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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1945
Page
8
Mackenzie notes General MacArthur’s conduct in Manila as a preliminary to Japan’s formal surrender. He stresses a firm but quiet dignity, presenting conqueror status without intimidation. The aim is disarmament and a stable peace, with the supreme commander keeping aloof from conferences. Some readers see extensive work ahead.
Classified brief listing seeking a seamstress at Pingley and Carpet Cleaners. Includes no extra details beyond contact note 8-20-6t.
Have started painting again and will take jobs by the hour. Apply at 201 East Lane Ave or contact N. Carter by phone 4419.
The article portrays swift Allied moves toward occupying Japan with 2,000,000 Japanese troops under control. It notes Lt. Gen. Wainwright's possible attendance at surrender, praises his endurance, and flags Manchuria's collapse as Asia pivots toward peace.
Bell system through Western Electric supplied over 52,900 radar systems by mid 1945 valued at more than 800 million dollars. Bell Laboratories led radar science with extensive engineers designing about 100 radar systems for Army Navy and Marine Corps.
The text remembers Sarah Eliza Scott who died August 6 1945 loved as a devoted mother and friend. It notes her early church membership and Christian life and includes a devotional verse about eternal reunion. Signed by her daughter Mrs. M C Lineburg.
At a board meeting President Smith outlined a proposed 30,000 kW addition to Potomac Edison facilities with an estimated cost not to exceed 4 million dollars. The project would take about eighteen months and enhance system efficiency by adding a major unit and utilizing existing reliable plants as backups.
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