Spinning Parties Shaped Farm Life And Songs Of Virginia
The article recalls historic farm life where flax and wool spinning formed long household tasks. Spinstress duties produced tow and cloth, with spinning parties serving as social hubs in Shenandoah Valley communities. It notes dyed yarns, games, songs like Go tell Aunt Rhody, and mentions a Christmas choral program at Shenandoah College.
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Shenandoah Valley
Rhody
Shenandoah College and Conservatory of Music
Armstrong Auditorium
Steven L. Cooksey
Marginal farmers urged to switch to bush beef in South Africa
Government experts urge marginal land farmers to raise wild animals such as eland kudu and springbok instead of cattle. Studies show game farming yields more meat and higher profits, with eland milk noted for higher butterfat and protein. Soviet history of eland farming is cited for context.
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Thabazimbi
South Africa
Animal Kingdom
John Skinner
Pretoria University
Mammal Department
Askaniya-Nova
William and Mary tightens campus security over assaults
William and Mary announces a four point security plan after a surge of assaults on female students. The college will hire extra security policemen temporarily and consider permanent hires while dorm and campus checks increase. Ten reports of approach or rape since September prompt precautions and resident notices.
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Williamsburg
College of William & Mary
William J. Carter
W. Samuel Sadler
Sadler
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Jesus
Paul Manz
Francis Poulenc
Benjamin Britten
Daniel Pinkham
Round Hill Baptist Church
Arthur Fulmer Audiovox
Tex
Merchandise Mart
Berryville
Raymond C. Sandy
Frederick County Board of Supervisors
Fred Collins
James Wood Key Club
W&m
Tim
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By Roger Bollen
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Rt. 7
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