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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1947
Page
4
Dowell J. Howard, Assistant Superintendent of Public Instruction, told the local AAUW chapter that educators must stop odious salary comparisons and work to dignify teaching. He urged raising salaries but emphasized promoting the noble value and contributions of teachers to communities and democracy.
Six young Scandinavian scientists sail from Callao to test a Peruvians’ raft migration theory to the Marquesas Tahiti and Easter Island. The 50 by 20 foot raft of Balsa and bamboo carries iron rations and distilling apparatus for a 15 week voyage.
Current Opinion discusses Virginia apple importance and climate suited trees. It notes pests and sprays, frost risks, May blossoming, and the need for frequent spraying. It warns neglect leads to disease spread and recommends removing dying trees and burning brush to protect surrounding orchards.
A psychology professor finds both fans and non fans of Open the Door Richard share frustration. The study notes differing reactions but concludes signaling irritation exists on both sides.
In Memphis the Commercial Appeal notes Republican control of Congress is weeks old with no clear path to trim the deficit. The piece highlights uncertainty over whether the GOP will pull the government from red ink or the Reds from power.
Highlights from 1946 and earlier years include Rev. T. J. Hawkins elected president of the Winchester Ministerial Association and Charles E. Bass chosen as Frederick County School Board president. Winchester Little Theatre announced a production of My Sister Eilene. Earlier notes mention tomato growers increasing output, Middletown beating Woodstock, Army lieutenant commission for Dr. James C. Davis, Stephens City stopping spray water sales, visits by Bruce Cabot and Adolph Zukor, and 1922 Confederate memorial cemetery work ahead of June events.
Earl L. Douglas argues that Christ is prophet priest and king. Incomplete views risk imbalanced faith while true belief rests on all three biblical roles to provide stability and spiritual security.
A correspondent from Winchester praises the Apple Blossom Festival as a public spirited event equaling a New York or Hollywood spectacle. He commends the pageant parades and ball and urges state pride in Winchester's community effort.
A vintage quiz asks seven questions on topics like tissue renewal true or false and the Easter date. It also queries a 14 inch gold cube weight a US governmental succession rule under the Constitution and the largest coffee producer.
Trenton New Jersey May 6 Charles W Wampler Jr of Harrisonburg Virginia has been elected third vice president of the Northeastern Poultry Producers Association in a regional honors announcement by the group
NEPPCO, a 15 year old nonprofit for Northeastern poultry producers, appoints Wampler to serve a two year term as vice president. Wampler, a Virginia breeder hatcheryman, has held offices in state and regional poultry groups.
Miracle claim describes Vel as preventing soap scum on stocking threads so stockings rinse clear and stay sheerer for longer wear.
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