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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1983
Page
4
In a festive Pensacola scene before Christmas, the narrator plans a weekend sailing race, while his wife Carol playfully urges him to balance preparations with travel. A caller asks about a libelous Letter to the Editor, highlighting newsroom tensions and holiday duties. The couple muses on jury duty, shopping, and a week of free time before New Year’s.
Editorial notes a growing dispute as the Destin Community Center seeks to raise future lease fees for land used by the Destin Fire Department. The board's four and a half year lease expiry and a one dollar annual rent highlight tensions between public service goals and land value economics, reflecting broader questions about funding community services.
A reader thanks the Destin Log staff and volunteers for holiday wishes and praise. She recounts a December 7 house trailer fire near her property, noting fire trucks responded within minutes and contained the blaze, saving nearby units. She commends the firemen for their thorough, courteous service and pledges continued support.
The board failed to decide on Howard Hilburn's request to fund air conditioning for a DOR financed computer after two tied motions. It approved a bulkhead for Holiday Isle with DNR notification, removed signs obstructing Highway 98 Siebert, and noted Back Porch owner buying Julian's to increase parking, hoping for neighborhood peace.
A columnist laments the Cabbage Patch Kid craze and profiteering during Christmas. He notes a seller asking over $200 for one doll, compares it to past toy booms, and recalls family views on the fad, while experts ponder the toy’s staying power.
The Destin LOG asks readers to submit legible letters with signature and address. Mail to Editor, Destin LOG, P.O. Box 957, Destin, FL 32541, as letters may be edited and unsigned pieces are not considered.
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