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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1948
Page
4
The Advertising Council plans a nationwide campaign to explain the American economic system to the public. Spokesmen from all classes will unite to promote the creed over a year of ads across newspapers magazines radio and billboards.
An article argues that delaying treatment harms many cancer patients, noting three doctors at a surgical convention agreed about 50 percent could be cured with prompt proper therapy. It highlights advances in antibiotics and blood transfusions and urges early diagnosis to improve outcomes.
The piece warns that national wealth depends on rising production. It notes prewar productivity at about 3.5 percent, now eliminated, with many industries showing declines. It argues America must sustain high production to keep wages high and meet global obligations.
Taxes will yield enough revenue to finance the nation's commitments. Full employment of American ingenuity and harmonious cooperation will be required to accomplish this.
The newspaper urges support for Representative Burr P. Harrison in the Seventh District race citing his experience as Commonwealth’s attorney State senator and judge and his Congressional record. It argues against a younger rival, praising Harrison’s loyalty to the constitution and his leadership on farm policy budget balance and trade accords.
Piccard aims to descend two miles underwater while another explorer vows to soar to 50,000 feet. The country seeks a practical pilot with grounded judgment to harmonize extreme aims.
News from 1945 notes a Lions conference here with 42 clubs present. Also mentions Dr and Mrs L F Havermale and son vacationing in Canton Ohio. A Womens Civic League tea for staff, nurses, and teachers was hosted by Dr and Mrs E C Stuart Jr. Military updates cover Europe, the Pacific, and Russia with brief war-line items.
Ten years ago in 1933 John Ramey was appointed manager of the Warner Brothers theatre at Staunton. Kiwanis delegates reported on a Roanoke convention with brisk interest in Winchester apples pleasing attendees.
Twenty five years ago in 1923 the city denied a permit to build a filling station near Handley library while the U S S Shenandoah overflew the city drawing cheers from bells and schoolchildren. Lena Lonas, ten year old daughter of Robert Lonas, was struck by a truck in a local incident.
1898 Fiftieth anniversary item notes Capt A B Pifer visiting his niece Mrs John W Rice while Howard Nurton returns home from New York for a brief visit.
State highway officials plan to straighten three bends on US Route 522 in Frederick County just north of Double Toll Gates. The project includes remodeling Wrights Creek bridge and new structures at Opequon Creek and Lick Run, with about two and a half miles of new roadway. Road crews from Route 55 in Shenandoah County will move to Route 522 mid November to begin revisions.
Frederick Maryland reports four corn-picker accidents this year with serious injuries. Robert Pryor Jr of Adamstown had clothing ripped by gears, while prior incidents left two operators without hands and another with an amputated arm. The piece also notes about 60 million Americans observe daylight saving time, about 42 percent of the population.
An article warns aspirin can be unsafe for certain people including those with heart or kidney issues diabetics and heavy alcohol users and those with aspirin allergies. It notes possible allergic reactions severe in children and outlines dosage risks and the need for medical guidance and allergy testing.
A compact presented crossword clue list with across and down sections including March 5 entries for Priest Tibet to Open poet and a set of numbered hints across and down. Answers cover common nouns verbs and mythic terms with several cardinal directions and general puzzle language.
A traveler views a Greek Orthodox monastery in Asia Minor and a manuscript where Jesus words are inscribed in gold. The passage extols Jesus basic moral teachings found in the four Gospels, noting their unique value and divine guidance.
District court notes list six defendants and fines for traffic and drunken driving offenses. Herman O. Jones faces reckless driving a 14.25 fine, Herman G. Lanahan speeding 14.25, Marshall Cave drunk 9.25, Bernard F. Groves Jr speeding 14.25, Graham Bell Conner speeding 14.25.
A vintage quiz asks Bertrand Russell in a Norway accident, Louis Bleriot aviation exploits, the nickname Monty for a top English general, and other trivia. It tests knowledge on suffrage dates, Light Horse Harry, Larkin Marshall, Goethals Gorgas water work, Marshall Plan exports, and Labor Day weekday.
A five color 21 by 28 inch map showing 1947 state population estimates last census data for 100 largest cities and metropolitan districts plus travel aids. Includes air highway and railroad mileage tables and scenic spots by state. Enclose 15 cents to Winchester Star Information Bureau for a copy.
Gail and Brad navigate a strained evening with Gail's disapproving grandmother looming over their relationship. A dinner out leads to intimate talk about love, marriage, and risk, with Gail recalling her mother’s sacrifices and the weight of family expectations.
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