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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1968
Page
4
Local newspaper notices and subscription details appear in the Winchester Evening Star with daily circulation stated at over 55,000. The page lists staff roles including General Manager and Editors and provides subscription rates for in state and out of state readers.
A Senate preparedness subcommittee warns of a dangerous South Korea crisis citing the Pueblo seizure and a thwarted assassination attempt on the Korean president. The piece argues the U.S. cannot desert Seoul, noting South Korea’s strength, fighting role in Vietnam, and the risk of North Korean aggression if American support wanes. It contrasts with Dr. Spock draft case and defends lawful dissent while warning against liberty stretched into license.
The Miss America pageant considers changing Bert Parks from singing There She Is Miss America to a new tune with pageant officials undecided on a title. The column contemplates alternatives including Barnacle Bill the Sailor Steel Guitar Rag and even Tiny Tim’s Tiptoe Through the Tulips as possible replacements.
The Star Files notes rapidly growing Winchester cyclists including W Nelson Page and Carswell Henderson. Officer Purcell Plank rides Greystone Terrace and parks his bike after each beat. A training plane crashed east of Winchester on Route 50. the pilot escaped with minor injuries after landing on Mill Wood Road and clipping telephone wires.
Earl L. Douglas reflects on the long history of war and the prevalence of belligerence. He argues against pacifism while urging practical defense and efforts to seek peace, citing Nehemiah’s example of building with a spear in one hand and a trowel in the other. He concludes by urging readiness and pursuit of peace.
Column questions whether the United States properly funds and watches welfare programs. It argues for a congressional inquiry into hunger, distribution flaws, and possible abuses by those who do not seek work, urging swift action to feed the needy and curb red tape.
Henry J. Taylor argues the Berlin crisis shows Soviet influence behind the scenes, detailing the two Berlin walls, massive troop deployments, and East German forces. He notes the Potsdam accord violations, the National People's Army, and ex Nazi officers in leadership, urging recognition of Soviet backing in Berlin and Vietnam.
Dr Brandstadt explains heredity as a major factor in male baldness and outlines options from wigs to skin grafts. He warns against common causes such as aggressive brushing and chemical exposure, and offers advice on vitamins and gentle hair care for alopecia.
The measure sponsored by Senator Sparkman would let the bank extend up to 500 million in loans guarantees and insurance for exports even when repayment is not reasonably assured. Critics say it risks Treasury losses over 100 million and worsens deficits despite inflation control as a better path to growth.
Manuel G. Sempeles president urges opposition to gun registration and restrictions. He argues criminals ignore laws, calls for less restraint on enforcement and stricter schooling to promote law obedience. He criticizes coddling juvenile offenders and urges more teachable respect for law.
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