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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1963
Page
13
Editor notes guide readers on how to judge beef cattle to avoid wasteful buys. Jimmy Royston, 4-H national champion, explains viewing distance, key parts such as loin and rump, and criteria like finish, balance, and bone. He stresses comparing points, forming a final selection, and applying methods to other livestock.
Clarke County schools completed a tuberculin testing program with 377 pupils tested using Mantoux skin tests. Health Director Dr L O Fears said 7 reactors were found, about 1.8 percent, and noted that positive results require further examination but a negative result indicates no TB at that time. Positive cases will receive chest x rays and reports return to their doctors. health staff assisting included Mary O Hardesty and others.
Clarke County's American Red Cross chapter reported that about $1800 is needed to reach the year’s quota of $6076. Col. Graham Dougherty, chapter chairman, said the drive ends March 18 but canvassers have not completed their rounds, so a continuance was ordered. Julian Everly, fund drive chairman, will push area captains to finalize plans. Last year Clarke was the first Virginia county to complete its drive in March.
Dr Iden cites American Cancer Society figures that 82 percent of localized breast cancers are curable, while spread reduces cure chances to 48 percent. He warns late treatment is the main death cause and urges self examination and prompt physician visits. The Clarke County Cancer Society offers free leaflets and aims to educate women to detect lumps early.
Berryville residents travel to Richmond and Washington on business and visits. The Clarke County PTA reports foreign exchange plans set for June and talks of student arrivals. The Clem family plans California relocation as local events fund dining ware and school events.
Warren Rappahannock Clarke Tuberculosis Assoc sponsors a ninth grade essay contest now in its 14th year with the topic What Can I Do Personally to Prevent TB. Prizes awarded per school for at least three entries and a grand prize for the best overall essay. Open to ninth graders in three counties. essays limited to 800 words, due May 1 at county Health Departments.
Clarke County High Berryville Elementary School PTA held a Monday night meeting to view a film on teen age behavior problems presented by Robert Rush vice president of the club.
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