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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1948
Page
10
Gore Virginia residents report Main Street on the fourth of July weekend had record motor traffic exceeding other Virginia highways. Data from the state Department of Highways noted peak usage during Saturday and Sunday activities. Traffic patterns reflected holiday travel and local events at Gore.
The Virginia Sand Glass Corp. drives heavy output with day and night shifts to meet orders. Harold S. Larrick, son of B. L. Larrick, reports from Washington a two week Naval Reserve cruise to Nova Scotia after war service and Navy work in D C as an electrical technician.
A community health notice urges residents to clear overgrown lots and weed out disease risks around homes. Local health officials warn neglected yards foster pests and mold, prompting a coordinated cleanup drive and public safety tips.
Eastern Local Time notes explain hour changes for central and mountain zones, subtracting one and two hours respectively. Stations may shift relay times to fit schedules, and last minute program changes are not included in the notices.
A dense listing of network programs across CBS ABC NBC and MBS from 6:30 pm to midnight including music shows news casts dramas comedies and variety acts with notable names such as Lum and Abner Lowell Thomas Fulton Lewis Jr Gabriel Heatter and Phil Baker Quiz.
CIO United Electrical workers at RCA Victor's Pulaski plant ratified a wage agreement for 700 employees, providing a 92 cent raise. The contract covers the pay hike and benefits and will be formally signed at RCA’s Camden headquarters soon after negotiations since early May. An interim four cent increase has been in effect since May 31.
Andy Paul hosts a housewarming at his new country home with Bigelow Eph Merwell and Mrs Potts in attendance. Guests praise the transformed farmhouse while Eph reveals his cat gift and Andrew plans a careful hosting rhythm as the afternoon unfolds.
Leslie M. Childress sues Ward E. Myers Jr. in Warren County circuit court alleging injuries from a October 28 1944 accident south of Front Royal. Attorney J Sloan Kuykendall of Winchester represents the plaintiff with Dr Ellsworth Johnson Winchester hospital providing testimony.
The text lists three kinds of court martial in the United States Army: summary court martial special court martial and general court martial. It notes general court martial handles more serious offenses with gravity similar to felonies in civilian courts.
The Fish and Wildlife Service reports West Virginia experiments at Leetown showing DDT spray can kill bass bluegill trout and shiners at one fourth pound per acre with black crappie more resistant. Smaller fish perish first as older fish endure more. Farmers are urged to avoid drift near water and to coordinate with Army and Agriculture in spraying efforts.
The article notes North America hosts over 600 bird species spanning 75 families, highlighting biodiversity across the continent.
Prague reports say a Sokol congress showed public support for Eduard Benes and quieted Klement Gottwald. Police dispersed protests, with at least 36 arrests and around 2300 officers guarding central Prague to avert further demonstrations.
A brief note explains that gliding and soaring are the simplest forms of flight, highlighting their basic mechanics and appeal for enthusiasts and learners.
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