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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1923
Page
3
Roanoke Virginia residents debate funding roads with a bond issue as the fastest way to raise immediate funds for a state system. Opponents reject a three cent gasoline tax due to delays and high ongoing costs, arguing bonds provide quicker results.
The Roanoke Automobile Association discussed financing options for road improvements. Opinions favored a three cent gasoline tax used to pay interest and fund a bond issue, while opposing a straight tax in yearly installments. The group emphasized securing good roads quickly via a large bond issue likely to exceed twelve million dollars.
Frederick County launches a rat control drive led by the Farms Bureau and Farmers Union. Banks and the Winchester Chamber of Commerce donate poison and distribution to patrons. Prizes awarded for most rat tails collected, with “Tail Counter” Pat Dunn coordinating efforts.
Washington State College horticulturists led by M D Armstrong report that moderately heavy dormant pruning boosts vigor in Jonathans and Winesaps, leading to larger fruit. Soil fertilization, pruning, thinning, and irrigation also influence final apple size and orchard health.
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