Winchester Evening Star masthead and staff credits
The Winchester Evening Star lists its founding year 1894, daily schedule excluding Sundays, and staff roles with Jack F. Davis as General Manager and Executive Editor, Douglas B. O Connell as Managing Editor, and Eugene P. Miller as News Editor along with contact and distribution details.
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Winchester Evening Star
Reed
Jack F. Davis
Eugene P. Miller
Winchester
Rep
Gallagher-Delisser, Inc
East 44Th St
New York City
Complex Frustrating Developments in South Viet Nam
Honolulu talks between Premier Ky and President Johnson raised expectations for social reforms in South Viet Nam but stirred unease. Ky returned from Honolulu seen by many as Johnson's proxy, while Buddhist leader Thich Tri Quang worried reforms would entrench Ky. The episode highlights the region's intricate, frustrating political struggle.
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South Viet Nam
Honolulu
Nguyen Cao Ky
Johnson
Thich Tri Quang
U.S
Quang
President Johnson pushes tax plans and social program critique
The piece notes Johnson’s push for tax increases to fund government programs while warning higher receipts would fuel inflation. It highlights his calls for price controls and cautions against cutting Great Society efforts. It also reports a horsewhipping verdict in Arkansas City and Johnson’s sharp stance on smoking.
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White House
Johnson
Congress
Record 602 licenses issued in a single day at chamber office
The Star Files reports a local Chamber of Commerce office issued a total of 602 licenses in one day, a new record. London claims British troops rout a Nazi division with heavy losses in northern Greece as Yugoslav Allies counterattack south of Belgrade and seize the Adriatic port of Durazzo. The US warns Germany of potential action to defend neutral nations as tensions rise. Paper prices surge with 60 day advances up four times, printers facing color shortages. German bombardment of Hill 304 uses gas shells, but attacker gains are repulsed.
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Chamber of Commerce
London
Adolf Hitler
Greece
Belgrade
Adriatic
Durazgo
Hitler
Germany
United States
Wilson
Hill 304
Moral instruction and danger in daily life
A mother asks for a school to shield her son from evil influences. The minister replies no place on earth is free of danger, comparing moral risk to physical disease. He urges building inner strength to withstand adversity rather than seeking perfect surroundings.
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Earth
Image of Nation’s Capital Tarnished by Easter Riots
Washington faced a four hour riot as hundreds of teenagers attacked an amusement park and spilled into city streets. Dozens were injured and property damage ran into thousands as police from several jurisdictions restored order. The unrest followed desegregation and reflected broader concerns about law and order in free America.
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Washington
America
Walter Gold
The
Washington Evening Star
Free America
Commentary on Civil Unrest and Public Discipline
The author critiques how civil disobedience is framed as a right to riot and questions political priorities. They warn about increased violence by youths and urge strict obedience and disciplined enforcement, noting police hesitation and civilian review boards.
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Congress
National
Journey Back in Memory as Man’s Best Vehicle
HAL BOYLE recalls memory as the finest vehicle in life, traversing past slang, everyday quirks, and old times. He reflects on Czech glass eyes, streetcars, rural teeth, vaudeville, schoolgirl stockings, picnic lunches, tire repairs, striped silk shirts, and political voting.
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Czechoslovakia
New Methods Improve Hernia Surgery Results
A reader asks about preventing hernia recurrence after repair. Dr Brandstadt notes 10 percent recur after age 50 due to weak tissues and advises avoiding heavy lifting and straining. He cites tantalum or plastic mesh reinforcement and using fascia from another body part as improved options.
How's Your I Q a Ten day score based quiz memory guide
A dated quiz format lists ten questions with answers on page two. It covers expressions history flags seas and assassinations with multiple choice style prompts and a scoring table for memory ability. The piece reads like a weekly trivia feature from a historical newspaper.
Republicans Return to Experienced Politicians for 1968 Ticket
The piece argues GOP voters will favor seasoned figures like Richard Nixon over youth on the 1968 presidential ticket. It notes John Lindsay’s mixed record as New York City mayor weakens his national prospects and highlights Javits as a party-loyal liberal with vice presidential ambitions.
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G.O.P
Richard Nixon
John Lindsay
Mark Hatfield
Charles Percy
Lindsay
New York
Wall Street
New York State
Republican
Jacob Javits
Javits
Nixon
Saint Francis de Sales Quotes on Small Deeds
A brief devotional noting that faithful small acts render greatness in God’s eyes. The quote from Luke 19 17 is paired with Saint Francis de Sales emphasizing doing little things with strong desire to God to make them great.
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Saint Francis de Sales
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