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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1967
Page
4
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After a third quarter slowdown, the American economy shows signs of revival with November personal income at a record level of 641.7 billion dollars seasonally adjusted. Housing starts rise 4.7 percent to their highest since 1965, wages up 5.6 billion, and unemployment insurance drops signal a recovery, though caution remains about overextension and inflation.
The article notes how New Year celebrations differ from church services to clubs with paper hats and smiles. It argues that many Americans spend quietly or at home while clubgoers are fewer, yet New Year’s Eve remains a time when prices rise and people may indulge in splurges.
U. S. bombers destroy 21 Nazi trucks in a major convoy raid. Staff Sergeant John E. O'Neal, son of Samuel O'Neal of Middletown, is reported a prisoner of war held by Japan in the Philippines.
A 1917 report warns that food saving is essential for victory in World War I. It notes Virginia as the only state to send its entire quota of men drafted into training camps under the first draft provisions.
The piece argues honesty as the foundation virtue for good living and durable character. It stresses honesty in speech action and purpose as essential to social harmony and personal stability, noting foundations are unseen yet crucial for a solid life.
Henry J. Taylor argues that New Year’s Eve 1916 saw two zeppelins destroyed over London signaling a psychological turning point in World War I. He recalls Verdun losses, shifts in leadership, and the need for U.S. mobilization, linking past resilience to 1968 Vietnam aims. He closes with a note on oceanic exploration in the Indian Ocean.
Patients ask about neck joint cracking and its causes with advice to avoid rapid head movements and use heat. Other queries cover coxa valga childbirth impact, synovitis, Novocain use, papilloma removal, and tranquilizers Librium and Valium. Dr Brandstadt notes nonindividual answers in future columns.
HAL BOYLE notes a national lull between Christmas and January 2. Society slows as people postpone action, do nothing with purpose, and enjoy a rare calm at home and work. The piece humorously contrasts busy life resuming next week with this week of genteel fatigue and quiet routines.
The piece argues the 1968 nominating process remains controlled by a small network of party leaders and donors, with polls guiding choices. It notes public opinion matters, but delegates are still chosen by insiders, and independents may swing in a tight election year.
A reflection pairs James 2 14 about faith versus works with Cervantes claim that a brave person earns his fortune through his own deeds. The quotations contrast belief and conduct and highlight personal responsibility and merit.
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