Two Disasters Dominate Winchester Feb 1971 Year
A surgical clinic blast and an oil stove fire on Highland Avenue left one dead, 55 homeless, and caused extensive damage. The blaze prompted aid from Red Cross, Salvation Army, and churches as the city also moved to annex Frederick County territory. A third major item noted: a bank robbery case tied to a Front Royal incident.
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Doug O'Connell
James B. Troup
Winchester Surgical Clinic
Stewart and Boscawen Sts
Highland Ave
Surgical Clinic
The
Red Cross
Salvation Army
Highland Ave. Presbyterian Church
Winchester
Frederick County
Supreme Court of Appeals
Meir predicts resumption of Phantom jet deliveries to Israel
Premier Golda Meir told a radio audience that the United States is likely to restart Phantom jet deliveries to Israel following January talks in Washington. Reports note the Nixon administration considered continuing supplies after last summer’s agreement lapsed. Jordan and Egypt reported military maneuvers and exchanges near Amman and the Sinai in a tense Middle East scene.
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Associated Press
Golda Meir
United States
Israel
Middle East
Jordan
Egypt
Meir
Washington
Nixon
State Department
New York Times
U.S
Amman
Sinai Desert
Lebanon
Salt
Naour
Suez Canal
Sinai
Christmas Cactus to Bloom for New Year at Mrs Rhodes Home
Mrs Lillian Rhodes of 532 N Loudoun St reports her Christmas Cactus finally blooming after seven years. The pink blossoms, delayed from Christmas, are set to open by New Year’s Day.
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Lillian Rhodes
N. Loudoun St
New Year Cease Fire Observed Across South Vietnam
Viet Cong and South Vietnamese forces reported a 24 hour cease-fire starting at 6 p.m. Saigon time, while U S air forces continued raids on Laos supply routes after a five day operation. One militiaman was killed in the Central Highlands during an early violation.
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Saigon
USS
South Vietnam
North Vietnam
Laos
Central Highlands
Mu Gia
Ban Raving
Ban Karai
Ho Chi Minh Trail
U.S
U.S. Command
James D’entremont
Vinh
Hanoi
Vandals Damage Orrick Cemetery in Valley Ave Break-in
Vandals broke into the Orrick Cemetery on Valley Ave this week, overturning 20 stones and markers. H. M. Brooks, president of the cemetery board, estimated damages at more than $2,000 and noted the site has faced recurring vandalism, with the cemetery serving Black and Native American burials.
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David Smith
Orrick
Valley Ave
Winchester
H. M. Brooks
the Star
11 Die in the Northeast and West in New Year Holiday Traffic
Traffic accidents killed at least 11 people during the New Year weekend as snow and rain disrupted travel from the Northeast to the Pacific Northwest. Rain fell along parts of the Gulf Coast while much of the nation enjoyed fair weather. The death toll began at 6 p.m. Thursday and runs through midnight Sunday.
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Associated Press
Northeast
Pacific Northwest
Gulf Coast
Indianapolis
Sacramento
Rep. Dowdy Convicted In Bribery Scheme
Rep. John V. Dowdy, a 59 year old Texas Democrat, was found guilty in a $25,000 bribery scheme. He becomes the first in office congressman in 15 years to be convicted of a criminal offense.
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Baltimore
John V. Dowdy
Texas
New Year Snowfall Seen Not Likely
Forecasters expect temperatures in the 20s with near zero precipitation for New Year Eve. Highs in the upper 30s tomorrow, warming to the 40s and 50s Sunday with a chance of rain. A tree pickup plan for next week is announced in Washington for curbside collection. Dowdy, a 10 term congressman, convicted on multiple counts related to bribery and false statements. Sentencing delayed seven days to allow motions for new trial.
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Opie
Washington
Dowdy
Nathan H. Cohen
Justice Department
Cohen
Maryland
U.S
Thomas J. Lane
Mass
Congress
Leon H.A. Pierson
Dendy
Star to Pause Publication on New Year’s Day
The Star will skip publication tomorrow in observance of New Year’s Day. The paper will resume regular issues the following day.
State buys Paris Mountain land for hunting area
The State Commission of Game and Inland Fisheries purchased 1952 acres on the east side of Paris Mountain known as Apple Manor. Deed signed Tuesday, area closed to the public after today. Hunting permits honored until decision on recreation. Public use hoped for by the spring gobbler season in April. Purchase funded by hunting licenses and sporting goods taxes. no general tax money used.
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Apple Manor
Paris Mountain
The
State Commission of Game and Inland Fisheries
Blake Denney
Denney
World Bid Farewell to 1971 Across Cities
Year end celebrations span Rome New York London Paris and SF with unique customs. In New York Guy Lombardo will lead midnight Auld Lang Syne in the Waldorf Astoria as Rome expected street toasts. Police urge restraint amid heavy revelry and traffic dangers nationwide.
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Associated Press
Rome
New York
Central Park
San Francisco
Guy Lombardo
Waldo
Royal Horse Guard
Scots Guard
Spain
Byrd Named Star's Business Manager in Winchester
Thomas T. Byrd has been named business manager of The Winchester Evening Star. The 25 year old is the fourth generation in his family to run the Star. A Staunton Military Academy and VMI alumnus, he served in the U.S. Marines including Vietnam duty, then earned a Lynchburg College history and political science degree. He joined The Star during college and now lives with his wife Dana in Clarke County with one daughter, Courtney.
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Thomas T. Byrd
Winchester Evening Star
Jack F. Davis
Star
Mr. Byrd
The
Staunton Military Academy
Virginia Military Institute
American School
Switzerland
U.S. Marines
Viet Nam
Lynchburg College
the Star
Dana
Clarke County
Courtney
Weather clears as cold front lowers Virginia temps
AP reports a cold front and low pressure brought clear skies and cooler weather to Virginia today. Also noted are local openings and sales events such as Fleet & Co. opening New Year's Day, Penney's promotions, and a Lamp and Shade sale with 10 to 50 percent discounts from January 3 to January 8.
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Richmond
Virginia
Colonial Art & Craft
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George M. Cochran
Front Royal
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Frank L. Kalafat
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Virgil Clarence Campbell
Washington, D.C
Campbell
Belleview Ave
Peter
Hollywood
Peter Duel
Smith and Jones
Hollywood Hills
Duel
Rochester
N.Y
St. Lawrence University
American Theater Wing
New York City
Hannibal Hayes
Alias Smith _and Jones
Ben Murphy
Town Crier
Rep. Dowdy
State Commission
H.N. Smalley
Maine Turnpike Authority
Dearborn
Mich
Lake Zurich
Ill
Louisville
Gary Burbank
Fleet & Co., Inc
Penney’s
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