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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1952
Page
5
Authorities in Port au Prince report six dead and 50 injured after four earthquakes that struck Haiti from Monday to yesterday. Officials estimate property damage at $50,000 while more than 1,000 people are homeless and remain outdoors amid fear of further quakes.
Frederick County Virginia circuit court orders depositions and reference in the Guthridge estate matter. Master Commissioner Massie directs attendance November 13 1952 at 10:00 A M in Winchester to establish real and personal property value, life tenant assets, remainder interests, liens, division or sale options, potential fees, and related issues.
The New York Stock Market rose modestly amid unusually quiet trading with limited losers. U S Steel traded about unchanged to a shade higher after an opening block of 2 000 shares. Bethlehem Steel, Phelps Dodge, Montgomery Ward, Dow Chemical, International Paper and American Tobacco gained.
Livestock and produce trends show steady to firm markets. Apples with mixed gains across varieties, potatoes and sweet potatoes steady to barely steady, poultry supply shifting with heavier fryers tighter and lighter offerings ample. Beef, hogs, and cattle prices vary by weight and grade across Baltimore and Chicago reports.
Chicago grain pit opened with a steady tone as bids and offers moved slowly. Wheat and corn showed varied futures, with prices for Dec through May contracts and soybeans posting modest changes and lard quotes listed for Nov and Dec delivery.
Sheriff Lockridge investigates the death of nine month old Jo Anne Wills in a blaze that destroyed the home of Clarence Oscar Wills on State Route 42 near Nimrod Hall Bath County. The child died in Clifton Forge hospital after severe burns sustained Monday.
A group of Trappist monks buys 8 700 acre Hidden Valley near Hot Springs Virginia for about 200 000 from Chase National Bank trustees. They were driven from Our Lady of the Valley Abbey Providence Rhode Island and will erect a church and buildings once funds and plans proceed.
Roanoke observers report the American Bridge Division of U.S. Steel shutdown after 800 production workers refuse to cross picket lines, set up by 65 striking union draftsmen this morning.
Voices of Gov. Battle and U.S. Senator Robertson will be heard on 38 Virginia radio stations Thursday night and Friday in support of the Stevenson Sparkman presidential ticket.
Baker and Anderson of 27 North Braddock promote rust proof black enameled metal outdoor fixtures for any home style. Rosenberger & Co. push Harco Year Round Storm Windows with inside adjustments and easy pane changes, featuring sturdy wood frames and clean washing from inside.
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