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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1972
Page
3
The piece urges motorists to avoid interstates and explore back roads for a richer travel experience. It highlights scenic small towns, local meals, lower rates, friendlier people, and the chance for a leisurely, memorable trip rather than speed and distance.
Fundraising for health and welfare charities has grown into a multi millionaire national activity with uneven regulation. The public demands minimum standards including audited books and disclosure. Some urge federal involvement to ensure donations are used as stated and not diverted to individuals or elusive endowments.
An Air Force sergeant recovered after a last resort total blood replacement procedure at Wilford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio. He endured 10 minutes with no blood as his circulatory system was washed out to treat a hepatitis induced coma. The team earned praise for saving his life and offering a potential lifeline for others with blood-related illnesses.
GOP governors and analysts in white sulfur springs welcome Nixon reelection prospects despite wartime uncertainty. They see Democratic infighting and weak issuances as damaging, noting Muskie’s sidelining and preference for a less formidable rival.
The article argues the FBI is a large, self sustaining organization with 8600 agents and 500 sub offices under 59 field divisions. It notes multi office case work, frequent inspections, and support from records and laboratories, stressing that the bureau operates under strong supervision and would continue functioning under capable officials below the director.
The article reports Howard Metzenbaum shifting from neutrality to endorsing George McGovern at a Cleveland rally, angering Hubert Humphrey and AFL CIO leader Frank King as McGovern gains appeal among Ohio workers. It notes McGovern leads in Lorain and Akron areas, while Humphrey misses campaigns there. It also covers FBI matters and a shift in FBI leadership with L. Patrick Gray II.
The City Council opts for a 60 day option on a Maple Street tract for a proposed Winchester Public Health Center. Downtown parking meters in Loudoun and part of Piccadilly streets will charge five cents for 30 minutes and ten cents for an hour. A sub freezing spell lasting over four hours is blamed for damage to apples. Rev William E Eisenberg elected president of the Winchester Ministerial Association succeeding Dr T J Hawkins.
A writer argues teenage violence stems from lack of home discipline not from psychiatric factors. He says disciplined upbringing gives inner security and knowledge that life rests on stable moral and spiritual principles. Without this, individuals may go berserk.
An Associated Press study finds Chicago drivers sit in traffic longer than in any other city. The piece details quirks like crawling cops, accidental fender benders, and toll booth chaos that delay motorists late at night.
In Oklahoma City a circus couple married 40 feet above the floor on trapezes. The bride tossed a red rose bouquet that was caught by a clown, a moment that drew attention to their dramatic ceremony.
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