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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1947
Page
9
Present and past rainfall data show May to date at 2.02 inches. The 34 year average annual rainfall is 36.30 inches. Monthly averages from 1913 to 1946 list May at 3.64 inches and June to October ranging from 3.36 to 3.86 inches, with other months noted. Courtesy Winchester Research Laboratory.
Dr. E P Johnson of Virginia Tech warns of severe Newcastle disease in poultry flocks, noting high 60 percent mortality on the Eastern Shore. He urges strict control, early diagnosis, and vaccination in affected counties, detailing biosecurity steps and farm practices to curb spread.
General MacArthur assured Japan that Allied protection extends until a peace treaty is signed but rejected any promise of ongoing U S defense. He said future Japan security depends on treaty terms and noted Allied occupation, with possible UN involvement due to pacific position.
Bloom May 9 notes April 22 meeting at Friendly Grove Community Hall with repairs and painting pending. Recent Evergreen visitors included J W Cammer S B Green and family Bruce Richards H Barr Sussie Anderson Richie Winchester. Birth announced for Mr and Mrs Rex Ferrel. St Johns Church attended Lutheran parsonage dedication at Albin. Gratitude expressed to M S Glaize of Winchester for parsonage gift. Ras selas author identified as Samuel Johnson.
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