Fragmented Letter Excerpt on Crime, War, and Holiday Behavior
A reader vents about Chester drug use and fears of societal collapse from drugs and war. The piece muses on weapons of peace versus nuclear arms, criticizes Star Wars, and remarks on holiday scenes with alcohol. A senior citizen rejects pity from columnist Mike Royko while asserting self-reliance.
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Message for the President and public grievances letters
Readers vent about the State Department hostage negotiations and demand accountability. A senior citizen warns a thief on Ambler Road in Aston to expect divine punishment. An irate taxpayer blasts IRS delays and penalties after filing confusion. A Yeadon resident cites school tax priorities for William Penn School District.
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Trapper Warns Rabid-spotting Field Is Prison Property
A Pennsylvania licensed trapper warns residents that the field in Concord Township where a dog was caught lies on prison property. He says the traps target rabid foxes and raccoons and asks residents to curb pets through January end.
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Taxpayers group backs fight against hotel tax
The Non-Resident Taxpayers Association NRTA joins a court challenge to Philadelphia's 5 percent hotel tax alleging it violates the interstate commerce clause. Lead plaintiff Linda Paustian notes commuters could face higher wages taxes despite a current cap, with potential state legislative changes.
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