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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1970
Page
4
Agriculture data as of September 1 show 197 corn harvest could be the third highest in history at 4.4 billion bushels despite an August 6 percent drop blamed largely on blight and drought. Officials aim to curb recurrence with blight resistant seed for 1971 while monitoring this year’s harvest closely.
The preliminary 1970 census shows population moving west to Florida and from cities to suburbs. Northeast states like Delaware and New Hampshire show notable growth. About 10 to 15 House seats may switch states, mostly westward, with many internal state shifts as suburbs gain seats and cities lose them.
President Nixon seeks to rebrand the Republican Party as a national force for reform amid an election climate. Gerald Ford and Spiro Agnew touting reforms, while Democrats face pressure over a welfare proposal, law and order, environment, and education funding.
An editorial condemns Rev. Carl McIntire for inviting South Vietnam Vice-President Nguyen Cao Ky to a October victory rally in the United States. It argues the plan is improper, meddling in elections, and out of line with responsible hawk advocacy, urging Ky to decline the trip and McIntire to stay in the pulpit.
William Hollis of Farmers and Merchants Bank is among ten Virginia bankers to finish the Virginia Bankers Association trust school at the University of Virginia. H Clayton Adams leads the information section for the October Community Chest drive. Mrs. Claude Grim became president of the Conrad Hoover Unit of the American Legion Auxiliary. Admiral Byrd was aboard the Missouri in Tokyo Bay for the surrender signing. Town Meetings start October 5 for the 1945 46 series. Tourist homes in Winchester reopen but remain well below prewar numbers.
Daily meditation reflects on Jesus as a force for good and wisdom while warning that humanity risks self destruction through selfishness and reckless scientific progress. The message urges humility, responsible conduct, and careful behavior amid rapid modern advances.
A humorous AP column notes middle age alters perception and behavior with blurring vision when bending over, social fatigue, thrift, nostalgia, reduced gaming, fewer arguments, and awareness that years show on a man. It contrasts disdain for pro sports pay with softened ego and respect for his wife.
Leeds University researcher Tony Ullsworth explains that knuckle cracking results from carbon dioxide gas escaping from the fluid around finger joints and popping under strain. The finding reframes the crack as a small explosion rather than a pleasant sound.
Dr Brandstadt notes coronary heart disease targets ages 5 to 17, with risk factors including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and overweight. Reversing trend hinges on lowering dietary fat and increasing daily exercise for children.
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