Pauses and Yo Yo Questions Economic Recovery
A Winchester editorial reviews President Ford's pause in the national recovery and a Virginia view of June gains followed by July slowdown. Alan Greenspan says the underlying recovery remains solid, while Virginia analyst Leland Traywick predicts year end improvement with stronger sales and tourism. The piece reasons that public mood and effort will shape recovery through election season.
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Virginia Ballot Questions Add Six Constitutional Amendments
The November ballot includes six proposed Virginia constitutional amendments. The League of Women Voters outlines each amendment's aims from voting residence changes to absentee registration, residency period for office seekers, registrar staffing, judicial appointment rules, and expanding tax exemptions. Citizens are urged to read at polling places and consider the implications.
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Carter's Abortion Dilemma Deepens Carter Campaign Strain
The Carter White House faces intensified Democratic unease after a Vatican bishops meeting. Carter failed to shift focus from abortion to welfare, and his stance on an anti abortion amendment drew fire from pro life and feminist factions.
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Handley Library construction linked to Cumberland Valley RR materials
A historic note recalls sand and other building materials supplied by the Cumberland Valley Railroad for the Handley Library project. It mentions post office work pay of four dollars per day for the mule, car, and tools used by Jack Johnson who drove the mule.
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Where to Register for the Upcoming Election
The Star lists area voter registrars with offices hours and contact numbers. In Winchester Martha Grim at Rouss City Hall office hours Tuesday to Thursday 9 am to 5 pm. Mary Gay Conner at 9 Court Square, weekdays 9 am to 5 pm. Barbara Jones Berryville Clarke County Office Building 9 am to 5 pm on Monday and Tuesday. Nina Rettlinger Warren County Courthouse Front Royal 9 am to 5 pm on Monday Wednesday and Friday.
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Carter and Meany Unite Behind Carter in 1976 Strategy
James Reston notes a step in the 1976 race as Carter wins the backing of AFL-CIO leader George Meany. Meany's illness frames a major labor push to deliver votes in key industrial states while Carter threads personal appeal with hard political themes. The duo criticizes Ford and Nixon era policies, urging unity and greater voter registration.
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