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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1951
Page
4
The piece extols George C. Marshall for unselfish service to the country as Secretary of Defense resigns. It notes his repeated steps to leave public office, his long service, and the newspaper’s disagreement with some policies, while affirming respect for the man and his duty to leadership.
President Truman selected Robert A. Lovett to succeed General Marshall as Deputy Secretary of Defense. Lovett, a seasoned business and government leader, worked closely with James Forrestal and Marshall, serving as chief assistant in both the State and Defense Departments. He has stayed nonpartisan and is expected to perform a highly competent, conscientious role.
The membership drive for the Community Concert is progressing well and ends tomorrow. The group hopes to bring notable artist Alex Templeton, a blind pianist of exceptional talent, to Winchester. Community Concerts occur three or four times annually and play a key role in local life.
The article notes how adulthood seems to arrive swiftly as child stars like Madge Evans Shirley Temple and Margaret O'Brien age from child performers to mature women. It reflects on how we notice time through relatives children and public figures who transition from youth to adulthood.
The Associated Press summary cites Commerce Clearing House analysis showing a 29 year old with income of 4300 and typical family factors facing a 65 year tax bill totaling 34700. It lists federal income, property, Social Security, and various levies including gasoline licenses excise and sales taxes.
Senator Homer Ferguson exposed a budget plan for entertaining foreign exchange students that would feed 375 students with 2,475 State Department representatives at luncheons costing 8.61 to 8.93 dollars per plate totaling 24,875 dollars. Senator Paul Douglas criticized the arrangement as relief for starving officials.
Mayor M. B. Clowe Jr. was elected first vice president of the League of Virginia Municipalities at Virginia Beach. Attendees from here included Claude Smalls Jr, Lee Grant, Dabney Watts and J. Lee Miller. New American Legion Auxiliary officers were named. TEN YEARS AGO memory notes recount fishing, birth, and a 75th birthday celebration for Lewis Pearson.
H L Hershman named chairman of the Adculture Board at the county agent's office and R B Fisher as vice chairman. Five Boy Scouts were found qualified as Eagles and forwarded for National Council approval: Ted Kennedy, Thay Smith, William Linkenhaker, Burton Kaplan, Amory Summaripa. Dr Herman IL Pifer reappointed City Coroner for four years.
Several canines owned by Benton Snider of this city captured prizes at the dog show in Upperville. R. Lee Boxwell died at his home after an illness lasting four years. Mr M. J. Herrell of Stephens City returned home after visiting Washington, D. C.
A group of Winchester's young married residents spent the weekend at Capon Springs. Blake Martin, a local, has accepted a post as Latin instructor at the College of Medicine, University of Virginia.
Washington report notes a amiable end to a turbulent session with defense and foreign aid bills advancing. Southern Democrats show less coalition resistance, while Republicans back strong presidential powers. DiSalle notes lower prices amid inflation warnings and steady wages. Japan may shift toward self reliance under MacArthur's reforms and Mao’s regime pressures. Merl Young sells a Washington home for Florida motor court purchase. a $9500 coat linked to RFC loans drew attention.
The highest temperature is usually not registered until two to four hours after noon, indicating the warmest part of the day occurs in the mid to late afternoon.
A physician explains that skin rashes stem from varied causes, notably contact dermatitis and fungal infections. It describes triggers such as plants, cosmetics, drugs, metals, and clothing, plus diagnosis by skin tests and treatments including antihistamines and aluminum acetate.
Past 24 hours ending 7 am shows no rainfall. September rainfall to date is 0.38 inches, with annual total 27.89 inches for 38 year period. Average annual rainfall is 36.73 inches, and monthly averages for 1912 1950 include Jan 2.48 Feb 1.95 Mar 2.86 Apr 2.99 May 3.83 Jun 3.91 Jul 3.84 Aug 3.90 Sep 2.65 Oct 3.33 Nov 2.53 Dec 2.46.
Daily questions rate IQ levels from memory genius to good with answers on page 2. The quiz asks varied trivia from birds and books to state nicknames and famous lines, including a question on Kipling and a fear of reptiles.
A reader recalls September 1901 in Buffalo during the Pan American Exposition. He describes hearing that McKinley was dead, witnessing the shooting site, viewing the president’s remains, and the nation’s mournful mood as Winchester marks the memory of a beloved leader.
The National Bureau of Standards warns that antifreeze kept in gallon jugs for three months loses its inhibitor. A rusty appearance signals exhaustion, so the mixture should not be used due to risk of further cooling system corrosion.
Ellen Fowler endures a sickroom drama as her mother Martha weakens under injections while Elien contemplates her life and a hidden passion. Neighborly talk from Hattie hints at a larger web of desire, duty, and unresolved romance surrounding Judge Fowler and the Blaydes. Joan Igiehart arrives with fresh gossip and worry.
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