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                         Roanoke Times
                 Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.

DATE: THURSDAY, June 9, 1994                   TAG: 9406100058
SECTION: NEIGHBORS                    PAGE: E-8   EDITION: METRO 
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Salem Museum honors Roanoke WWII veterans

"Remembering World War II", an exhibit that details the Roanoke Valley's experiences during the war, is now on display at the Salem Museum.

It features photographs of Col. Howard Hammersley, a native Roanoker who served as chief photographer for the Mediterranean Allied Air Force, and personal items from many local veterans and residents.

The museum will hold an open house to honor the veterans from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1264 Colorguard also will hold a commemorative ceremony at 1 p.m.

The museum is located in Longwood Park, and there is no charge for admission.

Blue Ridge Library plans summer reading events

The Blue Ridge Library is holding a free summer reading program for children ages 6 and up every Tuesday from July 5 to Aug. 16.

The theme this year will be "Reading is a Magic Trip," and registration will begin at the library on June 20. There will be a separate story hour for children under 6 on Thursdays.

The goal of this program is to promote the enjoyment of reading for all ages. The first activity will be with Puppets by Pizzazz on July 7. For more information, contact Sonya Leonard at 977-3433.



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