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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1963
Page
4
The clipping lists newspaper staff and contact details for Winchester Star with offices and management lines. It references Gallagher Delisser Inc in New York and provides mailing options for subscriptions. The fragmentary text also notes regional distribution and press matters with miscellaneous identifiers.
A 1963 opinion piece argues that careless drivers pose as much threat as murderers, urging severe penalties and open season on dangerous driving. It cites listening habits, psychiatry jabs, and advice to seek professional help for worries, warning against unrealistic fears.
The Star Files notes J T Boyd, city chief of police, was appointed third vice president of the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. Chrysler and Plymouth issued 22,000 layoff notices to workers for an indefinite period. Miss Maria Lee Ashton, daughter of Mr and Mrs R L Ashton, departed for VPI to join the freshman class.
Kenneth N. Gilpin of Boyce was appointed to the State Highway Commission. Frank E. Gannett urged President Roosevelt to invite European leaders to confer in America to address the alarming European situations. Miss Dorothy Lemley of Stephens City left for Madison College with her parents’ support.
Fifty years ago 1913 Lawrence Weems son of E V and Mrs Weems returned home after a summer in Mexico. W Ray Smith was elected most excellent high priest of the John Dove Chapter No 21 Royal Arch Masons. C Vernon Eddy was elected secretary and H C Sheetz captain of the host.
The piece reflects on whether events occur by chance and asserts that actions have inevitable consequences. It argues that though outcomes may seem unpredictable, cause and effect operate relentlessly guiding protection and growth. It emphasizes preparation for either good or bad results.
The piece argues for a one year moratorium on racial demonstrations and picketing to ease tensions and shift views. It urges self restraint from both sides and suggests churches and community leaders mediate, noting legal action alone cannot solve deep rooted race issues and that reason and civility are essential.
A Journal report notes John Brown’s name to appear on gin and vodka bottles from a Jefferson County plant. The writer, while skeptical, recalls Brown as a traitor who incited rebellion and caused deaths, suggesting satire may target his memory with “Bloody Brown” alcohol branding.
A short IQ style quiz with ten questions covering history and science. Items include kings, the Fourteen Points, vertebrates, CLA director, John Fox novel, lighter gases, samphans, Appomattox surrender, ice versus water weight, and cassowary questions.
Dr Lester L Coleman cites President Kennedy on hope amid nuclear fears and outlines how atomic science has yielded medical advances and disease treatments. He argues fear drives despair but by focusing on constructive health benefits, nations can pursue peaceful uses of atomic knowledge.
A Letter to the Editor argues modern films radio broadcasts and newspaper ads invade homes harming children. The writer calls for removing indecent advertising and urges parents to influence choice through informed voting and community standards.
A devotional fragment cites Hebrews 2 18 asserting Jesus sympathizes with temptation and that faithful walkers with Jesus do not face trials alone. The brief reflection emphasizes divine support during trials and urges steadfast belief.
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