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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1981
Page
6
A reader criticizes SEPTA and the Transport Workers Union for ongoing transit and school strikes, fuel shortages, and economic hardship. The writer argues the public tolerates disruptions, and questions whether society will tolerate growing government and union tensions. The piece urges collective self-examination to end recurring outages.
A century ago Morocco finishers at Eli D Pierce’s South Chester factory walked out after workers from Wilmington were hired. The item notes notable locals from Chester, including William Wingate as a top jumper, a charity concert at Holly Tree Hall, and church and civic achievements in Chester.
The Daily Times invites letters from readers with name, address, and phone number. Only names and hometowns appear in print. Unsigned letters are not printed. Allow about one week for verification. Limit one letter per writer per month. For questions call 284 7200 Ext 304 between 10 am and 5 pm Monday through Friday.
The almanac notes today is Tuesday March 17 1981 the 76th day with 289 remaining. It marks St Patrick's Day and lists visible planets Mercury Venus Jupiter Saturn morning and Mars in the evening. Historical notes include Holland's submarine test 1889 Campfire Girls founded 1912 Vanguard 1 launched 1958 and a 1975 Supreme Court ruling on offshore oil and gas rights.
Letter argues that Archdiocese policies restrict private school access and that freedom of choice in education is essential. Contrasts Catholic parochial schools with public schooling, notes private options are open to all and not limited by church, district, or state. Calls for broader private school representation and rejects limiting Catholic schooling in Delaware County.
A letter criticizes a Times headline about minors and police handling of a black woman case while another writer thanks the Daily Times, especially Harry Chaykin, for extensive coverage of girls sports at local schools, praising its impact on attendance and potential scholarships.
The Second District Democratic Committee of Upper Darby endorses keeping Primos School and all local elementary schools open. They propose using excess spaces for a senior center and library relocation to Primos School, with tax rolls restored and community centers created. Citizens voting in May and November would determine the final outcome.
Ed Harris, chairman, states the Tinicum Democratic Committee will not support any Republican candidate for the Justice of the Peace position in the May primary. The letter clarifies the committee will remain neutral and not endorse or oppose any candidate or indicate qualifications.
A reader questions how Delaware County ended up with many criminal justice system figures described as lame-brains and asks what expedient ways exist to remove them from office. The letter cites rapists thieves dope addicts and other undesirables noted in the editorial.
A Ridley Township reader voices strong support for Nick Catania, praising his willingness to help residents, promise to respond to calls, and commitment to public service as he enters the council race. The Cox Family notes their backing and confidence in his heart and know how.
A narrator recalls summers at St. Thomas Aquinas Church learning Catholic faith with Sister Oscar and crafting an Our Lady from Ivory Soap. He reflects on religious instruction for public school kids, family dynamics around soap brands, and a rebellious moment shaping his views of faith.
In a vivid memoir style, the narrator recalls a ritualistic tribute to a soap sculpture called My Lady. A candle, a Beethoven miniature, and a sanctified bath scene heighten a child’s moral crisis as a brother bathes with the figure. The narrator finds a religious breakthrough in the ruined sculpture’s diminutive form and a sense of grace amid upheaval.
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