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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1940

Page

12

Super Bomb Test May Be Made Soon

Baltimore May 8 The inventor Lester P Bar low says a new super bomb may be tested for Congress and senior military officials next week at Aberdeen Proving Grounds using gimite a liquid oxygen explosive. The test would use a 1000 pound cartridge and goats tethered around the explosion center with many goats expected to die instantly.

Baltimore Joint Congressional Committee Army and Navy Lester P. Barlow Aberdeen War Department Barlow C. Gus Grason Baltimore County Towson Glenn L. Martin

Why Blah Moods Hit Humans And How To Cope

The writer explains that everyone experiences blah moods when the mental side of humans struggles to function. While emotions and thoughts are relatively new, they can rebel against constant thinking. The cure is not guaranteed, but use the rare times you think and feel well, and avoid overreliance on perpetual stimulation.

Elsie

War Writer Webb Miller Found Dead in London

American journalist Webb Miller, 48, European news manager for United Press Associations, was found dead on a railway near Clapham Junction, southwest London. Police said he likely fell from a moving train after attending a House of Commons debate on the Norwegian campaign.

London Webb Miller Clapham Junction Miller United Press Associations House of Comenons Marie Kenneth United States England Walton-on-Thames

Farmers Sign Up In 1940 AAA Conservation Plan

Frederick County reports 979 farmers signed 1940 farm plans by the April 15 deadline, about 71 percent of county farmers. The program offers at least 20 dollars for meeting soil-building requirements and encourages lime, legumes, cover crops, and terracing to reduce soil loss and boost land health. County leaders note increased participation, especially among small farmers, with soil assets growing through approved practices.

Frederick County W. Larrick, Jr County Aaa Committee AAA Larrick Count Stine

Pattern Request From Winchester Evening Star

A notice invites readers to obtain a sewing pattern by sending ten cents to the Household Arts Dept. at 259 W 14th Street New York NY. Include name address and pattern number written plainly for processing.

Winchester Evening Star Household Arts Dept W. 14Th Street New York N. Y

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