Commanders Arrested for Que Son Valley Rout Fallout
Saigon reports a regimental commander and at least one battalion commander have been arrested for their roles in losing the Que Son Valley last weekend. The setback damaged Saigon’s coastal advance toward Da Nang as forces unaccounted for and civilians were casualties amid the North Vietnamese assault. Brig. Gen. Pham Hoa Hiep led a counteroffensive as U.S. and South Vietnamese air strikes hit targets across North and South Vietnam.
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Neeld
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Nixon Starts Campaigning For 2d Term
President Nixon opened his campaign for a second White House term in Chicago, denouncing critics of defense spending as gambling with world peace. He outlined defense policy as a major election issue and pledged continued economizing on military spending where safe.
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Calif
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Winchester Woman Killed In Highway Crash Near Gore
A Winchester nurse, Mrs. Dale Ellen Keller 29, died after leaping from a gravel truck when brakes failed on Rt. 259 near Gore. Her husband drove the vehicle. A 12 year old girl was later struck by a truck on Rt. 11, 42 miles north of Winchester, with undetermined injuries.
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Winchester Memorial Hospital
Festival of Leaves Drama A Time Of Beginning Planned
Front Royal committee chairmen plan a historical drama titled A Time Of Beginning for the Festival of Leaves on October 14 and 15 at Warren County High School. The revised play spans 1670 to the 19th century with added scenes by Mrs. Leslie Good and will involve Lions Kiwanians and Rotarians assisting. helpers are urged to call Mr. Kresge or the committee, Concern number 667-0145.
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Warren County
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Viet Cong Delegate Denounces Nixon Travel at Paris Talks
Mrs. Nguyen Thi Binh, Viet Cong chief delegate, criticized President Nixon for not moving toward peace in Vietnam. She accused the U S of bombing Indochina, killing soldiers, and delaying a cease fire, urging continued resistance until rights are secured.
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Clarke County Fair Draws Record Crowds in Berryville
Clarke County Fair reported the biggest crowds yet with sun shining despite rain elsewhere. Carlton Emmart credited strong turnout last night as attendees seen in diverse displays from steer shows to needlework. Barbara Jones staffed voter registrations while non commercial exhibits filled the Exhibit Building with spirited participation.
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Berryville
Clarke County
Winchester
Carlton Emmart
Saigon Reports 20-Week Battle Death Toll Tops 15 Thousand
Saigon says 617 government troops were killed in action last week and 2,311 wounded, pushing 20-week battle deaths to 15,610 and wounded to 50,909 as North Vietnam’s offensive continues.
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Open Space Concept Brings New School Design To Winchester
Winchester introduces John Kerr Elementary School with an open space concept large classroom area and flexible space to support individualized learning. Superintendent Jacob L. Johnson explains the shift from traditional graded classrooms toward student centered instruction and the evolving role of Horace Mann era methods in public education. Page 22 continues discussion.
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John Kerr
Winchester Public Schools
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Mann
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Observations On Republican Convention
John Goolrich recalls the 1972 Republican National Convention in Miami Beach noting Hollywood stars like John Wayne Jimmy Stewart Ethel Merman Pat Boone Clint Eastwood and Chad Everett plus Gov Ronald Reagan and Woody Holton son of the governor. The Railroad Lounge run by the Association of American Railroads attracted reporters with food drink and goodwill attempts. Delegates warned against overconfidence after Dewey 1948 and Bill the South Seas Bar bartender comments reflect the non political atmosphere and praise for Holton.
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Warm, humid pattern to persist into Friday across East
Light southerly winds from the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico keep warm, humid weather over most of the eastern United States. Without a strong nearby weather system to displace the air, conditions remain stable through Friday. Dog training classes start soon. contact 837-1444 after 6.
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