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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1970
Page
4
The editorial notes that heavy groundwater pumping in Arizona has lowered water tables for decades, causing land subsidence, fissures near populated areas, and road cracks including Interstate 110. It warns that continued drainage and population growth threaten future stability and safety.
An internal report urged by Secretary Rogers aims to cut red tape and boost State Department efficiency amid long standing criticism of bureaucratic rigidity. The piece notes presidents have bypassed the department for foreign policy and calls for clear policy formulation.
The article questions Samuel Wilson of Arlington Massachusetts as the inspiration for Uncle Sam. It notes the War of 1812 meat supplier connection and a watchman’s remark that the U S marking stood for Uncle Same Wilson. Soldiers popularized the name, making it a national symbol and prompting talk of a memorial.
Cadet Charles Sledge son of Mrs Frances R Sledge promoted to Corporal in the Massanutten Military Academy Corps of Cadets. Other items note Mrs Louise A Patten leading a Salvation Army fundraiser on radio, Ray Boyce named Frederick County Firemen’s Association president, the 79th Congress ending its session, Kiwanis Christmas party, Handley Judges poised for State Class B play, and Pan Wei-tung of the Institute of Chinese Culture addressing the Century Club.
Daily Meditation argues that history cycles and human nature remains constant. It warns against complacency while asserting today is the best age humanity has known, despite persistent flaws across generations and nations.
A New York Times Service opinion urges President Nixon to lighten public life. It suggests growing a beard, new bellbottom trousers, and playful gestures to restore gaiety, criticizing grim governance and proposing whimsical ideas as relief from seven years of political strife.
The politics of the House sees Hale Boggs of Louisiana challenged by B F Sisk of California for the post of Democratic leader. Sisk draws support from Rules Committee positioning and a mixed liberal-conservative record, while Boggs relies on his 15 years of leadership, Ways and Means chairmanship, and a history of rational, moderate policy. Carl Albert's neutral stance adds to the uncertainty as the caucus vote nears.
Dr. Lamb notes alcohol as the biggest drug problem in high schools and colleges, warns that niacin used for cholesterol can cause side effects in large doses, and emphasizes diet and exercise to lower cholesterol. He cites his book Your Heart and How to Live with It and invites reader questions for future columns.
Winchester Evening Star publishes from 2N Kent Street with offices in Winchester Virginia. It lists staff including Jack F. Davis Eugene P Miller and Douglas B O Connell. The paper offers carrier and mail subscription rates with yearly and monthly options.
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