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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1971
Page
4
An editorial argues that a shift in consumer values may mute traditional fiscal and monetary effects. Savings rise beyond forecasts as lower priced goods stay in demand, suggesting lifestyle changes and independence from status symbols could alter credit use and cash's role in exchanges.
Sage Henry J. Taylor honors Thomas Jefferson born April 13 1743 calling him the Immortal Jefferson and a Renaissance man whose life shaped American destiny. The piece notes his Monticello home Charlottesville Virginia University of Virginia seal and lasting garden legacy with 400000 annual visitors.
Secretary Clifford M. Hardin says rising housing demand will push wood prices higher. He urges tapping national forest reserves to ease short-term shortages and promotes private forest development as a long term solution. He notes environmental protection and landowner education as key factors.
In Bournemouth a dishwashing machine maker challenged any woman to a contest. Mrs Joyce Brister accepted. After a three course dinner for 16, dishes were split for washing. Brister finished in just under 22 minutes while the machine took an hour. Judges ruled Brister’s dishes cleaner. The manufacturer paid the dinner bill.
Letters urge delaying final budget action to April 17 to study items and seek new revenue without raising the tax rate. Writers criticize farm subsidies and real estate disparities, press for fair assessments, and praise local teachers while urging local officials to fund quality education. A reader recalls military service and argues in favor of accountability and state guidance.
The author recounts selling guns after Vietnam and urges support for Lt. Calley’s pardon. He asks readers to protest in Washington from April 18 to 24 and to flood the president with telegrams and letters. He cites war-time casualties and questions the fairness of Calley’s trial.
A teaser from a trivia feature outlines scoring for a ten day IQ test with daily results and presents ten sample questions. Topics include Supreme Court desegregation, A Message to Garcia, zodiac signs, reptiles, Tarzan author, horse racing distance, Geronimo cry, Samuel Jackson Sneed name hint, Seth Thomas industry, and Greenland compass location.
The Commercial and Savings Bank bought three parcels on East Piccadilly St for future expansion at a total price of 57500 dollars. Miss Fleming to attend Apple Blossom Festival on April 28. Shawnee Kennel Club draws 490 entries for all breed show on April 20 at the Armory. Winchester SPCA rummage sale nets over 225 dollars. Mrs. Haines chairs. Admiral Nimitz to crown Queen Shenandoah XIX on May 2. Handley track opens with a four team meet in Frederick County. Governor Tuck visits Front Royal to ribbon Skyline Caverns and open the tourist season.
A Daily Meditation essay argues progress exists despite flaws, praising greater justice and press freedom. It cites Genesis 1 31 and unites divine oversight with human responsibility, urging balanced view of modern life and values over wealth.
The Shreveport Journal notes the IRS guide allows deducting bribes and kickbacks in nongovernmental business dealings unless the briber is convicted or pleads guilty. The piece questions where tips, comped rounds, or discreet payments fit as bribes or lagniappe.
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