Local Red Cross Ships Eighth Lot Of Refugee Goods
The Winchester Frederick County Red Cross produced 21 garments per consignment including 35 heavy women’s dresses 20 heavy children’s dresses and 10 layettes cut and sewn by volunteers at Baptist Church headquarters. In July 122 workers contributed 1 228 hours finishing 267 garments as 482 total garments shipped January through July. A September 1 knitted garment shipment is planned.
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Winchester-Frederick County
Red Cross
Baptist Church
Marye Gray
Bible Speaker Chappell To Lead Massanetta Conference
Dr. Clovis G. Chappell renowned author and pastor of St Luke's Methodist Church Oklahoma City will speak at the Bible Conference at Massanetta Springs August 15 18. He is a leading Methodist minister and author of popular books on biblical character and is a long time favorite at Massanetta Springs.
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St Luke's Methodist Church
Oklahoma City
Massanetta Springs
Methodist Church
Answers to Today’s Quiz Likely From Page Four
Test questions and answers are listed: 1 North Pole 2 United States 3 South America 4 Suspension 5 Kiel Canal 6 Author 7 $24 8 Yes 9 Ireland 10 Dog days.
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North Pole
United States
South America
Kiel Canal
Ireland
Public views on pre marriage medical exams stir debate
The Inquiring Reporter surveys Winchester residents on a new law requiring a physical examination before issuing a marriage license. Respondents endorse the measure for health reasons, noting it could prevent venereal disease and defective births, while some worry about potential delays.
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Star
May Sell School Ruined By Storm
The Frederick County School Board decided to sell Carpers Valley school property and materials from the building razed by the August cyclone once court authorization is obtained. L. E. Reynolds works on two rooms of the 8. V. A. property for Carpers Valley pupils. Ruth Samsell, formerly at Miller School in Winchester, has resigned.
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Carpers Valley
Frederick County
L. E. Reynolds
Ruth Samsell
Stephens City
Miller School
Winchester
Defense Board Studies Virginia Manganese Resources
Native Satterfield said the national defense advisory commission will immediately study manganese resources in Virginia suitable for defense use. He cited a high grade ore report from the Virginia Agriculture Chemistry Division and discussed potential ownership and access with the commission.
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Satterfield
Dva
National Defense Advisory Commission
Virginia
Edward Stettinius, Jr
Butterfield
L. M. Walker, Jr
Virginia Department of Agriculture
Department of Agriculture
Hitler elevates Goering to Reichsmarshal and other officers
Berlin August 14 Adolf Hitler formally presented insignia of new ranks to Reichsmarschall Hermann Goering and other officers whose promotions he announced in the Reichstag speech of July 19.
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Adolf Hitler
Hermann Wilhelm Goering
Fires At Dover As Nazis Attack
Britain reports a large scale air battle over the south coast with 150 planes involved as R A F squadrons clash with raiders. The air ministry says 140 German planes were definitely destroyed and 140 probably destroyed in two days of raids.
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Air Ministry
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Virginia has 22 large manufacturers over five million in output
A Virginia study by W J Ritz shows 22 large manufacturing establishments with products valued at 5 million or more account for 52 percent of state output and 47 percent of value added, employing 29 percent of workers and paying 38 percent of wages. Smaller plants comprise 90 percent of firms but only 16 percent of production and 24 percent of wages.
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Virginia
W. J. Ritz
Virginia State Chamber of Commerce
Old Dominion
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South Atlantic
Hobby group plans first convention at Handley Library
Pen Pals an organization of youths from states including North Carolina Virginia West Virginia Maryland District of Columbia New Jersey New York Connecticut New Hampshire and Pennsylvania will hold its first convention in the Handley Library auditorium Friday. About 50 people are expected to attend with Dr C R Anderson mayor welcoming at 9 30.
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Virginia
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Connecticut
New Hampshire
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R. Lewellyn Sheetz
Winchester
Little Theater
C. R. Anderson
Lewis Allen
Dailey Reunion Set for August 19 at Dailey Homeplace
The Dailey clan will hold its annual reunion on Sunday August 19 at the old Dailey homeplace 112 miles north of Cross Junction. A community dinner, music and entertainment are planned and the public is invited to attend.
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Cross Junction
Knox argues U S needs stronger navy before army
Knox revised his wartime view saying a 3 000 000 ton navy would control oceans but is not ready until 1946. He warned of danger if England falls, urging strength and opposition to appeasement. Senate split over Maloney plan delaying conscription until voluntary enlistments prove insufficient. House moves to empower call up national guard and reservists. Willkie stance seen as pivotal.
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Is Our Rule to Help Any Family Regardless of Means
A statement emphasizes an unwavering policy to assist all families without regard to financial status, asserting inclusive service and commitment to aid those in need. It frames a principle of universal access and support across the organization or community.
Virginia Jaycees push for conscription in D C
In Washington on August 14, about 150 Virginia Jaycees pressed for compulsory military training. Virginia lawmakers Byrd Flannagan Satterfield Smith Burch Bland Woodrum and Robertson voiced support or reservations. Military leaders Devers and Nimitz supported conscription as essential or prudent for national defense.
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Bland
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War Department
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Leesburg
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Danville
Jaycees
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Body of Drowned Man Recovered in York River
The body of Milton Leaker, 22, a Richmond crack driver, was recovered near the spot in the York river where he drowned Sunday with three other Richmonders. The body rose to the surface on the edge of the river channel.
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Williamsburg
Milton Leaker
Richmond
York River
London Charge Gets Approval
Representative Joe Martin and Willkie comment on campaign ideals and associations as a comparison between Martin and Flynn in the political discourse. The exchange emphasizes actions, associations, and consultants in evaluating presidential candidates.
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London Charge
Joe Martin
Boss Flynn
Individual Loyalty May Determine The Future Of America
The Rev R A Whitten spoke at a Lions luncheon urging national unity and defense readiness. He cited Louis Johnson on required soldiers and plants, urged a steel wall against aggressors, and noted 80 000 men training for production with 900 000 skilled workers available for employment.
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R. A. Whitten
Lions
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Johnson
Louis Johnson
Whitten
Lions Club Picnic Set for August at Cacapon Park
The Lions Club announces its annual picnic at Cacapon Park on Tuesday August 20 at 3 o'clock with dinner served at 5:30. All members along with their friends and families are invited to attend.
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Lions Club
Cacapon Park
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