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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1971
Page
4
The French government bans bargaining by requiring clear price labeling, arguing it protects buyers from inflated costs. Merchants decry the move as harmful to trade, fearing it will deter shopping and reduce sales, while supporters see fairness in standard prices. The debate centers on whether fixed prices help or hurt the economy and consumer choice.
Swiss historians question the apple shot tale and its Austrian tyrant setting. Some propose the William Tell episode evolved from a Nordic story told by a Danish storyteller. The debate centers on whether the legendary event occurred as told or is a literary adaptation.
The article portrays Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield as Nixon’s most bothersome foe on Vietnam and other issues, yet shielded from attacks. It notes Mansfield’s push for troop withdrawals, efforts to set a six month end date, and his calm, principled leadership easing White House relations.
Washington dispatch notes a high turnout in South Vietnam's presidential vote with about 6.3 million ballots cast, 87.7 percent of registered voters. President Thieu pledged to resign if under 50 percent but secured near 95 percent amid calls the election could be rigged in tight races.
A humorous Long Island column imagines a better world with two paydays a week and fewer Mondays. It envisions changes from Santa Claus restrictions to government tax on air and notes on politics marriage and television while offering a light satire on modern life.
Washington columnist William S. White notes John Connally's rising influence in Nixon's circle as handling of tariff and dollar policy strengthens his position. The piece weighs Connally against Spiro Agnew, and considers Wallace's potential third party impact, with odds fluctuating on a Connally nomination.
Secretary John Chafee argues retirement orders feel stilted and could include lines that express appreciation and gratitude for service. He asks senior commanders if a less Pentagonese tone could be added to acknowledge their careers.
The piece defines Christian life by three marks: righteous living, and faith hope and love, and thinking of others over self. It argues Christianity is more than church membership and dues and emphasizes living by the Golden Rule with action and character.
The United States debates deploying troops to assist South Viet Nam against Communist forces as the rainy season ends. Also noted are local events including Joe Jolliffee becoming president of the Stonewall District Ruritan Club and cattle sale results with higher prices despite fewer calves sold.
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