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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1966

Page

4

Local newspaper masthead and contact details

The page shows the newspaper masthead with editor names Eugene P Miller and Doug las O Connell, managing editor, and the business address in New York City. It lists subscription rates and a Winchester Virginia mailing option along with a general manager name and contact number.

Good Ol' Body- Fe cra A New Press Agent?

An argument contrasts the human body's resilience with the fragility of machines and new fabrics. It notes many survive accidents where iron and steel fail, praising anatomy's design and hinting at further wonders beyond fabric innovations.

Nobody Knows How Mighty The Human Eye Is

The piece extols the eye as a self mending versatile instrument equaling a living photo lens. It notes bodies endure space age perils including traffic pollution and stress while remaining remarkably resilient and long lived. It praises the human body as a master crafted machine built by a skillful maker.

Powell staff travel probe targets excess congressional spending

The GOMing inquiry into Education and Labor Committee staff reveals frequent weekend trips to Miami New York Puerto Rico and West Coast destinations. The subcommittee ordered the return of 30 airline credit cards and notes reduced travel, suggesting broader waste across committees and a potential plan to cut costs for taxpayers.

Goming Rep Adam Clayton Powell Education and Labor Committee Miami New York Puerto Rico West Coast Powell U.S

The Psychology of More Candy Shop Tip

A British candy store owner explains why his shop thrives with fewer sweets in the scales, contrasting rivals who overfill and then remove sweets. He says they deliberately underload and then add to attract customers.

Chinese Forces Attack North of Besieged Hongkong

Reports state Chinese forces carried successful operations north of besieged Hongkong forcing Japanese to shift reinforcements to the Tamshui area. Other items note Martinsburg wartime alert Stephens City air raid post and local defense leadership changes as communities mobilize for war.

Hongkong Tamshui Martinsburg Stephens City Rose MacDonald Clarke County Defense Board J. Edward Thomas Clarke County Shenandoah Handley High School

Daily Meditation by Earl L. Douglas

Fifty years ago stores closed at night and doors were locked. Today stores stay locked but lights stay on inside for quick detection of prowlers. Inner illumination is the center of all growth and faith. Jesus spoke of living in an illuminated era and we should keep inner lights on and bright. The mind of youth seeks more light and adults should keep asking questions.

Winchester Big Tabernacle N. Kent St Luther B. Bridgers Georgia Jesus

Hard Nos ed Realities Dim Republican Unity Goal

William S. White reports hard realities dimming the GOP unity goal as 1968 debates feature Reagan Romney tensions and Goldwater distances. Senate leadership struggles loom with Hugh Scott favored by liberals and George Murphy by old guard, signaling intra party maneuvering under Dirksen’s looming call.

Washington G.O.P Ray Bliss California Ronald Reagan Michigan George Romney Bliss G.O.P. Coordinating Committee Eisenhower Senate Romney Hugh Scott Pennsylvania George Murphy Everett McKinley Dirksen Ilinois

Nixon taps Romney rivals in Senate power tilt

The commentary notes a campaign chairmanship shakeup with Dirksen backing Murphy over Scott. It predicts the Romney faction facing off against Reagan allies as Kuchel retains the whip while the Romney forces may push Murphy for campaign chair, shaping 1968 leadership.

Dirksen Murphy Scott Old Guard Richard Nixon Romney Senate Thomas Kuchel California Kuchel Reagan

Republicans Fail to Offer Clear Opposition in 1968 Preview

The piece argues Republican leaders show little unity or plan to oppose the Johnson administration, focusing on presidential ambitions rather than crafting a coherent platform. It calls for a constructive, issue driven stance on civil rights, budget policy, crime, taxation, and public sentiment ahead of the 1968 election. The article cites concerns over spending, rising costs, and the need to present a united fiscal and political message.

Washington Congress Johnson Republican Party Democratic Party Department of Justice Department of Health, Education and Welfare

Christmas Brings Out Best And Worst In Office Zoo

HAL BOYLE surveys office Christmas behavior from gin in water coolers to gift exchanges. secretaries compete with festive trees while some steal lights others collect for janitors or office boys. executives share snacks, staff delays grow, calls drop, and feuds both heal and start amid holiday cheer.

New York

Bruxism woes and relief tips from Dear Dr Lawrence

A reader asks how to stop the night grinding and clicking known as bruxism. The doctor warns it damages teeth and joints, notes limited cures, and suggests relaxation and specific jaw rest techniques before adding a short quiz on general knowledge.

DR. Lawrence

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Eugene P. Miller Douglas B. O’connell Nat'l her-Delisser, Inc East 44Th St New York City Jack F. Davis City Carrier W. Va Arthur Fields Old Virginia Texas Mesopotamia Russia Earl L. Douglas William S. White Barry Goldwater Goldwater Lawrence Welk Tommy Kuchel Ruchel By David Lawrence Woodrow Wilson Hal Boyle Erseby William Lawrence Bruxists I.Q Arthur Henry Yar England Florida
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