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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1979
Page
10
Tax bracket creep traps workers as inflation raises push incomes into higher tax brackets. Senator Bob Dole cites 1980 estimates that 77 percent of taxpayers face higher taxes with an average extra $189 per return. Willis Gradison introduces tied to CPI, but no action yet.
A discussion on indexation in taxation notes Canada began indexation in 1974 and shows brackets and exemptions rising to match inflation. Albert B. Ellentuck argues the U.S. already uses indexing in Social Security and federal expenditures, while opponents warn against reliance on indexing for year to year tax changes. He says recent tax reductions favored extremes, not the middle class.
The beverage industry backs a Senate bill requiring warning labels on all hard liquor bottles about birth defects and risks to newborns. Deluca notes similar labels should appear on wine and beer containers, with clear, legible text.
The Arizona stretch of Interstate 19 near Nogales is the nation’s longest metric marked road. Distances shown only in kilometers with no mile equivalents and speed limits in miles per hour. The program costs $628000 and aims to gauge public reaction amid legal and factual hurdles.
Lord Fairfax College expands off campus to Aylor Junior High in Stephens City with fall quarter classes starting September 20 and running to December 7. Four courses run Thursday evenings including Interior Decorating II Antiques Workshop I and Parapsychology survey. Additional courses on Monday Tuesday and Wednesday evenings cover Interior Decorating I Philosophy Stress Management Marriage and Family Parent-Child Interaction and more. Each 3 credit course costs 25.50 for in state residents plus a 5 application fee for new students. Registration ends September 18 with admissions available 10 am to 3 pm.
The article notes a surge in roller skating injuries as the sport grows beyond youth. Dr. Andrew Patterson cites high, low friction skates and inexperience as key risk factors. Young skaters face fewer injuries, but heavier, taller, and older riders suffer more serious fractures requiring medical care.
In a 1979 St. Petersburg Times commercial James Whitmore poses in a barn with Inn dog Max. He promotes Ken-L Ration Tender dog food and questions how it compares to ordinary brands.
A television demo prompts a panel to compare Ken L Ration Tender Chunks with Purina Dog Chow and other soft dry dog foods. They cut chunks to test texture, noting Tender Chunks are softer while Purina Moist and Chunky are plumper and moister. prices at the store are listed for five brands.
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