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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1971
Page
4
The piece recalls Jefferson's view that a free press is essential for an informed public and good government. It outlines duties to present fair news, provide complete reflection, comment on events, oppose wrong, defend right, and vigilantly oversee public servants and tax funds. It notes the press should expose rascality and seek virtue, often receiving little thanks.
Two bicyclists slated to speak at a San Francisco Bicycle Day Festival collided while en route to the event. One rider was sent to a hospital for treatment as cycling gains popularity and traffic grows. The piece notes cycling is not a spectator sport and urges skill polishing over festival speeches.
The surgeon general urged ending routine smallpox shots for children entering school as no U S cases have occurred in 22 years. Western Hemisphere reports 19 cases in six months, 7 380 in 1969, global total about 30 000. ACIP recommends shots only for hospital staff and travelers to high risk countries. This signals progress toward eradication.
James J. Kilpatrick argues before Senator Ervin’s subcommittee that freedom of the press has flourished since early days, aided by new technology like satellites and high speed telex. He notes need to balance television licensing with free speech, regrets some industry woes, and urges looking to blessings as well as troubles.
Washington columnist David Lawrence examines the difficulty of implementing wage and price controls to curb inflation and stabilize the economy. He notes the need for labor and business cooperation, the role of a cost of living council, and the potential for a long term bureaucratic system post freeze as inflation pressures persist.
Washington report analyzes Hanoi's potential first dry season move in Military Region 2 South Vietnam. Analysts note Region 2's light defenses and Viet Cong network, and warn a successful strike could threaten Saigon while being a costly televised setback for U S and Saigon forces.
Washington reports say Agnew's six day Greece trip will undercut U S efforts to press for parliamentary government. The visit strengthens Papadopoulos anti democratic forces while Tasca pursues talks with exiled predecessors. State Department feared but could not stop the junket.
A religious meditation reflects on fear as a natural defense and warns against morbid fear. It urges surrender of life issues to God, positive righteous living, and zeal in doing one's part while expelling anxious thoughts. The piece emphasizes God's eagerness to give the kingdom.
A collection of religious and literary excerpts includes Zechariah on peace and abundance, Calvin Coolidge on prosperity, Romans on eternal life, and Rudyard Kipling on sin. The items juxtapose biblical verses with classical quotes from historical figures.
Chief Musama in Rhodesia enforces a ban on miniskirts with fines for violations. First offense costs a hen, second offense a goat. Rumors of hot pants spark fears of a barnyard raid.
Based on 100 questions over 10 days this guide rates performance daily as Memory Genius for 9–10 correct, Very Superior for 7–8, Excellent for 5–6, Good for 4. Turn to page 2 for correct answers. Then provides ten sample questions with varied topics.
The 1961 report notes Foreign Minister Andre Gromyko calling Berlin discussions with Kennedy Macmillan and Western leaders useful while not elaborating on specifics. Winchester to survey fallout shelter availability by two city committees after a City Council meeting. Bernard F. Groves Jr. appointed Winchester Fire City Council successor to Taylor Barr whose resignation takes effect November 14. The White House says Truman continues meat shortage investigations with daily reports. Winchester Common Council approves bonds up to 650000 to expand sewage and water systems. Judge Burr P. Harrison named to lead annual Winchester-Frederick County Community Chest drive.
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