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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1946
Page
4
Winchester Evening Star published daily except Sunday by The Evening Star Publishing Co. in Winchester Virginia. Advertising deadlines 12 noon prior day. Classified rates and display rates listed. Volume and date indicate Tuesday September 17, 1946.
A Marion Virginia high school teacher resigned after veterans groups opposed his religious views and conscientious objector stance. City officials say threats and pressure violated religious liberty and an attack on rights respected in Virginia’s 1786 statute later echoed in the U.S. Constitution.
Horace Edwards, 44, former City Attorney, takes over as Chief Executive after Mayor William Herbert’s death. Edwards chaired the Democratic State Central Committee since 1940 and is praised for insider knowledge of city government. Citizens and friends expect strong leadership from him in Virginia’s largest city.
Doctors and insurance experts warn that many people fear heart problems without cause. Two thirds with fluttering pains actually have non heart conditions, and secrecy from doctors often delays diagnosis. A thorough medical exam can reveal truth and prevent progression.
The article argues that regardless of suspected symptoms, everyone should have regular physical checkups. It emphasizes that some may fear real or imagined illnesses, but proactive screenings help identify issues early and protect public health.
Richmond Times Dispatch notes President John L Newcomb of the University of Virginia plans to resign his post after serving since 1933. Edward R Stettinius Jr is named new rector and a five member committee will seek a successor to lead Thomas Jefferson's university through postwar reforms and dormitory expansion efforts.
Army engineers announce a plan to open recruiting offices in 17 Virginia cities under a new requirement program. Winchester is named as one location. Police buy two Seco auxiliary flares for night highway accident use. First Lieutenant Perry A. Sager receives Silver Star for action on May 3, 1945. The Womans Society of Christian Service donates 2000 dollars to furnish a new parsonage at 419 West Clifford Street. Marilyn Stallard marries John R Crown Jr on September 12.
Graham Dougherty honorary whip of the Blue Ridge Hunt Club was brought to Memorial Hospital for treatment of a fractured shoulder bone sustained while hunting near Land's End along the Shenandoah River. James H. Boice Harrisonburg police chief was elected president of the Virginia Police Executive Association at the convention. Grace Dalgety Kerr and Henry Harford Cuming Jr wed at University Chapel Tuesday at 8 30.
The 1921 event at the H. K Green & Brother store on North Main Street drew a full crowd for the fall opening. City Sergeant Adam Forney, recovering from a paralysis stroke suffered while camping on the Shenandoah River, shows improvement at his South Washington Street home. Announced this morning is the marriage of Miss Evelyn Marshall Worsley to Wilmer Shryock, both from prominent Winchester families, set for 6 PM this evening in Baltimore.
Fifty years ago in 1896, Mr John Kern's new building on the Martinsburg pike nears completion. Miss Susie Dailey at the Lewis Jones Knitting factory injures her finger with a needle. Valley Female College opens its term today with a full corps of teachers.
In a Sept 15 survey from Washington, Moscow moderation hints at altered tactics after Molotov’s return. Paris discussions among the Big Four delay the UNO Assembly for 30 days, with Byrnes and Bevin portraying it as routine while Paris hopes for progress before Oct 23.
Readers are asked to mail fifteen cents for a booklet titled Modern Manners. It promises guidance on etiquette for weddings bereavements dress and speech and includes how to respond in social situations. The Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau lists its Washington address for orders.
Brule Town notes Sept 17 report visits from Lee Timberlake of Washington DC a former resident. J B Snapp and daughter Mrs Herbert Fisher hosted by Dr and Mrs J B Bradley. Mrs Walter Gander and son Wally and Jack Weaver of Alexandria visited relatives. Irvin Day and daughter from Rest hosted by Luther Welsh. Swimleys and Samuel J Swimley travelled to Washington on business. R C Cokton of Summit Point WV visited H E Jobe. Paul Triggs of Martinsburg spent Sunday with Mrs Wesley Jill.
A playful trivia page lists seven questions covering history geography and science. It asks who Supernicus was and details on haggis Udine the fool's gold the Cooper surname union affiliations Aneta a former War Mobilization Director now secretary of state the largest deer species and which apostle appealed unto Caesar as a Roman citizen.
This column argues happiness is an inner state not tied to wealth or luck. It urges accepting what cannot be changed while trying to improve what is possible, noting true contentment comes from within rather than external possessions. Lincoln is cited on people’s nature.
The excerpt presents Drake’s prayer from 1587 praising perseverance in great undertakings. It cites a line about happiness being within us and includes the prayer beginning with O Lord God and acknowledging that true glory comes from finishing the work.
Corbett copes with wreckage and loss after a wartime accident. He consoles families, tends to Joanie’s headless doll, and contemplates future care for Elaine as Nina and Mrs Weston help manage the grim aftermath. The scene shifts to a train platform where sorrow tests resolve and shared quiet offers solace.
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