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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1931
Page
5
Officials estimate property loss from forest fires at 180000, with more than 113000 acres burned. Foresters note impacts on watersheds wildlife, soil fertility, and long term valuation beyond dollars, cautioning that county counts vary.
The report notes 33 fires per 100 total early in the year with 172 fires linked to railroads campers and equipment. Forty two prosecutions resulted in convictions with fines totaling 490.10 and suppression costs of 1810.67 charged to responsible parties. Emphasis on burning only in calm weather and under careful supervision to prevent spread.
A historic hail storm struck Washington County near Hagerstown causing heavy damage yesterday afternoon. The storm, one of Western Maryland's heaviest, left widespread destruction across the area.
The report describes a severe hailstorm that darkened the area and damaged crops along a mile to several miles of farmland near Halfway. Large hailstones cut through young corn and knocked down plants, forcing residents to clear paths with shovels.
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