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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1977
Page
1
Pupils in the Winchester Frederick Clarke Warren area face a long weekend as all area schools shut down. Snow plan A remains in effect in Winchester with snow tires or chains advised and property owners to clear sidewalks. City engineer L L Branner reports streets slushy but passable at 9 AM.
Virginia's 86,000 state employees express discontent over wages and benefits citing inflation eroding raises. They challenge statements by State Personnel Director Garber and urge higher increases beyond the 4.8 percent steps. Roads are rough after snowfall with I-81 clearing and a cold weekend forecast.
Three events cancelled due to morning snowfall. Handley versus George Mason and James Wood versus Stonewall wrestling matches postponed while James Wood basketball against Stafford was postponed. James Wood wrestling now set for Wednesday January 26. Colonels to wrestle at Blue Ridge tomorrow at 1 p.m. weather permitting.
G W Motors hosts an open house at The Pines with Sunday hours 2 to 5. Pappagalio Shoes advertises prices. Worths appears as a mentioned brand.
President-elect Carter meets with thirteen Democratic leaders including Speaker O Neill to consider a one time tax rebate and a permanent tax cut as part of a broader tax reform. He notes a jobs program remains the top priority while seeking input to align with his economic team.
A federal lab reported blood tests from three victims of last summer’s Philadelphia American Legion convention show signs of recent chlamydia infection. Dr. Leslie Page of the National Animal Disease Center cautioned that multiple chlamydia agents can infect humans.
Washington officials plan a novel solar heating system for the reviewing stand at the Carter inauguration. Georgia Tech engineer James Craig notes three days of sun are needed to power four hours of warmth. The event favors a minimal cost, people centered celebration with limited access and many VIP envelopes.
President Ford prepares a final energy message to Congress detailing energy goals including removal of remaining fuel price controls and expanded conservation. He intends an updates-only review as Carter prepares to assume office with a different energy focus, while Congress may block any action.
Winchester City School System teacher Jim Blankenship signs a contract to join the Detroit Tigers. Details and photos appear in today's sports section. Sarah Zane controversy to peak Monday night with background information provided in the feature.
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