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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1938
Page
6
The Virginia Board of Motion Picture Censors barred commercial showings of The Birth of Baby after viewing it twice. Peter Saunders, board chairman, said the film was not suitable for commercial profit and should be shown only for clinical purposes.
George Mc D Blake who has served as Louisa mayor for six years tenders his resignation to the council. In his eightieth year, he cites increasing duties and a need for a younger successor, plans to devote time to his weekly Central Virginian where he has been editor and publisher for 15 years.
Richmond August 11 reports that department store sales in the Fifth Federal Reserve District fell six percent in July from July 1937. For the first seven months this year, sales averaged a five percent drop. National figures showed a 12 percent July decline and a 10 percent drop for the year to date.
Wenatchee district reports far heavier worm damage than in prior years with an estimated 25 percent cull rate this season. J I Griner of Olympia state horticulturist said Wenatchee areas show more infestation than Yakima where damage may run 15 to 17 percent.
The U S Civil Service Commission announces open competitive exams for several posts. First assistant physician psychiatrist at St Eli tal Washington D C pays 6500 yearly and requires treatment of mental patients. Other grades include senior consultant public assistance 4600, consultant 3800, associate 3200 and assistant 2600. Applicants must file by September 6 and contact Herman Lee secretary of the U S Civil Board of Examiners at the local post office for full information.
Medical column reviews whether nail polishes and lacquers irritate skin or damage nails. It details solvents like ethyl and butyl acetates, acetone, toluene, xylene, and resins, and notes possible brittleness from acetic acid formation and overuse. Most cases show no harm unless sensitive individuals or excessive manicuring.
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