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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1957
Page
4
A New York Times reprint argues Northern school authorities push voluntary integration beyond legal requirements, despite public and parental opposition. It questions NAACP motives and notes Cairo Illinois area preferences for segregated schooling amid ongoing policy shifts.
San Francisco meeting of the National Association of County and Prosecuting Attorneys hears that jurors influenced by TV courtroom dramas expect gimmicks and may return innocent verdicts. Prosecutors urge dramatic lessons to counteract the TV tricksters.
Army and local supporters push to recreate a Cavalry Museum at Fort Riley to honor the Plains frontier. The project revives a former museum once closed about 20 years ago as the cavalry era ended. Sponsors seek artifacts including a McClellan saddle to illustrate past mounted service.
A concise survey of the most compelling editorials from the 40 papers received daily. Opinions span policy debates, economic outlooks, and social issues shaped by current events and regional perspectives.
The Virginia vote on Judge Almond’s resignation is praised for integrity as Kenneth Patty steps in as interim Attorney General. The piece notes Almond’s sacrifice of salary amid campaign, his value as chief counsel on school segregation, and offers readiness to return his services voluntarily during critical months ahead.
The typhoon torn Philippines faced another tropical blow as the known death toll from winds and floods climbed to 121. Across the globe, Carswell Air Force Base Texas suffered wind damage with a $38 million B 36 bomber destroyed and several aircraft damaged. Two airmen were slightly injured. Miss Mary Warden Boyd wed Chaplain Hynson Carson. Burgettstown Pennsylvania saw two elderly men killed when a tornado damaged buildings and homes. Guayaquil Ecuador’s garrison joined a revolt against Col Carlos Mancheno. The Virginia state fair opened in Staunton with livestock and homemaking exhibits.
At 2 o clock the Winchester Laboratory announced the mercury registered 100 degrees. Mr and Mrs John M Steck Jr moved from the McCormac apartments on North Cameron Street to an apartment with the former parente Mr and Mrs J M Steck on Pairmont Ave
Reported eruption sends residents fleeing as lava streams descend. In a separate note three robbers were seen in the act of raiding a store. The Lynhurst NJ chief of police was shot and killed. Messrs. Purr and Gulick of Loudoun county bought over 100 head of stock from Mr. Harry Timberlake.
HAL BOYLE notes a theater in South Africa beat a box office slump by offering patrons laundry service. after watching a film, customers collect freshly washed clothes. The column also humorously surveys quirky facts about cold weather, apes on Gibraltar, and other trivia.
A Virginia reader urges Governor Stanley to remove identifying marks on police cars and uniforms to promote safety. He calls for cooperation among auto makers dealers fuel sellers and drivers, enhanced law enforcement, and broader involvement of federal and local officials to reduce traffic deaths and injuries. The writer argues a strong safety program could cut four fifths of motor accidents and praises political support for such measures.
Hypnosis can relieve anxiety and tension in dental chairs but is not a substitute for local anesthetics or other pain measures. Experts classify hypnosis into three phases: relaxation, analgesia, and confidence building, and emphasize proper training and patient permission.
The essay argues the Sadducee denial of angels and resurrection persists as scientists claim pure naturalism. It warns against overreliance on secular authority and extols faith, quoting that the meek shall inherit the earth as enduring truth.
A reader quiz titled How's Your I Q with ten questions covers topics from Congress etiquette and famous Henrys to biblical phrases, mythic burdens, history and language usage. The item includes an answer key on page 2 and a biographical note about Jubal Early, a Confederate lawyer and army officer.
Dr George W Crane explains menopause myths cause distress and jealousy in women like Beth G. Aimed at debunking the womb as a charm barometer, the piece urges readers to seek the free booklet Menopausal Complexes and promises relief from menopausal doldrums in 30 minutes.
In Washington the Civil Rights Act clears the Senate after both parties curb Southern opposition. The vote reflects shifts in Northern Black support and evolving views on segregation since the 1950s advised by the Supreme Court rulings, with pressure from groups like the NAACP shaping action.
The practice arose from gradual building, with brick streets full of refuse and walls. When repairing, new levels rose over old. After wars or abandonment, new inhabitants leveled ruins as foundations for new cities. Weathered bricks faded, sands buried mounds sometimes 100 ft high containing remnants of twenty or more cities.
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