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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1977
Page
4
The piece discusses a measles resurgence in the United States including Virginia, caused by waning vaccination. It notes why immunity faded, the 15 month recommended vaccination age, and the Carter Administration's goal of 90 percent vaccination by autumn 1979. It urges parental checkups with physicians to prevent childhood diseases.
A Nation column discusses S.1566 to allow foreign intelligence wiretaps without criminal probable cause. It contrasts 1968 law requiring probable cause with a non-criminal standard and notes opposition by ACLU and Sen Kennedy.
Mass transit backers warn that President Carter has shifted away from campaign support for transit after omitting it from his energy message. They seek a strong federal commitment before 1980 while awaiting a detailed funding plan due late 1977 or early 1978.
A July 16 1977 letter criticizes a Winchester tourism claim while highlighting area attractions and long service promoting them. Other readers seek genealogical help on the Mytinger family and discuss gay rights, noting editor guidelines that require signed letters with contact details and 350 word limit.
The piece argues President Carter framed unfairness of capitalism as justification for limiting universal perks like abortion and Medicare for the poor. It links the 1977 New York blackout to looting, criticizing both political rhetoric and policy as failing the disadvantaged while the wealthy enjoy privileges. The author condemns the looters yet notes systemic unfairness across Nixon Ford era policies and urban neglect. The tone remains harsh toward politicians while acknowledging the harsh realities of inequality.
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