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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1981
Page
6
Sam Alfonsi reflects on his father's death from tetanus after a fall and delayed care. He urges timely immunization, detailing the terrifying progression from pain and fever to rigid muscles and a risus sardonicus. The piece condemns secrecy around vaccination and calls for public awareness to save lives.
The article portrays Ed Muskie as skeptical of aggressive talks without consequences, contrasting him with Haig. It notes Muskie’s restrained approach to hostage crises and war declarations, praising his measured foreign policy stance during Carter era and his eight months in office. Philip Gegelin writes for Washington Post.
The column contends the Eagles Super Bowl berth brings a surge of local pride amid economic concerns. It cites Dick Vermeil’s simple, teamwork driven formula as a model for community effort, urging a shift from pessimism to constructive action across business, labor, and public life.
Samuel M. John Gott Jr. lived with his parents on Front Street Chester and died in an accident at Roach's Shipyard while working on ship No. 202 as an apprentice ships' carpenter. The column recalls a Delaware County needlework decline and notes longtime officials and local sports milestones alongside previous tributes.
President-elect Reagan pursues a hands on approach to Congress, hosting breakfasts, lunches, receptions, and dinners while building a congressional liaison team led by Max Friedersdorf. He contrasts with Carter in building relations and relies on close adviser Sen. Paul Laxalt for insight and access.
The columnist asserts Islam promotes war and ransom in hostage crises, citing early Islamic history. He accuses Iran's ayatollahs and the late shah of political killings, and argues that misunderstandings stem from studying the religion itself. John Haggai is named as an expert.
United Press International notes today is Tuesday January 13 1981 the 13th day of the year with 352 days to follow. Morning stars Venus Jupiter Saturn and evening stars Mercury Mars. Horatio Alger born January 13 1834. On this date in history an 1864 event is noted.
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