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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1949

Page

4

Brannan plan sparks Byrd and Times-Dispatch clash over farm policy

The piece argues the Brannan plan would distort prices, force government interference in selling crops, and erode civil rights and free enterprise. It notes Senator Byrd and the Richmond paper oppose the plan, while praising poultry federation attendees who applauded Byrd. Farmers are portrayed as valuing independence, wary of federal aid.

The Lynchburg News Brannan Harry F. Byrd Richmond Times-Dispatch Senator Byrd Times- Dispatch State Poultry Federation Senate Byrd

Washington rift over Air Force Navy feud widens public mood

State Department officials grow angrier as Air Force and Navy public spats fuel criticism of military and diplomatic risk. Report cites Moscow and Western reactions, looming guided missile era, and potential submarine threats shaping U.S. security strategy.

Washington State Department Air Force Navy House Armed Services Committee Russia Moscow Henry Cabot Lodge Europe America United Nations Soviet Union

Integrity as a fortress of moral conduct

A 1949 church or ethical exhortation urges readers to uphold decency and integrity as a defense and lifelong duty. It quotes Job 27:5 and champions steadfast moral standards during the ongoing social era.

Rise of Home Ownership Signals Long-Term Economic Shift

A Federal Reserve Bank survey shows 20 million non-farm families own homes, up by 1.5 to 2 million in a year, with total homeowners near 25 million when farm families are included. The shift toward owner-occupied housing affects credit risk, demand for home improvements, auto purchases, and regional labor mobility, shaping long-term business planning.

America Federal Reserve Bank FRB Pearl Harbor U.S.A

Those Who Mind Don t Matter Dinner Quip

A guest at Sir Mark Young Hong Kong governor’s table comments on seating. He replies with the line that those who matter don t mind and those who mind don t matter, revealing a witty social exchange.

Sir Mark Young Hong Kong

Quote on politics and endurance from a civic speaker

A quotation praises political longevity requiring rhinoceros hide and elephant memory while warning that only with the stubbornness of a mule and the patience of a beaver will one endure. The speaker notes humor and heart compassion are not enough without resilience.

Washington Wonderland Delinquent Fines and Notarized Excuses

A busy man forgot to file his income tax return by the deadline and sent a note to the government admitting the lapse and enclosing the five percent late fee. He then received official responses demanding a notarized affidavit stating no excuse, with no further justification accepted.

Child Actor Dickie Duryea Asks How To Spell Brown

In The Hollywood Reporter Irving Hoffman notes Dan Duryea slept while his four year old son Dickie answered the phone. The caller asked to leave a message for Mr Brown. Dickie requested how to spell Brown and then asked how to make a B, in a small voice.

Irving Hoffman Hollywood Reporter Dan Duryea Dickie Dan Mr. Brown

Army and Navy hold vast grazing lands pastures outlook

Representative Horan of Washington notes the Army controls three million acres of grazing lands while the Navy holds one hundred thousand acres. The piece ponders retirement of battleships to pasture.

Representative Horan Washington Navy

McIntyre Sparks Handley Gridders to 26 0 Win

McIntyre leads Handley to a 26 0 victory over Clifton Forge as the team dominates on offense and defense. Ted Carlton Stapels is named for membership in Omicron Delta Kappa at Randolph-Macon. A 1200 pound plug derby is slated for Woodley Farm in Clarke County Saturday.

McIntyre Handley Clifton Forge Ted Carlton Stapels Omicron Delta Kappa Fraternity Randolph-Macon Woodley Farm Clarke County

Allies race for German escape bridge in Holland

Churchill warns war may last into next summer as Allies push an escape bridge corridor in Holland. Christian Science Monitor endorses Dewey over Roosevelt while Dr. C. R. Anderson remains ill at home on W. Clifford Street.

Holland Churchill Christian Science Monitor Dewey Roosevelt C. R. Anderson W. Clifford St

Taylor Returns From Texas Trip Prizes Virginia Above All

Joseph W. Taylor tours Texas Arkansas and Oklahoma and declares Virginia the best state. W Nelson Page retires as Virginia Postmasters Assn president. Otis Sargent elected president of Winchester Basketball League. A Hudson closed car offered at 1545 by local dealer. Lucia di Lammermoor staged at Empire theatre. Master Ilin Clowe injures fingers playing with a toy pistol. Prof. Beardsworth leaves for Staunton to join Stonewall band.

Joseph W. Taylor Grimes Texas Arkansas Oklahoma Taylor Virginia W. Nelson Page Virginia Postmaster’s Assn Otis “Snag” Sargent Winchester San Carlo Opera Co Empire Theatre Ilin Clowe H.W. Clowe Thomas Beardsworth Staunton Stonewall

Woman tested by weight loss machines Fay Suskind says job blends science and vanity

Fay Suskind tests reducing equipment at a slenderizing salon. She gains weight then loses it with massage rollers, keeping a chart of changes as she tries devices for calves hips arms back and waist. She notes methods can affect bust and shape though practice remains challenging for partners and doctors alike.

Hal Boyle New York Fay Suskind Miss Suskind Nan Fay Betty Grable

See Yourself as Others See You Mirror Speech

Earl L. Douglas D D discusses a mirror that reveals true self per others view and the imperfect ability of society to reflect heart and mind. He notes distortion by amusement park mirrors causing caricatures and warns prejudice and malice warp how we judge others.

When UN Adopted Its Official Flag in 1947

The General Assembly adopted the United Nations flag on October 20 1947. The design features a white UN emblem with a polar-projected map and olive branches on a light blue field. The flag was raised on October 5 1949 atop the UN Permanent Headquarters in New York City.

United Nations General Assembly Legal Committee New York City

How’s Your IQ How to Score Based on 100 Questions

A quiz style feature outlines daily IQ scoring with tiers Memory Genius Very Superior Excellent and Good. It lists ten trivia questions across areas like numbers history Roosevelts sons anthropology and a quick chameleon tongue fact with a brief answer.

The Gurneys Seek Cordelia and Hugo Before Farewells

Cordelia and Hugo depart with the Gurneys to bid farewell while guests mingle in a Honolulu party. Terry prepares for dinner in a pale yellow gardenia dress, reflecting on her father and Maria as she dons amethysts and garnets.

Cordelia Hugo Islands Hollywood Terry Army Navy Jack Honolulu Oahau Chris Will Cotters New York Paris Guatemala Mark Austin Maria Dove Baldwin Cuthrell

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