U S role in Iran editorial excerpted from Scripps-Howard
The piece presents Michael Metrinko's view from seven years in Iran, defending U S noninvolvement in Savak torture while noting Iran's long tradition of despotism. It argues Americans did not direct or control the abuses, contrasted with Iran's own secret police and historical cruelty. A reader question about accountability is raised.
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Scripps-Howard
U.S
Ore
Michael Metrinko
Iran
Tehran
Scranton
Savak
Inauguration Echoes and Local Chronicle Through Time
A Century back in Chester and surrounding towns marked by public events and notable figures. Rev Noble Frame questioned health tied to surroundings as Garfield’s inauguration saw Eliza Garfield become the first president mother to witness her son sworn in. Orlando Harvey rose as Delaware County Union League president while Roach Shipyard chief engineer James Frazer died in Cuba. Earlier milestones included a 7year-ago trolley line start, a Chester dog sled scene, and local political nominations. The piece also notes 25 and 10 years ago appointments, resignations, and a 1,000th NBA game milestone for Hal Greer, plus veteran decorator Ralph Squibb’s constable role and Medal-rich service of William Costello Jr. in Vietnam. Compiled by Arden C. Skidmore.
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Noble Frame
Chester
James A. Garfield
U. S
Eliza Garfield
Orlando Harvey
Delaware County Union League
James C. Frazer
Roach
Cuba
Peking
Tokyo
Hal Greer
Philadelphia 76Ers
Sixers
Atlanta Hawks
Dolph Schayes
Syracuse
William J. Costello Jr
Glenolden
Delaware County
Air Force
Arden C. Skidmore
Guidelines for Letters to The Daily Times
The paper invites reader letters and explains submission rules including name address and phone, printing only signed letters, one letter per writer per month, verification time of about a week, and a contact number 284 7200 Ext 304 with hours 10 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday.
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The
Daily Times
Slice regulatory knots through new JRP approach
The Christian Science Monitor reports on regulatory bottlenecks hindering energy projects and the Joint Review Process in Colorado. Amax plans a $600 million Mount Emmons molybdenum mine near Crested Butte, aiming for 1987 output, using JRP to coordinate 36 cooperating parties and accelerate decisions. Critics worry about crime taxes and public access, while supporters say early issue identification reduces delays and improves outcomes.
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Jonathan Harsch
Christian Science Monitor
U.S
Standard Oil Company of Ohio
Sohio
F.harlan Flint
Pactex
California
Texas
Congress
Long Beach
Calif
Amax Inc
Natural Resources and Mineral Development Company
Scheane
Colorado
Amax
Mount Emmons
Crested Butte
Colorado Department of Natural Resources
JRP
Chris Duerksen
Conservation Foundation
Arthur Biddle
Biddle
Gary Fisher
Fisher
JRB
Utah
Chuck Malick
High Country Citizens’ Alliance
Malik
The
Christian Science Publishing Society
Reagan Pushes First Environmental Reform Step
Washington officials outline a proposed change to the Clean Air Act seen by the White House as regulatory reform to aid industry. Critics call it regulatory rollback that could slow future air improvements, targeting new furnace and refinery stacks as part of existing pollutant "bubbles" and prompting hearings, lawsuits, and a broader Republican stance on public lands and endangered species rules.
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Richard J. Cattani
Environmental Protection Agency
EPA
Bruce Diamond
Richard Ayres
Natural Resources Defense Council
George Bush
Reagan
Reagan White House
Congress
Ayres
Brock Evans
Sierra Club
Washington
Evans
Carter
James G
Watt
Interior Department
Wom
Nhat
The Pen as Power in Social Influence and Media
A critique of writers' influence on society, politics, and behavior. It argues pen wielding words shape public opinion, mobilize actions, and even steer voters and youth, citing TV dramas and public figures. It warns newswriters bear heavy responsibility for provoking both progress and harm.
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Vancouver
Jerry Buchanan
England
Sally Struthers
Susan,Clark
Valarie Harper
Dana Hill
FBI
Paul Harvey on words and power in media echoes
Paul Harvey warns that words shape emotions and can scar or empower society. He notes teaching children about sex love marriage politics religion philosophy morality can affect futures. He also cautions modern media can unleash devastating words on unseen human targets.
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Paul Harvey
Almanac Today March 16 1981 notable dates
Almanac notes March 16 1981 as the 75th day of the year with 290 remaining. It highlights born on this date Pisces, James Madison, and events including West Point authorization in 1802, a slow NYSE trading day in 1830, and the 1966 Gemini 8 docking of Armstrong and Scott with an Agena craft.
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Mercury
Venus
Jupiter
Saturn
Mars
James Madison
United States
U.S. Military Academy
West Point
N.Y
Congress
New York Stock Exchange
Neil Armstrong
David Scott
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Knights of Columbus
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Upper Chichester
Harry Gilliam
Norwood
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Malcolm H. Laughead
Tony Apichella
Chichester High School
Thatcher
EvIa Wulme
North Star-Tele
NEA
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