Demand for wide study of military education shifts focus
Washington discussion urges a formal inquiry into the basic structure of West Point and Annapolis including organization curriculum and teaching staff. Critics argue the admissions exams teaching quality and selection methods need review to broaden access and improve officer education.
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Washington
Congress
West Point
Academy
The
Hudson
Naval University
Severn River
Annapolis
Staunton Evening Leader Voices Tax Policy Caution
The Staunton Evening Leader offers a principled statement arguing that persistent tax hikes on local residents to fund overseas spending are unsustainable, grounded in economic logic and likely to gain clarity with time.
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Staunton
Apple spray debate undercut by DDT drawbacks
Dr. P J Chapman expert on entomology at the New York State Agriculture Experiment Station spoke at Senator Byrd’s apple picnic in Berryville. He warned that while DDT and derivatives reduced the coddling moth, it disrupted natural parasites, worsening mites and leaf rollers and offering little net gain. He urged caution in altering nature’s balance.
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P. J. Chapman
New York State Agriculture Experiment Station
Berryville
Senator Byrd
Chapman
Summer's End Near as Labor Day Signals Change
Summer winds down as Labor Day passes with fall approaching. Continued heat may linger briefly while schools reopen and colleges prepare to resume. Tourist traffic declines after the holiday, marking the transition to autumn.
Point system to curb habitual traffic offenders considered
Virginia officials are urged to study a Connecticut style point system to revoke licenses of chronic violators. The plan awards demerit points for offenses, with warnings at four points and license suspension at higher thresholds. Supporters cite reduced crashes and a stronger drive to reform habitual offenders.
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Virginia
Connecticut
State Division of Motor Vehicles
End of Summer Brings Fall Outlook For 1951 Models
Weekend schedules tighten as vacation spots reduce hours and close. The calendar marks autumn onset on September 21, signaling a seasonal shift after a hot summer. Fall promises new offerings as 1951 models prepare to debut.
Debate Over Daniel Morgan’s Remains at Winchester Cemetery
In light of yesterday’s St Louis report that Major General Daniel Morgan’s remains were exhumed on June 13, 1868, editors urge Winchester residents to seek an official disinterment order. The piece weighs whether Morgan belongs in Virginia or should be returned to Cowpens, noting strong public interest but no solid claim.
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St. Louis
Daniel Morgan
Winchester
General Morgan
Virginia
Cowpens
8. C
Morgan
Marriage Announcement and Local Notices From Armel and Boyce
Announcement of the marriage of Miss Martha Ritter to Clarence N. Orndorff. Labor Day weekend visits by Ridgeways and Wolford in Chicago. Roy Westly Williams earns a BA from the University of Virginia. Boyce town officials sworn in including Wilton B. Stuart mayor and council members. Mrs. Wisecarver returns from a silver wedding anniversary in New Oxford. Norman Bailus begins work as a bank teller after Navy discharge. George W. Clowser Jr. is injured, limbs damaged by a fall. A. M. Shifflett loses a hand in an accident near Middletown. Guests of Herbert Watson include L. M. Harris of Richmond.
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Martha Ritter
Pearl Ritter
Armel
Clarence N. Orndorfff
Albert 8. Orndorff
Middletown
Robert Ridgeway
Bruce Wolford
Chicago
Gordon Aiken
Boyce
Roy Westly Williams
J. W. Williams
Stephenson
University of Virginia
George W. Clowser, Jr
George W. Clowser
Valley Avenue
A. M. Shifflett
Herbert Watson
L. M. Harris
Richmond
Winchester Notices and Personal Moves
Luther A. Glaize a former Winchester resident died at his Allegersville New York home. Mr and Mrs J R Violett of Stephens City moved to Winchester to establish their future home. Ruth Jones visited Miss Eileen Artz of Washington.
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Luther A. Glaize
Winchester
Allegersville
N. Y
J. R. Violett
Stephens City
Ruth Jones
Eileen Artz
Washington
Explosion Near Gas Light Disrupts Sermon at Church
An explosion near a gas light in the Presbyterian Church failed to stop Rev. Julian 8. Sibley from delivering his sermon as the incident occurred during the service.
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Presbyterian Church
Julian 8
Sibley
Definition of Near East Middle East Far East terms
Near East refers to the Balkan states in southeast Europe. The Middle East includes western and southern Asia from the Mediterranean to China and Indochina boundaries. The Far East covers eastern Asia including Japan Korea China and Indochina.
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Near East
Middle East
Far East
Balkan States
Europe
Asia
Soviet Union
Mediterranean
China
Indochina
Eastern Asia
Japan
Korea
Operation Early in Life Is Indicated for Funnel Chest
A child’s funnel chest results from diaphragm action disturbance that pulls the breastbone inward. Surgery is most effective before twenty months, with small scars and minimal psychological impact. Adults may have limited breathing, abnormal ECGs, and heart pressure. early intervention prevents lasting damage.
Rainfall Totals and Averages for 38-Year Span
Rainfall in the past 24 hours ending 7 a m shows none. September rainfall to date 0.06 inches. Year-to-date 1951 total 27.51 inches. 38-year average 36.73 inches. Monthly averages listed: January 2.48, February 1.95, March 2.86, April 2.99, May 3.28, June 3.91, July 3.84, August 3.90, September 2.65, October 3.00, November 2.63, December 2.46.
Ruth and Naomi and Orpah in a tale of loyalty
The piece contrasts Ruth and Orpah as daughters in law to Naomi. Orpah returns to Moab while Ruth pledges unwavering loyalty to Naomi, choosing hardship over sentimentality. Ruth’s steadfast fidelity elevates her in literature and sacred history.
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Ruth
Naomi
Orpah
Moab
Israel
Orpha
Washington plebiscite on voteless District of Columbia
On November 5, 1946 Washington voters faced a two question plebiscite. Local government support counted 117 393 yes and 49 708 no. For national officials 140 101 voted affirmative and 26 718 opposed.
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Washington
District of Columbia
How's Your I Q Memory Test from 100 Questions
A quiz style page asks ten questions from a 10 day course. It lists scoring bands from Memory Genius to Good and directs turning to page 2 for answers. Questions cover history geography language and theater with brief prompts and a final item about a pre 1877 secret society.
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Capulet
Montague
Tokyo
Hong Kong
China
Pennsylvania
We Have Given Our Herts Away Here Topping Mille CHAPTER ONE
Jim Eliot, a newly successful real estate man, arrives in a Southern city and begins courting Laura Blayde while navigating his complicated past marriage. He meets Ramsay Iglehart and Joan, his rival in social circles, as the town buzzes with plans for expansion.
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Mille
James Eliot
Jim Eliot
Joan
Joan Iglehart
Emma
Ramsay Iglehart
Mies
Hammond Place
Ramsay
Laura Blayde
Credit Department
Kleinsmith's
Laura
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