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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1947
Page
13
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Residents of Welch West Virginia demand a clear explanation for earth movement blamed for cracks in nine downtown structures and sidewalk damage. Officials await a federal review after civil engineers discount abandoned mine theories while noting potential influence from nearby Hemphill mine.
Officials note some structures rest on loose earth and gravel, suggesting settlement as a factor in damage. No buildings are at risk of collapse and residents continue to walk streets, while a McDowell bank official cites month by month shifts and frequent repairs for doors sticking and misalignment.
Martinsburg high school opens 1947 football practice under Coach John Cobourn in his 14th season. The team, featuring six lettermen in backfield and line, hosts seven night home games and opens Sept. 19 at Martinsburg versus Roosevelt high of Washington. George Whitacre joins as assistant coach from Front Royal.
Mrs Zirkle Williams and daughter Mary and Mrs Anna LaFollette of Winchester visited Mr and Mrs John LaFollette last week. Mrs Robert Richard of Winchester spent a few days with her parents Mr and Mrs Harry LaFollete. Mr and Mrs Lester Richmond of Loom West Virginia visited Mr and Mrs Cletus Sirbaugh Sunday. Janice and Allan LaFollette returned home after visiting relatives in Winchester. Mrs Mervel Daily of Winchester visiting relatives. Mrs Mervel Daily of Winchester has been spending a few days with her parents Mr and Mrs Roy Wingfield. Mrs Lois Frye visiting her cousin Miss Ferris Lupbeen. Capon Bridge WV home of Julius Sirbaugh and Clitus Sirbaugh visiting. Mr and Mrs John LaFollette and children Janice and Alan are Sunday visitors of Mrs La cen parents Mr and Mrs T Roomsbury of Sandy Ridge WV.
A watch worn constantly tends to keep better time than a model worn only at intervals. Experts explain continuous use reduces time drift and improves accuracy.
The 10,500 acre Camp Peary reserve in York County has been acquired by Virginia and will be used by the State Conservation Commission and the Commission of Game and Inland Fisheries. They will pursue a coordinated forestry fish and game conservation and recreation program. The state obtained the site under a revocable permit likely unused except in a national emergency.
Three homes near Ta ze well were ransacked as food clothing and money disappeared. Sheriff R Bowen Thompson said three suspects are believed to have broken into the residences.
The Gros Michel banana variety remains best known in the United States for its slip resistance and ability to ripen after harvest, contributing to its popularity in the market.
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