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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1970

Page

4

Needed: New Riot Tools and Economic Stakes in 1970

Editorial urges non lethal riot control devices from the Defense Department as police and National Guard seek safer crowd suppression. It notes the GM UAW strike harms the economy with GM’s $24 billion sales, $13 billion purchases, 342,000 employees, 39,000 suppliers, and over $2 billion in taxes.

National Guard National Guard Association Defense Department

Butlers on the Wane in England’s Service

England’s traditional butlers face decline with fewer than 600 remaining, concentrating in embassies and official residences. The aging workforce risks a near end to the era as younger entrants are scarce and supply dwindles. The role demands long hours and meticulous service.

England

Readers’ letters critique school timing and facilities in Winchester

Margaret Hutchinson urges earlier start adjustments citing heat and crowded schools. She questions John Kerr and Handley conditions, praises Daily Meditation by Earl L. Douglas, and thanks The Winchester Evening Star staff while praising local values and faith in public life. Lewis Underwood signs a second letter praising religious meditation and communal virtue.

Earl L. Douglas Winchester Evening Star Christ Mr. Douglas

Maniacs Push Nation Toward Chaos in Bombing Wave

Washington columnist argues there is no central conspiracy yet violence from bombings and threats spans the country. He cites 16 months of attacks, 4 330 bombings and 35 000 threats, linking Klan and Black Panthers violence to a broader national crisis. He urges tougher laws, active law enforcement cooperation, and public accountability.

Washington John N. Mitchell Mitchell South Don Whitehead FBI Mississippi Funk & Wagnalls New York Mie North

President Extends 60 Day Cooling Off for Rail Dispute

The President used the Railway Labor Act to delay a rail strike by 60 days to avert a national service disruption. The move eases pressure on management and unions while a solution is sought, but it does not guarantee the public will avoid losses.

Winchester Lions Club Orders 305 Dozen Brooms for Local Sales

Bernard Groves Jr. announces a total of 305 dozen brooms ordered by the Winchester Lions Club for sale locally and in Frederick County. Marvin Milam, Winchester Building Inspector, elected second vice president of the State Building Plumbing and Electrical Officials Conference. Kenneth Eyre, Shenandoah College registrar, reports 324 students enrolled in the new college. County Superintendent Leslie D. Kline notes a 10 percent rise in Frederick County school enrollment this year. The apple harvest peak in Frederick County runs through next week. About 2,000 new hunting and fishing licenses issued since July 1945.

Winchester Lions Club Frederick County Bernard Groves Winchester Marvin B. Milam Kenneth Eyre Shenandoah College and Conservatory

Face the Issues Confrontation and Justice talk

Daily Meditation urges confronting disputes in a sincere spirit of justice to settle differences. The piece notes injustice in the world and cautions about Communist influence in Russia, urging readers to meet it with resolve, with more to come tomorrow.

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Breast Examination Emphasized for Women Over 35

Article stresses routine physician breast exams for all women over 35, recommends twice yearly checkups and Mammography. Includes Q A on diabetes hypoglycemia normal glucose ranges and treatment, plus drug dosing for Atromid S and memory quiz scoring notes.

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