Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Winchester Evening Star in Winchester, Virginia

We have 3,124,248 pages in Virginia

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1968

Page

4

Winchester Ad Rates and Editorial Staff Listed

Advertising and business numbers 667 3200 and 667 3211 appear with editorial leadership names Jack F Davis general manager and executive editor Robert F Rose business manager Eugene P Miller news editor Douglas B O Connell managing editor. Subscription rates show local and out of state options with yearly and six month plans and per issue pricing.

Jack F. Davis Robert F. Rose Eugene P. Miller Douglas B. O'Connell

Plankton as Future Food Sparks UN Study Call

A 1952 voyage by Alain Bombard in a rubber raft highlighted plankton as a future food source. The UN study urges cultivating ocean organisms like plankton and squid to supplement shrinking terrestrial agriculture as world population grows. The challenge is selling the idea to consumers and replacing traditional staples.

Alain B. Bombard Atlantic Canary Islands West Indies United Nations Economic and Social Council

Westmoreland and Abrams face unchanged roles in Vietnam

The shift from General Westmoreland to General Abrams as top Vietnam commander is analyzed as not guaranteed to bring new policy. Abrams, a WWII veteran known for aggressive tactics, will continue under Westmoreland and a Johnson administration pursuing what it sees as U.S. best interests in the conflict.

William C. Westmoreland Vietnam Creighton W. Abrams Westmoreland Army Abrams U.S Gen. Westmoreland Johnson United States

Johnson moves Crocker to six year Civil Aeronautics Board term

President Johnson reshapes the Civil Aeronautics Board by naming John H. Crocker to a six year term, aiming to retain Democratic control through 1971. Senate confirmation could solidify party influence even if Republicans win the White House next year. Critics view the move as centralizing power and keeping it in the family.

Johnson John H. Crocker Civil Aeronautics Board Senate White House

Severe apple crop damage reported in 1921 storm

The Star Files notes heavy damage to apples described as the worst since 1921 when the crop was wiped out. Rain began at 7:30 a m and by afternoon depth reached 1 47 inches. Frederick County tomato crop expected to surge with four canneries to operate Briathwaite Bros Cross Junction A L DeHaven Siler E O Stotler Whitacre Z W Bageant Albin.

Frederick County Briathwaite Bros Cross Junction A. L. DeHaven Siler E. O. Stotler Whitacre Z. W. Bageant Albin

Eagles buy Wall property for school home in Winchester

Winchester Aerie No. 824 F O E purchased the Wall property on the west side of North Market Street adjoining the Banta dwelling and S A Affleck residence. The large dwelling, used as a primary grade school home for John Kerr School, was owned by William Miller’s estate and sold for 4000 dollars.

Winchester Aerie Order of Eagles Wall North Market St Banta S. A. Affleck Winchester John Kerr School William Miller

Face It Gas and Alcohol Behind Highway Tragedy

A Daily Meditation warns that gas and alcohol cause fatal highway crashes in the United States. It urges drivers to avoid mixing substances and speed, noting the consequence of recklessness is devastating hospital stays or death. It stresses staying in control of one’s powers and vehicle.

United States

Clog Dance on Mine Field

Henry J. Taylor argues that Free University of Berlin shows U S financed student unrest spreading to other campuses. He cites Kennedy remarks at Kansas State University and warns the gimmick fuels opposition to national security and requires technical expertise in insurrection.

Free University of Berlin East Berlin East Germany U.S America Columbia University Grayson L. Kirk University of Virginia Robert F. Kennedy Kansas State University Bobby United Press International Kennedy Trotsky Lenin

Kennedy challenged by campus rhetoric and poverty critique

A public-school commentator argues Bobby Kennedy exploits leftist slogans to appeal to students, falsely downplays Red China fears, praises poverty programs, and advocates nonmilitary service. The piece accuses Kennedy of opportunism and demagoguery on campuses and beyond.

Bobby Vietnam Brigham Young University Provo Utah America Kennedy United States

Letters Reflect Veterans Views On Flag, War And Civilians

Mrs. Robert E Osth of Berryville cites a Vietnam era GI from the 1011th Airborne, arguing that national mourning and flag protocols should honor soldiers abroad before protests at home. He recalls riots, Detroit battles, and a call to bring troops home to fight communism at home before overseas action.

the Star Vietnam Dr. King Viet Nam King 1011St Airborne Fort Bragg Detroit G. I Washington

Man who is his own boss works for demanding employer

A reflective column contrasts self employment with harsh supervision. It notes changing labor attitudes and hints at broader social shifts from traditional to modern expectations. The piece weaves brief cultural vignettes about Native and Californian life.

Soothing Dermatitis Causes Treatments And Aldomet Uses

Wayne Brandstadt M D answers questions on dermatitis types such as eczema allergic and contact dermatitis and how redness itching and crusting develop. He notes triggers from plants dyes and overwashing and discusses soothing preparations hydrocortisone and avoiding causes.

How's Your LQ Memory Quiz Scores and Questions

A daily quiz based on 100 questions over 10 days classifies scores into Memory Expert Very Superior Excellent Good. The reader is advised to turn to page two for core answers and lists ten sample questions about contests animals landmarks and a historical query.

When Is Maximum Force Sanctioned

A discussion on police use of deadly force in riots. Officials debate whether officers may shoot arsonists or looters who resist arrest, with Mayor Daley and Attorney General Ramsey Clark offering guidance, and calls for clear limits to prevent indiscriminate violence.

Washington Richard J. Daley Chicago Daley Orlando W. Wilson California Illinois Ramsey Clark American Society of Newspaper Editors Jerome P. Cavanagh Detroit America

Also Mentioned on This Page

Nat'l Rep Bottinelli and Gallagher, Inc East 41St St New York N.Y W.va ONO Momer cc ae —_ an Everett Dirksen Mr. Johnson Earl L. Douglas Henry J. Taylor Pixies Bobby Kennedy University of Chicago Lyndon Johnson By Wohl Robert E. Osth Berryville Sares By Phil Pastoret By Wayne Brandstadt,m.d Lassar Wayne G. Brandstadt M.D Dr. Brandstadt U.S. Capitol By David Lawrence
Search Courier

Search the Winchester Evening Star Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Winchester Evening Star?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication