Salt Water Itch Affects Novice Ocean Bathers
Regionally in Southern ocean waters of Florida and Southern California bathers report salt water itch a dermatitis in the armpits affecting newcomers more than old timers. It may stem from a tiny organism rather than salt water alone with prevention via soap and fresh water after bathing and protective oily applications. Calamine lotion salicylic acid ointment or ammoniated mercury ointment help after infection. alcohol boric acid solutions and practical diet notes follow.
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Ocean
Florida
California
Democracy endures as life liberty and pursuit of happiness
The piece argues against labeling democracies effete noting democracy remains the path to life, liberty, and happiness. It contrasts democratic and dictatorial war methods, observes wartime adaptations, but asserts democracy’s principles stay vital even if regimes fade temporarily.
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Europe
Lifesaving Blood Serum Plan for War Injuries
The American Humane Serum Association outlines a trans Atlantic transfusion service delivering dried blood serum to European battlefields to treat shock. Doctors in New York and Philadelphia report strenuous U S efforts to save lives amid global conflict and totalitarian victims.
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America
Hemisphere
American Humane Serum Association
Earth
New York
Philadelphia
United States
Mass evacuation plan for British children sparks Canada role
Reprinted editorial notes a mass evacuation of children from Britain about to begin and cites Canada prepared to take 10 000 at once. The piece discusses the Allied humanitarian response and implications for war effort, with emphasis on international cooperation and public sentiment.
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The
Norfolk Ledger Dispatch
Great Britain
Canada
Refugee Rescue Idea Aids British Children In Danger
The speech urges Americans to host British refugee children to spare them from German and Italian threats. It notes immigration rules and calls for commitments from host families, with support from U S authorities and the British government to place children safely.
Crop Restrictions Widen Lean Years Warning
The article warns of lean years ahead as western Europe faces significant food shortages in the fall and winter. Surplus crops will aid relief abroad with Red Cross and other agencies distributing supplies, while moral burden shifts to America. It urges increasing production to prevent spoilage and support global relief efforts.
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Red Cross
Europe
Hitler
Mussolini
America
Joe Louis stops Tony Galento in fourth round spellbound fans
Joe Louis defeats Tony Galento by knockout in the fourth round in a dramatic title defense. The New York Yankees slugged 13 home runs in a doubleheader win over the Philadelphia Athletics. Mr and Mrs Charles Clowser are feted at a post wedding dinner.
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Joe Louis
Tony Galento
Pudgy Challenger
New York Yankees
Philadelphia Athletics
Charles Clowser
Stroke claims retired businessman H M Seabright
Five years ago a brain stroke proved fatal for H M Seabright, a retired prominent business figure. Only 19 marriage licenses were issued in June this year, down from 27 last year. Dr and Mrs Randolph T Shields arrive from Tsinan China to spend vacation.
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H. M. Seabright
Mrs
Randolph T. Shields
Tsinan
China
City of Chicago sets 449 hour flight record
The airplane named City of Chicago achieves a new aviation record by remaining aloft for 449 consecutive hours. Allied occupation troops depart the Rhineland with dipped flags as a symbolic gesture. A deed recording the transfer of a large land tract south of the city to the Heinz Company is documented.
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City of
Chicago
Rhineland
The
Heinz Company
Oldest county resident Daniel Taggart Wood Dies
Daniel Taggart Wood an long prominent resident died at his home east of here on the Opequon. The obituary notes his wealth and status in the county.
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Daniel Taggart Wood
Here
Opequon
Jim Crow Rail Rule Debuts in Virginia
Forty years ago a new Jim Crow law takes effect on Virginia railroads. Frederick County Sheriff Perry Gore shaves his beard, and many locals fail to recognize him. Miss Lela Baker wins The Star popularity contest after a two month run.
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Virginia
Frederick County
Perry Gore
Lela Baker
Answers to Questions A Reader Can Get the Answer to Any Question
A reader information column presents brief Q and A items from the Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau. Topics include quotations from Rupert Brooke, hostess etiquette, presidential nominations, airplane markings, okapi coloration, Gibraltar of the East, hopcalite chemistry, star points, and Rossetti’s buried works.
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Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau
Frederic J. Haskin
Washington, D. C
Seven Quiz Questions from The Star Page 2
The page presents seven quiz prompts about world flower groups boxing history poetry capitals coin mint marks rhinoceros hide German surrender term Antarctic exploration lifespan and Canada flag design. It invites readers to turn to page 2 for the answers.
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Jack Dempsey
Masia
England
John Masefield
Hungary
United States
South Pole
Canada
Do Not Say Af In Memory of Phrase
City editors warn against using the phrase in memorial notices. The instruction notes to omit the abbreviation af when writing and editing obituaries or remembrance items.
Bishop to Become Public Safety Director at Durham
Richmond July 1 The Rev Roy P Bishop former assistant director of the State Division of Motor Vehicles resigns to become director of public safety in Durham North Carolina. He accepted after a telephone talk with Durham City Manager H A Yancey following his resignation announcement last month. Mayor Bishop noted his prior roles including heading state police headquarters construction and supervising radio stations in Richmond Culpeper and Appomattox.
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Richmond
Roy P. Bishop
State Division of Motor Vehicles
Durham
N. C
H. A. Yancey
Bishop
Salem and
Norton
Virginia Troopers
Culpeper
Appomattox
How to Use Spell Pronounce Words Guide
A concise guide to correct speech and writing in English. It covers over 2000 commonly misused words and includes a self pronouncing system. Order your copy now by sending ten cents to cover cost and handling.
Information Bureau Word Booklet Request
A reader encloses ten cents in paper for a copy of the Word Booklet from the Information Bureau directed by Frederica J. Haskin. The request includes name street or rural route city state and mail to Washington D C.
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Winchester Evening Star
Washington, D. C
Trailer A Japanese Cam Haul Almost As Much As A
A brief item notes a trailer purchase from a Japanese source with a value described as nearly equal to an unspecified amount. The snippet mentions a haul and hints at market or price comparisons without detailing parties or exact figures.
Night at Sarah Markley’s party tests romance and loyalty
Linda Avery, a New York models agency receptionist, rekindles her romance with Ronald Stafford, a trumpeter now in the glamor circle, while Sarah Markley schemes to win him. Robert Barton befriends Linda as the social scene unfolds at Park Avenue's elite penthouse. Linda wonders if Ronald will stay or drift away as Sarah’s interest intensifies.
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Linda Avery
New York
Models
Ronald Stafford
Sarah Markley
Ronald
Robert Barton
Linda
Ronnie
Robert
Sarah
Hamilton
Markley
Park Avenue
Rob Barton
Paradise
Barton
Lin
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