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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1967
Page
4
The Winchester Evening Star announces general staff and contact info with subscription rates listed. One year mail rate is 10 dollars and six months 6 dollars, monthly 1.10, with advertising and business numbers provided.
A Senate subcommittee plans secret hearings on risks of computer analysis in defense and foreign policy after critics say computer guidance misled Pentagon decisions. They cite the F111 swing wing fighter and an expensive carrier as examples, arguing human judgment rather than machines drove policy.
After a two month civil war Nigeria, Africa's most populous state, faces secessionist tensions in the east and a rising arms market. Britain clamped export permits, the United States stayed hands off, while the Soviet bloc ships MIGs and arms via Omnipol, signaling a new superpower contest and risk of wider bloodshed.
As the 1967 68 term nears, teachers and pupils return from vacations to face overcrowded classrooms, few new teachers, and aging schools. Some educators advocate a four quarter system to ease funding and salary pressures while the large school prepares to reopen.
British and American reports note a sharp drop in German sinkings in the Atlantic as Russian forces counter with a fierce defense. American air units hit enemy landing fields east of Matruh and struck Tobruk harbor facilities, triggering widespread fires and heavy blasts.
Reports say five concrete bridges will be constructed over Osborne Run Dog Run Carlisle Run and the mill race at Wood's Mill on the Berryville Turnpike. Each bridge will be 20 feet wide with concrete railings. In western fronts operations are hindered by rain and fog.
Earl L. Douglas argues that life reflects sacrifice from Genesis to Revelation. He asserts Jesus’ crucifixion is the universe’s essence and salvation comes only through accepting Christ’s sacrifice, not through Jesus the Teacher alone. He warns removing sacrifice empties religion of meaning and guidance follows acceptance of the cross.
William S. White analyzes Secretary Fowler’s challenge to win Senate and House support for a wartime 10 percent surtax. He outlines three tasks: appeal to anti deficit Republicans, satisfy Southern Democrats backing Vietnam funding, and persuade liberal antiwar Democrats to accept fiscal responsibility. He notes doves push for stopping war funding and taxing the rich while avoiding broad tax hikes. Kennedy leads the liberal push for loopholes and spending, prompting debate on demagoguery and fiscal policy.
Dr Wayne Brandstadt explains head noises affect all ages but more in those over 50 with artery hardening. Causes range from cold related eustachian tube swelling to vascular malformations and Meniere's disease. Treatment is limited if arteries are involved. tranquility, niacin, and occasional tranquilizers may help, while some improve with time.
A quiz page lists 10 questions with scoring ranges from Memory Genius to Good. It asks about the Oilers city in the AFL, Jesus' first disciple, Washington’s 1789 NYC event, a bird with forward eyes, snow and soil warmth, saccharin value, father of Medicine, sleeping sickness cause, vitamins for gums and glands, and a World War I French marshal who was Allied commander.
Hal Boyle surveys quirky modern humor and social quirks from 1967. He lampoons despera te romeos with curly hair, aging lovers, fashion quirks, inflation habits, quirky bank incentives, coffee boosts after quitting cigarettes, Freudian sports writers, and urban mores with wry observations.
The World Almanac states the gila monster is the only venomous lizard in the United States. It notes they do not bite unless provoked and that their venom matches the potency of some rattlesnakes.
Washington wires report that U S military leaders oppose McNamara restraints and urge stronger air strikes on North Vietnam. General Greene and General Johnson insist patience and attrition favor Hanoi, while Senator Stennis cites direct conflict with defense plans and calls for clear military targets to be struck.
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