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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1973
Page
4
A British scientist suggests stress may trigger built in enemies from high population densities, tying it to cancer, heart disease and mental illness. The article notes rising prosperity and crowded living may elevate stress, redefining it as a major social problem among modern societies.
The return of American prisoners showed efficiency and care though three non commissioned officers promoted to officer status by Col John P Flynn caused controversy. Prisoners had lobbied for officer ranks after seven years in captivity and ceremonial commissions were held. The Air Force is reviewing the case as uniforms and insignia were issued.
Star Files recalls 1963 bid by DAVID G. SIMPSON attorney for the Republican nomination from Shawnee District. Berryville Clarke Jaycees honor four locals at the DSA Banquet William Milleson outstanding young farmer James Shockey Boss of the Year Edward Strosnider outstanding athlete Fred Jones distinguished service award winner.
In 1948 the Star spotlighted Mrs. F L Largent Sr as Woman of the Week for leading the Federated Council of Church Women. The Egg and I was showing at the Lee Theatre in Middletown. Gov. Tuck's bid to bar Truman from the November ballot stalled briefly in Virginia General Assembly.
Letters to the editor urge the City of Winchester to grant a fair lease for the Winchester Volunteer Rescue Squad, detailing fundraising struggles, equipment upgrades, and community support while praising the Star’s editorial on leasing. The piece also includes a lengthy critique of gun control rhetoric, a school poem from Gerrardstown Elementary, highway route debates, and citizen calls to attend public meetings and contact officials.
CIA chief James Schlesinger warned President Nixon that contested Thai bases threaten Vietnam Laos truces. He notes Thai army strength at 141,500 defending bases and absorbing Red infiltrations from Sisaket and Surin as Singapore and Cambodia stir regional shifts.
The piece weighs the effects of sudden lottery wealth on character and life. It argues winning is not inherently immoral if the lottery is honest, but questions whether large, rapid gains strain self control and long term growth. It contrasts come easy riches with potential harms and ponders gambling versus wholesome risk.
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