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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1968
Page
4
A newspaper page listing telephone numbers for advertising and news desks and detailing subscription rates. It includes staff roles such as General Manager Editor and News Editor, plus a table of monthly and six month pricing for city carrier and mail subscriptions for Virginia and West Virginia readers.
The piece argues Americans should explore the United States to discover its diverse landscapes and cultural attractions. It highlights regions from the Teton mountains and Adirondacks to the southwest deserts and Glacier National Park, urging readers to explore beyond familiar urban spots and shared overseas itineraries.
The article examines the leap year custom of women proposing marriage every four years. It questions if the practice truly empowers women or acts as a social ploy. It notes public jests and doubts about whether women keep rules in off years, and suggests men might hide true opinions at home.
The article reviews Thomas Malthus on population versus subsistence and notes world food production has kept pace with population growth in recent decades. It cautions that diet quality, nutrition, and future gains depend on technology, conservation, and weather, with undernourishment persisting in many regions.
The City of Winchester reduced its bonded indebtedness by 23000 in the past year. The city debt now stands at 625000. The Clarke County Red Cross drive, chaired by Rev E D Vaughan, seeks donations of 59000 for the pool to meet mounting war costs.
J S Haldeman of Winchester, president of the Virginia State Dairymen's Assn, will open its 11th annual convention here tomorrow. Frank H Jackson, designer and inspector of City Hall, has declared the building safe after years of reported danger and closure calls.
Earl L. Douglas argues wisdom is the right use of information. He contrasts educated misuse with noble use, citing Lincoln and Washington as examples. The piece urges seekers to gain knowledge but apply it for beneficial ends and civic good.
The piece notes 5 099 one room schools in 43 states with over 73 000 pupils and highlights issues like facilities teacher shortages and accreditation. It also covers Florida State University computer taught physics, NEA research on teacher politics, and growth of community colleges including Nevada Elko and Virginia expansion.
HAL BOYLE surveys oddities from a Leap Year shortage of marriageable men to a kissing lane in Oklahoma. He notes a life insurance institute estimate of 91 men per 100 women, a safety study showing 14 percent of vehicles with defects, diabetes rising with plentiful food, and quirks from mineral water to trading stamps.
A personal letter from Janet Battaile now in The Star describes her nine month study in Nancy France and the warm reception from French people. She counters youth stereotypes, praising democratic ideals in the United States and noting the vitality of American youth despite political tensions.
Wayne Brandstadt MD warns parents to inspect outdoor play equipment for hazards and ensure sturdy construction and smooth edges. He emphasizes weekly checks and adult supervision. The article also answers questions on Periactin and Doxan side effects and cautions against laxative overuse for a child with respiratory allergy.
A quiz guide presents a 10 day IQ test with daily scores. It lists ten sample questions on subjects including the Wagner Act, Cornwallis surrender, Eliza crossing the ice, window parts, Bessemer, grammar, art history, January inaugurations, the Dead Sea, and sentence structure. It notes scoring bands from Memory Expert to Good and directs readers to page two for answers.
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