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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1973
Page
4
American League adopts a designated pinch hitter for the pitcher, altering the batting order and elevating the role of a tenth batter. The rule, opposed by some purists, aims to bolster offense as teams seek box office gains amid a broader shift toward service-based economy and automation.
James J. Kilpatrick recalls urging blind residents to contact Frances Ebert or Amy Barnes about the Winchester Chapter of the Federation of the Blind. A member recalls the value of joining while sighted and notes the group’s welcoming, inclusive activities and a Telephone Pioneers of America repair shop for Talking Book Machines and cassettes.
The piece portrays President Nixon's 1974 budget as a landmark struggle between White House and Congress. It frames Nixon's plan to dismantle broad categorical aid, ending some programs and phasing others out, while expanding federal roles in education, training, law enforcement, and urban development.
The piece outlines a U S assessment of Soviet influence in Sudan linked to the Ansari sect and Libyan maneuvers, detailing tensions with President al Nimeiry, embassy closures, and regional power shifts in Africa’s pivotal Mideast frontier. It contrasts U S strategic interests with local political dynamics and budgetary politics in Washington.
Star Files reports Burr Powell Harrison of Winchester received the annual Harrisonburg Daily News-Record Winchester Evening Star award for outstanding service to the Shenandoah Valley. Forty two acceptances were noted for the Apple Blossom Festival firemen parade. Life Scout Jack Henshall led Winchester as mayor for two hours during National Boy Scout Week. Prize money totaling 872.50 was set for the festival firemen’s parade.
A meditation notes that North Americans are constantly on the move as industry relocates officials and people chase new jobs. It cautions against restlessness and urges readers to cultivate rooted life, suggesting true riches lie in one’s own backyard. Wandering is acceptable only when driven by a clear purpose.
Editor notes the feature How's Your LQ has been discontinued by The Star's service. The Star is exploring options to obtain a similar column for future use.
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