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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1949

Page

5

Treatment for tear duct blockage in infants explained

The article explains that a tear duct blockage may affect about two thirds of newborns and usually opens by one month. If it remains blocked or infection develops, doctors use a narrow instrument to open the duct, washing the tear sac with salt solution, and applying penicillin after opening to clear infection.

James Y. Cassady South Bend Indiana King Matures Syndicate, Inc

Raising Seedlings Requires Lots of Room in the House

Garden editor Cynthia Lowery explains that raising plants from seed demands full household commitment and ample space. She warns of leggy seedlings, excessive heat, and the need for flats, drainage, proper light, and careful watering, urging readers to follow packet directions and consider buying mature plants if unsuccessful.

Cynthia Lowery

Moby Dick as Great Prose and Moral Challenge

Earl L. Douglas notes Herman Melville’s rising esteem as a major prose writer. He discusses Moby Dick as adventure and as a profound allegory of evil, with Captain Ahab’s defiance ending in destruction, and Father Mapple’s sermon urging trust in God. The piece ends by citing the United States’ 1,400,000 miles of improved roads.

Captain Ahab Father Mapple New Bedford Anab United States

Community Concert Seeks Membership Renewals Week

Winchester Concert Association led by A. W. Babb launches Community Concert Week to renew past subscriptions and enroll new members. The drive aims to boost support for the season across Winchester and surrounding areas.

Winchester A. W. Babb Winchester Concert Ass

False Teeth Ad Promises Firm Hold With Fasteeth

An old style advertisement touts Fasteeth alkaline powder to keep dentures secure and reduce plate odor. It claims the product prevents slipping and embarrassment by aiding a firmer fit and comfort, and it directs readers to buy at drug stores.

Dinner for workers at Sarah Zane fire hall

Co chairs Mrs Verlus Sirbaugh and Mrs Charles Lyles coordinate a 6:30 p m Monday dinner for workers at the Sarah Zane fire hall. The note recalls that books were scarce four centuries ago and chained to public book stalls.

Sarah Zane Fire Hall Verlus Sirbaugh Charles Lyles

Cat types best at catching rats in brief notes

The text notes that comparatively few cats are adept at catching rats with small female cats more efficient rat catchers than large tom cats. It also mentions many dogs are excellent rat catchers, with smaller breeds like terriers being especially efficient.

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