Sound Advice on Public Vehicles in Winchester Area
The Star begins a two part series on public use vehicles in Winchester Frederick Clarke area with 246 vehicles and annual cost just over 1 million dollars. Frederick County Supervisor Thomas Rosenberger urges tighter control and suggests fringe benefits and take home cars be limited or ended. He advocates paying fair salaries and reviewing the vehicle program to prevent waste and appeasement.
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Reader Viewpoint Opposes Winchester Housing Code
Two residents express opposition to a proposed Winchester housing code. Judy Ponn argues against a $1000 per offense fine and entry rights, fearing higher rents and jail risk. Stella Baylis questions added inspectors and city expenses, calling for cost cuts and fewer strangers in homes.
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Young battles for influence in South Africa policy
Washington reports show Ambassador Andrew Young gaining White House support in shaping U.S. policy toward South Africa. Pretoria worries over his trip but avoids jeopardizing Geneva talks with Mondale and Vorster. The administration frames diplomacy as protecting black majority rights while keeping relations with Pretoria civil. The piece also notes new congressional powers and a looming anti-treaty push on the Panama Canal.
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Hatch Act reform push alarms government watchdogs
The piece traces 1930s misuse of WPA funds in Kentucky leading to the Hatch Act to curb political activity by federal workers. It notes unions push to weaken the act, Common Cause opposition, and polls showing broad support to keep restrictions intact. It cites Ford veto, a House committee, and public service findings.
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The Bums Rush Bill and Electoral Reform Debate
The piece criticizes Mr. Carter's H R 5400 calling it a political power play promoting fraud and false democracy. It cites DOJ warnings and Wisconsin's limited day registration as poor justification for instant registration. It argues turnout issues stem from apathy, not registration and urges junking the bill.
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Letters to the Star Editor Compassion Needed
Clarke County High School journalism students criticize The Star for printing Bill Armstrong’s Clarke County ouster article. They urge restraint until official decisions and defend Coach Ross against slander, urging compassion in reporting. Harris K. Swann also weighs in on Nixon and Frost Show ratings.
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