and theater with Mr Gammon and Hank. Gail faces Mrs Spencer’s world, Millicent’s bustle, and a measured, hopeful romance with Brad as the scene unfolds.
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