Virginia Labor Climate Improved by State Chamber Talk
Virginia labor climate appears to improve, Virginia State Chamber official Mai C. Tullos told Winchester Frederick County Chamber members at a luncheon. He compared 1967 and 1968 first half figures showing fewer union petitions and elections and a smaller win rate for unions, noting reduced NLRB activity and continued organizing by Teamsters and Retail Clerks.
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Virginia
Chamber of Commerce
Mai C. Tullos
Virginia State Chamber
Winchester- Frederick County
George Washington Hotel
Tullos
Union
National Labor Relations Board
Henry J. Adams
Chamber
Ben Bhaga Jr
New Pattern 4596 Sequin Crepe Dress Style 14 1/2
Printed Pattern 4596 offers a flattering fluid crepe and linen design with slim diagonal pleats. Size 14 1/2 bust 37 requires 3 yards fabric. includes half sizes and mail order details via Anne Adams Winchester Evening Star pattern department.
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Anne Adams
Winchester Evening ‘Star
Pattern Dept
West 17Th St
New York
N. Y
Ford Profit Rises 28 Percent for Quarter
Ford Motor Company reports a 28 percent jump in second quarter profits to 187.2 million dollars and sales of 3.7 billion, with taxes cutting 0.15 per share from earnings. First half profits rise 46 percent to 390.5 million on 7.6 billion in sales, amid tax shifts and market pressures.
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Detroit
Ford Motor Company
Ford
Ford T
Mustang
Frederick County libraries age well during summer program
More than 800 people used Frederick County school libraries this summer. Ten county libraries stayed open June 24 to July 26 under a federal grant for cultural and enrichment activities.
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Frederick County Schools
James V. Hutton
Utes
Ten County
Hutton
Eva I. Duckett
Humphrey Calls for Abolition of Unit Rule at Convention
Vice President Humphrey urged ending the unit rule at the Democratic National Convention saying delegates should vote their individual preference. He asked bound delegations to release themselves to allow an open convention and indicated he already has enough delegates to win.
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Humphrey
Los Angeles
Eugene J. McCarthy
Town Hall
McCarthy
Mr. Humphrey
Mr. McCarthy
Beneft
Massachusetts
Senator McCarthy
Oregon
States
District of Columbia
State Committee
Costa Rica Volcano Kills 12 and Forces Evacuations
Mt Arenal in Costa Rica erupted after centuries of quiet killing at least 12 people and injuring hundreds. Government ordered the evacuation of about 4000 from Pueblo Nuevo and Tabacon as lava and ash disrupted the region and rivers flooded. The eruption hampered rescue work as the U.S. sent helicopters and aid to the affected area.
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San Jose
Costa Rica
U.S
Pueblo Nuevo
Tabacon
Mt. Arenal
Legislative Assembly
Mt. Irazu
Coppedge Named Assistant VP At Virginia Commonwealth
Dr. Walt er R. Coppedge, president of the College of Charleston, has been appointed assistant vice president for academic affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University. The appointment was announced by the university board of visitors in Richmond.
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Richmond
Walter R. Coppedge
College of Charleston
Charleston, S.,c
Virginia Commonwealth University
Town adopts sewer fee and raises water rates
The Town Council in a special session approved a sewer charge and higher water rates for the upcoming budget year. The measure, passed on a split vote, adds a 50 percent surcharge for county residents using town water, who currently pay 25 percent more than town users. New attractions at the Rockingham County Fair include a live music dance, additional midway rides, and revised barbecue schedules. The Harrisonburg Rockingham Chamber of Commerce will award a trophy to the outstanding exhibitor for the first time.
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Harrisonburg
Rockingham County
Harrisonburg - Rockingham
New Director Named at Rockingham Center
Harrisonburg official announces R C Bar rack speech therapist for 18 months will become the center's director August 1. He succeeds Carolyn Crutchfield who
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Harrisonburg
R.C. Barrack
Rockingham
Black Tulip Mystery Stirs Dutch Garden Fans
Garden historians note a rumored black tulip has eluded collectors since the 17th century, keeping fervent tulip fanciers hopeful despite no verified specimen.
Czechoslovak General in Talks With Soviet Army Staff
Prague reports a Czech general opposed to reforms met Soviet Army staff in Slovakia as Soviet and Czechoslovak Communist leaders hold a long summit near the border. CTK said the two delegations exchanged views but no dramatic outcome was expected.
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Prague Radio
Prace
Samuel Kodaj
Strecno
Slovakia
Kodaj
Mayorov
Oth
Soviet Union
East Germany
Poland
Bulgaria
Hungary
Warsaw
Nosice
Cierna
CTK
New Tulip Appears Black from Afar, Reveals Maroon Hue
Horticulturists unveil a tulip that reads black at distance but is actually a dark maroon color up close. The novelty blends dramatic depth with garden versatility, offering a striking focal point for beds and borders.
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Amusements of America
Jack Kochman
HELL
Roy Harper
Maurice MacDonald
Paul Bell
Shenandoah
National Winchester
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