This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 10 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1962
Page
12
Stanley W. Stephens reports Ambassador and Mrs Battle touring Australia to explain U S policy and correct misunderstandings. They emphasize children attending government schools to foster ties with Australian youth and discuss the diplomatic workload and homesickness while noting friendly locals and helpful embassy staff.
The Virginia Education Association votes to decide whether to admit Negro members as chapters. The Negro teachers’ organization also considers merging with the VEA after its executive committee approved the proposal. Delegates will vote as the board passes the issue without recommendation.
In Memphis, a hook and ladder fire truck pulled out with drivers in front and back. The rear driverless end swung wide on a corner and struck three parked cars. Fire Commissioner Claude Armour suspended both front and rear engine drivers along with the captain in charge.
A guidance note explaining preferred wording choices to distinguish usage of as much as so and this as in expressions. It contrasts common phrases and offers clearer alternatives for precise writing. The piece emphasizes avoiding ambiguity and improving clarity in everyday language.
The report notes about 30 fires in wooded areas over the past weekend across central Virginia from Warrenton to Winchester. Dr. James L. Calvert heads the state Division of Mines and is cited regarding regional danger. The text mentions Luray and scattered areas along the Piedmont with warnings of increased fire risk.
WOUNDS FATAL The exact circumstances of what happened have not been learned yet. Mrs. Farrar, although reported in satisfactory condition, has not regained consciousness.
The 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg warns hikers and hunters that training ammunition and devices may be found in the George Washington National Forest. Some items could remain after July training, and the Army cautions entering the area to avoid accidental harm.
The Page Valley Agricultural and Industrial Association reports a net profit of 4657.45 from the fair, all returned to the group for next year’s event. Treasuer William Sedwick released the profit figures. elected officers include Robert Mims as president and Walter Saunders as vice president.
A forest fire that swept a large section of the Page County mountain range on Sunday night is under control. Dover Hollow remains under close surveillance due to lingering fire. The blaze did not reach Shenandoah National Park, though observers feared it might. More than 300 acres of woods burned.
Hagerstown residents attend the 31st annual Cumberland Valley Photo Exhibit at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. A film lecture by underwater photography specialist Stanton Waterman will precede at 4 p.m. with awards for prize winning photographs and slides to be presented.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.