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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1978
Page
6
A skywriter over Chester sparked calls to the Daily Times amid a youth letter decrying city politics. The note urges investment in Chester, while Community Youth Associates members were seen cleaning streets with city workers.
A 70 year old beard worn by a Media courthouse staffer fell away revealing a clean face after seven decades. The veteran, who served in the Civil War with the 124th Pennsylvania Volunteers, explained he shaved due to daily tobacco chewing and comfort, while recalling wartime service and local ties.
A Times letter calls on President Carter to grants clemency and release Patricia Hearst arguing she acted under duress during SLA captivity. The writer says the Supreme Court erred in ordering her back to prison and urges feminists and supporters to join the plea for immediate pardon.
A Times piece urges voters to elect congressman Bob Edgar, arguing a single vote can influence government quality. It praises his sincerity, honesty, and willingness to engage on issues like Affirmative Action ERA Redlining refugee education costs and college funding. It cites his questions and factual explanations and his belief that diverse backgrounds can yield common solutions.
A reader letter argues for the ERA and equal rights while critiquing biblical quotes used in opposition. It notes timed ratification extensions, condemns dressing judgments, and praises Jennifer and the ERA's promise of equal status before law and God.
Belmont editorial argues for abolition of federal agencies including OSHA EPA FTC FDA and more. It condemns executive orders as lawmaking and warns of bureaucratic overreach costing billions, stifling business and jobs while urging Congress to end administrative rulemaking. The piece contrasts past limits with modern expansion and quotes Spinoza about virtue and peace.
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