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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1938

Page

3

Increase In Apple Spray Tolerance Delights Growers

Discussion by W. S. Campfield and A Willis Robertson notes a higher lead arsenic spray tolerance for apple trees from .018 to .025. The adjustment, backed by federal health and agricultural officials, aims to aid small growers though it raises compliance costs and penalties for exceedances.

W. S. Campfield State Horticultural Society Apple East New York Congress Health Department United States Health Department Keho University of Cincinnati Medical College Food and Drug Administration Washington A. Willis Robertson Staunton Wallace Major Robertson Department

New FCA Head Orchardist Sees Shift in Apple Sales

The new lead tolerance order lets an orchardist ship apples anywhere and compete with large commercial orchards. He previously sold to truckers at 38 to 40 cents per bushel but now expects higher revenue for growers in his district, a point Representative Robertson emphasized.

Robertson

Virginia DMV chief urges colleges to curb windshield stickers

Col. M. Battle, director of the Division of Motor Vehicles in Richmond, asks Virginia college and school officials to urge students to refrain from placing football signs and other decals on windshields and rear windows, saying the practice shows loyalty and is improper.

Richmond Col. M. & Battle Division of Motor Vehicles Virginia College Col. Battle

Last Call For Booklet Canning and Preserving

Government information bureau offers a booklet with more than 100 tested home canning recipes. Enclose ten cents to receive CANNING AND PRESERVING guidance from Washington Information Bureau directed by Frederic J. Haskin. Mail to Washington, D. C.

Washington Information Bureau Federal State Departments of Home Economics Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau Frederic J. Haskin Washington, D. C

Pure-Bred Hogs Sold At Auction Prices Dip Slightly

Grounds were well attended as pure bred hogs sold with prices below hopes but still yielding notable bids. Prices included Poland China sires at 42 dollars and 36 to 26 dollars for various sows and boars. Breeds listed include Hampshires Duroc Jerseys Berkshire Chester White with consignors from Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland.

Poland John L. Manahan University Ripley S. Walker Fair View Harwood Farm Middleburg H. N. Mutherson & Son Winston Master Pendale Ripley &S. Walker Gold Pendale J. B. Terrill Audley Farm Berryville Pershing Clan Duroc-Jerseys Edward Carpenter Winchester Berkshires Earl Kibler Woodstock Chester Whites Larry Robert W. L. Vehrencamp Mt. Jackson

Presbyterians To Convene Tuesday In Winchester Presbytery

Winchester Presbytery will elect a new moderator at its mall session to convene Tuesday morning at 11 in Elk Branch Church Duffields. The retiring moderator Rev J A Trostle Hancock Md will preach the opening sermon. The meeting will consider doctrinal proposals but not alter church tenets. On Wednesday at 11 by appointment Rev H Daffin Gerrardstown will speak.

Mall Winchester Elk Branch Duffields J. A. Trostle Hancock H. Daffin Gerrardstown

Explosion F floods and collapse at Chicago distributor

A basement wine cask explosion at a Chicago distributing firm injured one worker. Port spilled 1,650 gallons floods the cellar while the sprinkler system trips and a fire alarm sounds. A firebrick wall collapses and plate glass windows shatter in five minutes.

Chicago

In Memoriam for William M Wisecarver 1936 Birthday Remembrance

In sad remembrance of husband and father William M. Wisecarver who departed life February 8, 1936. Today would be his birthday. Deep in our hearts you are fondly remembered with sweet memories and enduring love from his wife and daughters.

William M. Wisecarver

Real Estate for Sale Near Stephens City

1314 acre farm 3 miles southeast of Stephens City priced bargain 3500. Beautiful 7 room home with bath basement and hot water furnace in prime city section 315. Will finance and give possession in 30 days. 175 acre farm with house barn silo sheep sheds good water and electric. Ideal stock and dairy farm with good soil. vehicle access across the farm. Finance 2/3 of price. Call 183 N Cameron St.

Stephens City Cameron St

Pirates in position to seal pennant as Tobin faces Yankees

Pittsburgh holds a 34 game edge over the Cubs after sweeping the Dodgers 6-0 and 11-6. Jim Tobin, praised for a four hit opener, is seen as the Pirates' best chance to trouble the Yankees in the World Series.

Sid Feder Associated Press Sports Pie Traynor Pittsburgh Yankees Jim Tobin Pie Pirates Brooklyns Bucs Chicago Cubs Giants Cliff Melton Tobin Gehrig and Company Mickey Mouse Man Oakland Jim Yanks Dodgers Pittsburghs Argy Vaughan West Cubs Phils Bill Lee Clay Bryant

Brietz Sports Round-Up Highlights Big Town Buzz

Whizzer White draws big town attention as a football prospect. Saxon notes on travel and war threats, prep previews from Wallace and Burgess Whitehead. Track legends, baseball trades, and a bold slate for college and pro games pepper the column with colorful bets and insider chatter.

Eddie Brietz New York Whizzer White Vera Hruba Jimsny Johnston P. S. Johnston Puerto Rico Ciip — Taehorrow Alabama California Minnesota Washington Pitt West Virginia Mountaineers Wichita Army Braddock Francis Wallace Staevepost Burgess Whitehead Temple Pop Warner

Lemon pie hobby linked to famous philanthropist

The late George Eastman is said to have had a special recipe for lemon pie that he enjoyed preparing for his close friends, reflecting his lighter side beyond philanthropy.

W. F George Eastman

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