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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1949
Page
4
The fragment references V as in Winchester Virginia and September 20, 1949. It quotes Proverbs 12 4 praising a virtuous woman and marriage as a crown to her husband. The text appears as a brief editorial or motto amid misc. OCR junk.
Editorial backing Campbell amendments proposed by a Virginia commission led by Stuart B. Campbell. Repeal poll tax for voting and end literacy tests, introduce annual voter registration, establish a State Board of Elections, require 120 day registration, allow a permissive school tax up to three dollars, and stress safeguards against fraud while preserving ballot access. Both newspapers urge public judgment and caution against overreach.
The poll tax replacement by a suggested school tax could save the school system nearly $1 million annually if the Legislature agrees. The times endorse avoiding binding conditions not favored by the public and support the Campbell Commission’s reviewed reforms as comprehensive and desirable election changes.
Lee Grant, completing his tenth year as City Manager, was re-elected by the Council for an eleventh term. A Winchester native, he has spent twenty years in municipal government and has overseen services for a city of 16 000. The council and public commend his quiet, efficient leadership.
Lieutenant General George S Patton halted a jeep to berate a young worker on a pole who refused to salute The man identified himself as Joe Johnson from the Southern California Telephone Company The exchange ended with Patton insultingly told to go to hell
Mayor M. B. Clowe dedicates the new lighted diamond at recreation park ahead of the Rosenberger Va Woolen championship game. Paul Rosenberger, president of the Winchester Frederick County Community Chest, announces a 1949 goal of 35 000. Ken Cather, local racing car operator, wins 30 hp feature at the Valley Speedway.
In 1944 Wilkon Pugh wins the Winchester country club golf title by defeating Jim Mason 7 and 6. John L. Jenkins suffers minor injuries when struck by a car. Lt Ridgely White returns home on leave to visit his wife.
In a 1929 notice Officers Funk and Manuel traveled to Ohio to capture the bandit who fled after robbing a service station here. Only six Jettermen turned out for the Handley squad as Coach Norman Ochs remained noncommittal about 1939 prospects.
In 1924 the town announces a square dance at the American Legion building with free admission for ladies. The National Fruit Co. seeks women workers. The South End Hose Co. plans to attend its annual religious service as a group this week.
The writer decries zoning flaws and permit denials in Winchester, urging clearer laws, honest officials, and citizen enforcement. She cites 1940 controls on Clifford Street, calls for tax relief, safer streets, and truthful governance, and warns against urban planning abuses and evasive clerks.
Royal Arch Masons John Dove Chapter holds its regular meeting tonight. Charles Funkhouser buys the Double Toll gate farm on the Front Royal Road. A coin cutting contest is held between two county boys in a field midway between Winchester and Stephens City.
An editor's note states the above letter is published as received and in accordance with policy, noting signed communications are printed without alteration. The note emphasizes adherence to submission rules and reflects standard newsroom practice.
The article notes Commodore Perry misjudged progress, drifting south while believing he moved toward the pole. It warns modern go getters who sacrifice morals to advance may find their hopes blasted and urges steadfast character.
A sermon-like reflection urges readers to examine faith and drift away from absolute truth. It contrasts youth seeking crowd approval with the lasting guidance found by looking to the stars and the Power that made and sustains them. The message calls for reevaluating life direction by seeking higher guidance.
The U S Geological Survey notes Ozette in Clallam County Washington as the westernmost town name appearing on most detailed West Coast maps. It sits at latitude 48 09 and longitude 124 40, a tiny settlement near the coast.
A quiz feature lists daily scoring bands from nine to ten correct answers to top memory results. It includes a set of mixed trivia questions from geopolitics to literature and science with a focus on notable figures, places, and minerals, plus a note on tin production history.
Terry Austin travels from Guatemala to New York aboard a clipper and is believed rich yet is nearly broke after her father’s death. She confides to friend Helen Lannisa that she must find a husband who provides money and love. A portrait artist, Jim Southard, is drawn to Terry as she navigates deception, illusion, and romance.
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