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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1948
Page
9
A fragment notes concerns about oysters spoiling in unrefrigerated conditions during hot weather. It critiques the practice of serving raw oysters in summer and suggests it may encourage improper reproduction, undermining safety and flavor.
The text traces oyster harvesting practices and seasonal taste shifts, noting oystermen avoid surface harvesting during spawning for business reasons. It recounts Native American and Algonquian methods of drying and trading oysters, and describes early European settlers’ arrival in Chesapeake Bay with a built in appetite for the bivalve.
The article traces Chesapeake Bay oyster history from colonial abundance to decline due to overproduction and waste, noting conservation efforts and coastal farming. It then describes Sears Roebuck and Co. plans for a three story Charleston store on Kanawha Blvd, with 43 000 square feet, new departments, and 20 additional staff.
West Virginia Military district headquarters announced yesterday it has leased WCHS auditorium as an armory for organized Army reserve units in the Charleston area. Col Dingley says the hall will serve as a drill area for tactical problems and activities, with space for instructors and executive staff. The reserves will take immediate possession.
The Wise Construction Co of Richmond Va contracted as contractor for a greatly expanded store project. The overall cost of meats in the store was not given, but the job includes farm supplies and other department work. The city building permit was issued last week for the project totaling $968,000.
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