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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1943
Page
9
Montreal reaches agreement recognizing the Canadian Congress of Labor as bargaining agent for police, fire, and public works workers. The 14 hour strike ends as essential city services begin returning to normal with steps to restore water works, garbage collection, and snow removal.
A local appeal urges readers to donate gifts and money to the Fellowship Club to spread Christmas cheer. The notice invites community support and participation in the charity effort during the holiday season.
Persons owing the estate of Marion B. Goss must settle at once and those with claims should file with Edw. C. Goss, administrator of the Marion B. Goss estate. (12 15 31)
State Forester Fred Pederson said no general forest fire outbreak was expected after weekend blazes near Berryville and Buffalo Gap in Augusta county. A 5,000 acre Bluemont fire affected two Virginia counties and West Virginia, with Mrs. J C King calling it the worst in 25 years. Buffalo Gap blaze felled about 1,000,000 feet of export lumber as Waynesboro and Staunton departments aided containment.
Regulations on worker migration are outlined by Walter Shade manager of the U S Employment Office at Winchester. Workers must seek an inter area release via the United States Employment Service before changing jobs and can be delayed by 2 to 14 days if credentials are needed. The policy aims to aid war effort, efficient labor use, and protect workers from hardship.
Railway Express defeated Perry Construction two games to gain a four game lead in the Victory loop after a 1744 three game set. LANDO WHITE led with 150 and LEE RESSIGUIE 147 in the decisive game as Express held top status all year. other matches followed with Eagles, Handley and Viscose posting wins.
Chauncey Dorsey volunteered in September and is stationed in Texas. Lawrence W. and Chauncey F. Dorsey, sons of Mr. and Mrs. L. F. Dorsey, are serving in the Armed Forces. Lawrence is in the Southwest Pacific, and Chauncey may have a family address from the home. Bobby Conner, Seaman, completed boat training at Sampson and will study piano at Navy School of Music in Washington.
The card mailed November 18 and received December 13 carries Best Wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Lt. Bosserman adds Do not think I have forgotten you one of these days you will have a letter from me.
Within the past several days twenty one motorists were cited to appear in Police Court on charges of running a stop sign. Three cases were heard by Judge Rice with defendants Forrest Sirbaugh Millwood Pike Winchester Richard White General Delivery Winchester and O C Holliday 601 Woodstock Lane Winchester. Each was fined five dollars plus four dollars costs. At least fourteen more cases are set for early hearing and police say arrests will continue for traffic violations.
The USO seeks magazines books and games to support troops. Donors are asked to call 5106 or 5702 for pickup or drop off arrangements and further guidance on accepted items and shipping.
Rev. Edwin B. Smith, pastor of Gravel Springs Lutheran parish, will conduct the mid week Prayer Service at Grace Lutheran Church tonight at 7 30 p m. The public is invited to attend.
An old advertisement touts Carter's Little Liver Pills as a two part cure for headaches and low spirits. It claims the first action aids digestion and the second relieves underlying causes, promising you will feel better upon waking after taking the pills at night.
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