Hawaii Finds Uses for Its Lava
Hawaii leverages lava flows for farming, construction, and architecture. Agricultural expert Richard Lyman Jr notes lava breaks expose minerals aiding soil growth while geothermal rock supports macadamia trees. Geologist Abbott forecasts lava salvage through bulldozing, cement mixes, and sand substitutes in concrete.
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Honolulu
Hawaii
Island of
Richard J. Lyman, Jr
Lyman
University of Hawaii
Agathn T. Abbott
Abbott
Publication Order in Sherwood Deed Case Virginia
In Frederick County circuit court Kenneth E. Whitacre seeks to void a deed and deed of trust by James A. Sherwood and Margie E. R. Sherwood as fraudulent or voidable, to subject the land to a judgment lien and apply proceeds to creditors. The order requires nonresidents to appear within ten days after publication and directs weekly notices in The Winchester Evening Star for four weeks.
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James A. Sherwood
Margie E. R. Sherwood
Gainesboro
Frederick County
Virginia
Kenneth E. Whitacre
Whitacre
James A Sherwood
Circuit Court
Winchester
Dana Andrews Finds Broadway Run Proves Profitable
Hollywood star Dana Andrews, after a year in Two For the Seesaw, says Broadway paid better than film despite earning less cash overall. He kept 10 percent of the play’s gross plus delayed film payments, saving more by deductible East living expenses. He reports improved acting and stronger film offers ahead.
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Dana Andrews
Henry Fonda
Toluca Lake
Mary
Dana
Old Age Will Have to Speed To Nab Mailman
In Burlington North Carolina 55 year old Paul Hardrock Simpson ran one mile for each year to celebrate his birthday. He completed a 54 mile run from Martinsville Virginia to Burlington in 10 hours 40 minutes, slower than last year but he says he has had more running contests and better times overall in the past year than in 20 years.
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Burlington
N.C
Paul
Hardrock) Simpson
Hardrock
Martinsville
Simpson
Supreme Court Tosses Out Damage Award in Suffolk High School Case
Virginia Supreme Court voided a $10,000 verdict won by Roy Richardson, a 17 year old Suffolk High School football player, against Dr George J Carroll after a blood draw led to a fainting spell. The court said the sole negligence claimed was a technician not advising rest after the blood draw.
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Kennon C. Whitte
Young Richardson
Carroll
Louise Obici Memorial Hospital
Richardson
Suffolk High School
New President Takes Over At W and L
Dr. Fred Carrington Cole, 47, assumed command as president of Washington and Lee University, succeeding Francis P. Gaines whose retirement ends a 29 year tenure. Cole plans to acquaint himself with all phases of the university while Gaines remains in the Lexington area in a continued school role.
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Lexington
Washington and Lee University
Fred Carrington Cole
Francis P. Gaines
Cole
Gaines
W&l
Report Reveals Red Spending For Lobbyists
Washington AP report says Communist dominated groups spend thousands monthly to influence Congress. House Un American Activities Committee recommends lobbyists disclose Communist ties and whether their groups are Communist dominated.
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Washington
Congress
House Committee On Un-American Activities
Recorded Music May Boost Plant Growth in Study
At the 9th International Botanical Congress in Montreal an Indian scientist reported that playing daily flute music for 30 days increased growth in Pothos shrubs. Average plant height rose 25 percent and leaves increased 50 percent versus a control group.
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Ponniah
Montreal
Canada
International Botanical Congress
Stella Ponniah
Tiruchirapalli
India
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William W. Moss
Westmoreland County
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Lee N. Whitacre
Dabney W. Watts
Rouss Avenue
Council For
Bob Thomas
Hollywood
Supreme Court
Stuart M. Perry
Schewels
Isible
Longe
Schowels
Schewel Furniture CO
W. Cork ST
By Science Service
Plumly Lumber
Bill Ding
Plumly
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