16 Aug 1976
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1976
Page
1
Star staff writer notes two Saturday and Sunday storms brought heavy rain and strong winds to the town and countryside. Lightning strikes knocked out power and telephone lines, with pea sized hail reported in Front Royal during one deluge.
Christians announce a new campaign to drive Palestinians from Meten overlooking Beirut. Phalange leader warns of force if Palestinians do not pull out. Reports say Palestinian shells hit Christian positions as militiamen backed by tanks assault Aintoura. Separate notices recount storms causing damage across Winchester Front Royal and area with power outages and flooding.
President Ford and Ronald Reagan face a divided Republican field as the 31st National Convention opens in Kansas City. Delegates shift and backers clash over running mate rules while Buckley looms as a potential wildcard in the tight nomination race. Ford and Reagan rally supporters, with Mississippi uncommitted blocs looming large.
Virginia delegates hold pivotal sway at the Republican national convention as Ronald Reagan and possibly President Ford plan visits. Rumors of a Reagan appearance at the delegation hotel were confirmed by Sen. William L. Scott, with Ford’s visit undecided and likely Tuesday afternoon. Delegates remain uncommitted, sighting a potential split if the nomination goes beyond one ballot. Governor Mills Godwin predicts Ford wins on the first roll call, while a few neutral delegates’ shifts have benefited Ford, including Lois J. Kindt’s move to Ford after contacting Jim Baker.
Today's business feature covers the area travel industry current health and prospects. Wire from Warren examines visitation declines on Skyline Drive and analyzes potential effects on Front Royal and Warren County.
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