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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1973
Page
3
The piece notes fallout from nuclear tests continues to affect health and environment, with over 200 isotopes produced but most decaying quickly. It cites Bracewell of Stanford on signals from space possibly from a distant satellite, suggesting ongoing questions about extraterrestrial contact.
Caltech scientists warn Saturn’s rings could be deadly to spaceships, formed of large rocks rather than dust. Meanwhile Penn Central faces dissolution if the government cannot offer a workable plan by July 2, with Lehigh Valley seeking to shut down by October 1 unless subsidies appear.
The piece argues that no clear front runner is assured for the 1976 Republican nomination. It recalls earlier 1972 race dynamics with Muskie Humphrey and McGovern, noting that nominating outcomes hinge on unpredictable future conditions and the zeitgeist. It mentions Connally, Agnew, and moderate conservative options as possible leaders depending on future events.
A reader questions county water and sewer policy, citing Garber Shopping Center annexation risk and GE service. He urges Ge et al to receive Winchester services and warns of tax base losses. Another letter applauds liberal editorials on housing and race, praising Calendar Girl photo and nursing aide article.
A reflective piece recalls everyday joys and milestones from childhood to aging, pairing intimate memories with a civic call to action about Warren County’s landfill plan. The letter urges readers to write officials to locate a government land parcel for a sanitary dump, warning of land value impacts and public health concerns.
After a 12 inch rainfall, area streams filled and the Shenandoah River overflowed into lowlands. The Star notes sunny weather then returned as communities recovered and prepared for upcoming events. Mayor Claude B. Smalts Jr. to cut ribbon at the 1963 Home Show opening in Winchester Armory. Ray Ewing re-elected president of Stephens City Fire Co. Mrs S Fred Stine named Woman of the Week for Winchester Girl Scout Council. The Star also highlights the 20th Academy Awards with Gentleman's Agreement tipped for best picture and Rosalind Russell favored for best actress.
The meditation explains that God answers prayers by yes no or wait. A no may protect us from smaller gifts and yield a larger one. Delayed gifts teach wisdom and guidance and God’s love is the chief factor, not our desires.
The Winchester Evening Star is a long established daily newspaper serving Winchester Virginia with circulation over 60,000. It lists staff including Jack F. Davis as General Manager and Executive Editor Thomas T. Byrd as Business Manager Eugene P. Miller as News Editor and Douglas B. O Connell as Managing Editor. It notes second class postage paid at Winchester Virginia 22601 and subscription rates by carrier 16 dollars per year 8.40 dollars for six months and 1.40 dollars per month.
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