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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1941
Page
5
Sunlight aids growth of children and bone development through better nutrient assimilation. Direct skin exposure is best, while clothing and glass block ultraviolet rays. Some babies tan quickly. others need longer exposure but must be protected from sunburn. Sun baths can begin at three or four weeks, outdoors in spring and summer or indoors by an open window in late fall and winter.
New York June 6 Fritz Kreisler slowly recovers from April crash that fractured his skull. He walked a few steps and asked for a violin to play a few bars of the Mendelssohn concerto. His wife Warriett says he will be well and doctors are amazed by the rapid recovery.
The passage outlines safe outdoor sun exposure for infants, detailing start times in spring, gradual increases in exposure, and sun bath durations. It notes protection for eyes, turning the face away from direct sun, and increasing skin exposure over weeks, with timings shifting seasonally.
Helen Gluesenkamp of Charlestown, longtime secretary to the state health commissioner, announced yesterday she will resign today to join Koontz and Koontz, a Charlestown law firm. Her successor, not yet named, will be chosen under the state merit system for federally aided department employees.
A. E. Johnston, advertising director of Kroger Stores, told Charleston Rotarians that translating big ideas to the masses requires ad men and labor relations experts. He argued that the average citizen, “Joe American,” earns about $24 a week and supports capitalism, yet feels misunderstood and distrustful of big business and politics. He urged practical, mass-market messaging to unite Americans and noted Joe Europe and Joe Asia are approaching unity through refugees, not through elite discourse.
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS June 6 The Society of Automotive Engineers closed its summer meeting with a discussion of fuels and lubricants and possible improvements in car fuel consumption Speakers included W E Drinkard of Chrysler J T Fitzsimmons of General Motors J M Campbell of GM Research and R J Green shields of Shell Oil Company Also noted Marshall Henry Quesenberry Jr Kanawha Falls 2nd lieut cave res
E W Lampton physical director at the local YMCA warns that canvas tennis shoes worn constantly, especially by children, contribute to fallen arches. He advises proper fit and specific exercises to strengthen arches, noting some shoes are unsuitable for daily street wear and stressing toe running, step work, and posture.
CAMP BLANDING FL June recruiting officer asked the middle initial for the applicant. The name given was George Eugene Harmon Morgenth al Monrse Mason a Mississippi soldier attached to Battery D 14th field artillery.
London June 6 Disclosures that Captain James Roosevelt is due in England Monday as a U S Marines observer sparked speculation he may be assigned to duty here Observers noted the United States has only one Marine observer in London at present
A daughter takes the lead in kitchen duties for Father’s Day with simple recipes and shared baking. The article outlines a lemon avocado salad with Roquefort dressing, a Creole jellied salad, a chocolate pie with crust, fruit roll, and a drop cookie recipe, inviting young cooks to contribute.
Promotions approved by the Kanawha Valley bank board elevate B Arthur Dudding of Dunbar to credit manager and Rothwell E. Dewey of Charleston to comptroller. Dudding joined in 1995 after two years in credit analysis. Dewey, a 1922 hire, led accounting and personnel for six years and recently earned a Rutgers banking diploma. Both have served in every department.
Mayor W. J. Clingman will serve another term after Falling Springs's biennial election. He defeated H. L. McCoy with 82 votes as the town’s second highest vote in Greenbrier county history. R. R. Boyce was reelected recorder, and several council seats were filled with Mrs. O. P. Kinsley, Mrs. R. L. Dodson, and H. D. Bennett reelected. new members Mrs. M. P. Hanna I and H. E. Whiting joined. The note on Indo-China contrasts its larger area with a smaller population than France.
A Pueblo celebration plans bloodless bullfights with Mexican matadors. Bulls must not be wounded or killed, prompting concern from a spokesman who questioned whether the bulls would be spared while the show proceeds as a real bull fight.
Parents in Charleston and vicinity are urged to follow a new weekly Child Health feature in Saturdays Gazette. The page promises concise scientific updates and tips for future reference, encouraging clipping and regular reading.
Vocalist Lucille Doran headlines with Reggie Childs 1 piece orchestra for a week at Casa Loma tonight at 6:30. Kent Warner's band playing for dancing with floor shows at 10:30 and 12. Reggie Childs is popular with locals, having played the W. and L.W. V. U. homecoming dance two years ago.
Kanawha County public assistance reports 3.7 percent of eligible surplus receivers did not appear in May while 5,105 of 5,924 claimed commodities, suggesting stronger employment. May distribution valued at 95,797.12 dollars, up from April. coal mine reopenings likely driving the decrease. Food for hot lunches fed 4,820 children in 65 county schools. Commodities listed include beans cereal flour rice lard apples potatoes milk butter and juice.
Caspar Hartmann secretary and treasurer of the 18th annual encampment of the United Spanish War Veterans will miss the state meeting opening Sunday in the Ruffner hotel. Hartmann also adjutant of Kanawha camp No. 2, host to the convention, is suffering a nervous breakdown.
The Kanawha County Singing Association meets at Community Church in Flatwoods for an all day service with Rev. Lewis Mauck, president, preaching at 11:1 am. The Putnam County Singing Association gathers at 1:30 pm at the church. A separate note mentions coal prospecting in Uzbekistan, Russia uncovering gold.
Washington June 6 The war department announced the following had accepted appointment to the officers reserve corps West Virginia John Cochran Matthews Wheeling 2nd lieutenant air a z
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