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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1948
Page
3
DETROIT July 13 A report on postwar auto demand shows backlogs widening as buyers wait for color choices and models. Industry sources say 3.8 million passenger cars may be produced this year but demand outpaces output and raw material shortages threaten capacity for 2–3 years.
An old health ad touts SSS Tonic as a remedy for low blood strength and non organic anemia. It claims improved appetite energy and digestion, urging readers to buy from drug stores and enjoy a healthier glow.
Industry authorities foresee nearly 40 million cars and trucks on U S highways by 1950. They warn that a major expansion of the nation’s highway system will be required to accommodate the growing vehicle volume.
Blossom festival tie noted between Winchester England and Winchester Virginia with a poem praising apple blossoms. The item cites the West Sussex Gazette and South of England Advertiser letter head Oh Shenandoah linking English and American celebrations authored by Oscar Lloyd of Bognor Regis.
Doctors explain kidneys contain about 15 miles of tubes that filter blood. When tired or impaired they cause night urination and insomnia. Kidney disorder can lead to pains, swelling, and fatigue. Doan's Pills are promoted as relief to flush out waste and restore sleep.
The Institute of Rural Affairs will be revived at VPI July 27 29 with discussions on health and economics. Frederick county attendees include Agricultural Agent I Fred Stine, his assistant John Wolfe, and Miss Agnes Shirley home economics agent as part of a traveling delegation.
Virginia Blue Cross faces a threatened demise if its request for higher rates is not approved. Spokesmen tell the State Corporation Commission that rising hospital costs and greater patient usage are draining reserves. Proposed changes set individual increases to 1.35, couple 2.50, and family 3.00.
The piece reports on a new electrical nerve device demonstrated at the First International Polio Conference in New York. It generates weak alternating currents to replace damaged nerves, causing muscles to tense swell and relax, providing a mild exercise for paralyzed limbs without patient effort.
Belgrade July 13 reports Yugoslav Macedonia central committee of the Communist party declares solidarity with Tito. The article notes a rupture over the Macedonian issue and signals continued loyalty to the Yugoslav leader amid internal party tension.
New England Corke Co announces a one dollar per ton price hike. Delivery to customers within the area with a 3.70 per ton freight rate brings cork price to 22.75 per ton for July 1947.
Yugoslavia warned the Cominform against intruding into its affairs. The warning came as Yugoslavia noted ongoing Macedonian rivalries despite wartime alliances with Bulgaria and Croatia’s Pavelic.
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