13 May 1967
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1967
Page
1
The Greek military dictatorship asserts tight control over almost all public life in Greece. King Constantine remains a passive figure as decrees sweep through youth behavior, church leadership, civil service, labor, and commerce, with bans on miniskirts and long hair, wage protections, and price controls.
Saigon AP reports the U.S. Command says 1 035 American planes and helicopters lost in combat across North and South Vietnam. In the north 539 fixed wings and five helicopters fell to gunners and MIGs. in the south 177 fixed wings and 314 helicopters were lost to small arms and machine guns. Noncombat losses totaled 522 fixed wings and helicopters.
Many American servicemen in South Vietnam viewed a picture of Miss Virginia Guest, the Apple Blossom Queen crowned May 4, as the Radio Picture of Canada’s ambassador placing the crown appeared in Stars and Stripes. Jack Owens, assistant director of the Firemen’s parade, received the clipping yesterday from David apes of Winchester, now serving in Vietnam.
A panel of 25 economic consultants predicts a $5 billion rise in Vietnam spending for fiscal 1968, lifting the federal deficit to about $18 billion. The forecast, based on government sourcing, suggests delaying Johnsons 6 percent income tax surcharge until Oct 1 to curb the deficit.
MARTINSBURG WEST VIRGINIA Shenandoah Area Council hosts Scouting in Action the largest joint effort with 2500 scouts Cub Scouts and Explorers showcasing projects booths and demonstrations at the West Virginia Air National Guard Hangar. Open 2 to 9 p m the two day event features life saving swimming demonstrations and 100 booths drawing a large crowd.
AP Analysis notes two sea incidents highlight Kremlin caution and focus on Soviet national interests. Brezhnev’s Sofia speech hints at peace through ending bombings, while Moscow pressures West Germany and seeks stable Europe for trade, signaling a restrained but watchful stance amid Cold War tensions.
Dr. Fred Welman of the Virginia Community College Board told regional educators and officials that a area community college should emerge from local and state collaboration to serve Frederick Warren Rappahannock Clarke Shenandoah Fauquier Page Counties and Winchester. Proposals place the site near the I 81 66 interchange south of Middletown with options in Frederick Shenandoah or Warren Counties. Colleges run on a year round quarter system from 8 am to 11 pm with tuition 45 per quarter and 15 per month. Mayor Archie Manuel welcomed attendees and Dr. Melton Wright presided.
Echo Village Restaurant offers a special steak dinner at 99 cents. The venue, four miles south on Route 11, markets the meal as a limited time deal at the Winchester steak house.
Smalts Garden Center invites customers to visit from 1 to 5 PM on May 14 to view and purchase container grown roses from Jackson and Perkins. The event features a selection of hardy, fragrance rich varieties suitable for local gardens.
Saigon AP reports U S warplanes claimed seven Communist MIG17 fighters shot down during strikes in the Hanoi area. Two more MIGs were listed as reliably destroyed with no American losses reported. All American fighters reportedly flew from bases in Thailand.
U.S. airmen faced heavy fire near Hanoi with three aircraft shot down. Military says most strikes were intercepted by Communist MIGs. Five airmen listed missing in action. Totals show 539 U.S. planes lost in North Vietnam. MiGs claim 16 U.S. planes downed while losing 49. Ground fighting intensifies along the 17th parallel.
April to May brought fresh troops to Vietnam's northern T Corps as forces on both sides push into rugged mountains near Route 1. About 35,000 enemy troops remain around the DMZ, while U S Marine and Army units in Quang Tin Quang Ngai and adjacent areas increase patrols and operations including Khe Sanh area actions and two in-depth campaigns.
In Washington, Massachusetts Senator Edward Brooke and Michigan Governor George Romney forge a growing, informal alliance as Romney seeks the Republican nomination. Brooke keeps options open while signaling possible support, with past joint campaigning and frequent talks on foreign affairs fueling speculation of a Romney running mate link.
NYC fire captain Ray Gimmler led the "Support Our Boys in Vietnam" parade set for Fifth Avenue from 95th Street at noon with delegations from veterans labor civic and fraternal groups. Endorsements came from Eisenhower Nixon and Westmoreland. Forecast: cloudy with possible showers. parade to be aired by Armed Forces Radio in Vietnam.
The Star prints a hand printed poem from D.H. Route 4 to his mother and all mothers. It speaks of a mother’s loving touch near in childhood, meals, illness, and guidance. The piece honors a mother who always wanted to be near.
Moscow reports its version of the two scrapes between Soviet and American destroyers in the Sea of Japan. U S Ambassador Llewellyn Thompson was called in by Deputy Foreign Minister Vladimir Semenov to convey concern. The note, which the United States had protested over, is being forwarded to Washington for review.
A stationary front south of Virginia will cause cloudy skies and rain across much of the state today, with periods of light to steady rainfall likely. The system could affect travel as showers move through overnight into the evening.
Geraniums priced 25 cents and 89 cents at Smalls Garden Center. Rummage sale for Women of the Moose item pickup Sunday afternoon. call 66262841 by 3 30 Sunday.
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