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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1978

Page

2

Farmers Bill Promises Aid to Drought Hit Valley Farmers

The Virginia House prepares an emergency drought relief package offering up to 10 000 per farmer as a stopgap loan, a bulk feed purchase program at cost, and streamlined aid processing. The plan funds come from dealer licenses with a 5 million ceiling, activated only during gubernatorial emergencies.

Star Richmond — Valley Area House of Delegates State Department of Agriculture Agriculture Commissioner House Agriculture Committee Staunton Orange Richmond Quillen Del Don Dunford Tazewell Agriculture Mason Carbaugh Agriculture Department Carbaugh Dunford

Rotary Recruits Wanted for Group Study Exchange

The Winchester Rotary Club seeks five young men ages 25 to 35 for this year’s Rotary International group study exchange. Participants will tour Sweden for six weeks to study industry and lifestyle as local ambassadors. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, residents of Winchester or nearby counties, employed full time at least two years, non Rotarians, and contact George Craig to apply. The committee will meet next week to select two candidates.

Winchester Rotary Club Rotary International Rotary Winchester Tennessee U.S Frederick Clarke Counties George Craig

Front Royal Police Paid During Administrative Leave Policy Change

Town Manager Walter M Duncan announced an amendment to the policy governing administrative leave for police on criminal charges. Officers on leave will be paid until court disposition or 60 days, whichever comes first. The change follows indictments of Rutherford Mason Burke and Fristoe, after prior leave with pay for earlier charged staff. Council held an executive session then debated grievance procedures and revoked raises tied to acting chief Rollason. Police complain they cannot speak openly at meetings.

Star Front Royal Walter M. Duncan Front Royal Police Department Duncan Rutherford, Mason Sgt Donald Burke Department Joan Fristoe Eric Adamson Kermit Nichols Council Police Col R. N. Rollason Adamson

Memphis girl Lisa found with burns seeks family clues

Lisa Relm, 15, turn up in Memphis with scars from cigar and cigarette burns and impaired hearing. Social workers say she will not disclose her origin and fears her mother. caseworker Birge notes trauma and hopes for foster placement after recovery. She spoke little and walked away after a 1.85 meal.

Memphis, Tenn Lisa Relm Lisa Tammie Bailey Jeannie Moore Human Services

Admiral Foresees Women Commanding Navy Ships Within Six Years

Admiral James L. Holloway III told the Navy League that women will skipper Navy ships within six years and be assigned to noncombat vessels as fast as possible. He suggested a possible return to the draft if benefits fall, unless compensation remains competitive to deter conscription.

Norfolk, Va James L. Holloway III Naval Operations Navy League Holloway Navy

Winchester Board Approves Bank Sign and Alterations

The Winchester Board of Architectural Review approved C S Bank plans to erect a projecting sign at 35 E Piccadilly St and F M Bank modifications to 40 and 42 Rouss Ave. F M Bank bought the former lawyers offices to house bank offices.

Winchester Board of Architectural Review C&s Bank E. Piccadilly St F&m Bank Rouss Avenue F&m

Democrats Meet at Frederick County Courthouse

The Frederick County Democratic Committee to hold a public meeting Monday at 7 30 p m in the Frederick County courthouse. Chairman Richard Dick said all interested Democrats in the county are invited to attend. the prior week's session was cancelled due to weather.

Frederick County Democratic Committee Richard Dick

Weather outlook for Northern Valley and Virginia mountains

Very windy with blowing and drifting snow in the Northern Valley. Lows near zero to 10 above tonight. Friday brings wind and snow flurries with highs in the mid 20s to low 30s. Virginia mountains see heavy snow and blowing drift, with colder coastal winds and highs in the teens to low 30s.

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