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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1967
Page
2
Washington reports the federal debt subject to the ceiling climbed to 340.3 billion dollars last week, the first time above 340 billion. Treasury officials estimate about 17 billion more in new cash is needed by year end to cover government bills due to stalled tax measures.
The Pentagon issued a December draft quota of 18 200 to fill Army needs. This marks a drop of about 4 000 from November and a slight rise from October 17 000. Inductions are planned in the first half of December to avoid holiday congestion.
Campbell reports district plans for the Rapahannock Convention on November 18 at Newcomb Hall, UVA Charlottesville. Ed Lord cites lagging ad sales with a deadline of October 17. Mr Barley notes Zone 1 membership rise from 302 to 321 Ruritans as 37 zone officials attend along with Zone 2 Governor Bolling Roberts.
Balmorhea Texas AP report states Jack R. Skiles superintendent of schools admitted he hired one teacher for the 1967 68 school year solely because of her letter of application. He cited her qualifications and references before quoting her request about consideration for the position.
Walter P. Reuther returned to Ford headquarters amid reports a major breakthrough in the 36 day old strike could be near. He met with the union bargaining team after secret talks reportedly centered on a new sweetened company offer.
About 140 people attended the Winchester-Frederick County Red Cross Chapter dinner at the George Washington Hotel marking the charter anniversary. Winchester Mayor William M. Battaile welcomed guests as State Senator J Kenneth Robinson served as master of ceremonies during ribbon presentations.
A stolen car hit Andrew Leo Lewis on Stewart Street as he turned left onto Handley Boulevard at 8:30 this morning. Police say a westbound car ran a red light, causing $1200 total damage to the two vehicles, plus $10 to a damaged speed limit sign. The stolen car belonged to Robert Wells Jr. of Charlottesville. his car sustained about $400 in damage while the other car incurred $800.
The Everglades National Park spans 1.4 million acres at Florida's southern tip and remains the nation's only tropical subtropical park, ranking as the third largest behind Yellowstone and McKinley.
Weather today fair and cold with frost likely tonight low 35 to 40. Friday and Saturday expect sunny and warmer. Winds northeast around 10 mph. Sunset 6 39 p m sunrise 7 19 a m moonset 2 27 a m full moon Oct 1. Rainfall yesterday none. October rainfall to date 29.79 inches. Monthly averages and five year rainfall data shown.
A Soviet marshal denounces United States rulers for military buildup and provocations aimed at changing global power balance. He claims U S imperialists seek war against socialism and outline defense against potential Western rockets.
The New York stock market slipped modestly in active early trading with losses outnumbering gains, the Dow Jones average around 920, and major steel, auto, and electronics shares showing mixed moves. Banks and financials observed Columbus Day closures while retail sales remained strong and economist forecasts suggested continued economic growth.
PAY would raise postal rates by 890 million dollars annually but Senate delay may reduce the fiscal 1968 benefit. If the bill reaches the President by December 1 and is signed, first class and air mail, third class, and early second class increases would take effect in January. Stamps rise to six cents for first class, five cents for postcards. air mail letters ten cents, postcards eight cents. Second class up 21 percent over three years. An amendment adds a surcharge to about 45 publications. Third class jumps from 2.875 cents to 3.8 cents.
The 1617 salary of England's first poet laureate Ben Johnson included a quantity of wine as part of the payment.
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