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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1977
Page
4
The article traces Winchester Virginia real estate tax history from 1973 through 1977. It notes shifts from 50 percent to 100 percent assessment and the resulting rate changes from 2.70 to 3.00 to 1.15 and finally to 1.30 per 100 of assessed value. The upward trend mirrors broader municipal patterns.
A Justice Department memo warns that same day registration has tremendous potential for fraud and would erode safeguards and voter confidence. It also flags similar risks to post card registration backed by Governor Howell. The memo calls for withdrawal or defeat of the registration bill in Congress.
Walter Mondale voices concern that a push for a balanced budget is steering fiscal policy toward conservatism. He clashes with Carter advisers led by Bert Lance, while Congress, White House staff, and Treasury officials weigh in on the budget battle and potential reelect issues.
An editorial argues Califano's Rehabilitation Act rules threaten vast costs and sweeping changes for schools and institutions receiving federal funds. It highlights billions in compliance costs, need for interpreters, and widespread alterations to building accessibility and programs, urging reconsideration of Section 504's scope.
Congressman Larry McDonald leads a bid to restore the HISC with subpoena power to combat urban terrorism. He has persuaded over 100 House members to co sponsor and aims for about 150, citing Hanafi sect attacks and a bomb on a jet tied to a utility company.
Washington observes Fritz Mondale enjoying rare influence as vice president, overseeing diverse issues from welfare to intelligence oversight. Carter relies on Mondale while facing Capitol Hill fault lines, inflation, and policy deadlines, as Mondale bridges personal roots with national responsibilities.
Readers express opposition to a proposed minimum housing code for Winchester. Dorothy and Ellsworth Barrett argue such rules infringe on privacy, raise costs, and threaten homes many are content with, urging respect for private property and poverty-level housing.
Rates listed for a local carrier and mail service on established routes. Local carrier charges 22.50 yearly 12.00 semiannual 6.50 quarterly. Mail service costs 20.00 yearly 11.00 semiannual 6.00 quarterly.
Last day to register is May 14 for the June 14 primary for governor lieutenant governor and attorney general. The Star lists area registrars with office locations hours and phone numbers. Winchester Martha Grim Rouss City Hall Cameron St 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 667-3347 Frederick County Mary Gay Conner 19 Court Square Winchester 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 662-8723 Clarke County Barbara Jones County Office Building 100 N Church St Berryville 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 955-3710 Warren County Nina Rettlinger Warren County Courthouse Main St Front Royal 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 635-4327
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