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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1984
Page
4
After a decade away the Destin columnist resumes writing, noting the crowded field of local candidates and the challenge ahead for council members as Destin grows. He hints at endorsing worthy contenders, recalls past Christmas parties, and looks forward to a fearless 1985 forecast.
An editor writes to Jennifer about Christmas spirit and Santa Claus. He recalls a girl named Virginia O Hanlon who asked if Santa exists and urges belief in the magic of Christmas through a child’s question and a newspaper lesson.
The editor answers a reader with a festive defense of belief in Santa Claus. He argues that Santa, like love and generosity, gives life its joy and beauty, and that unseen wonders exist beyond proof. He urges keeping faith and the tradition of cookies and milk at Christmas.
An editorial reflects on the universal need for Christmas spirit amid commercial excess. It praises acts of generosity from schoolchildren to businessmen, notes the enduring bonds of family and community, and asserts that Destin embodies a lasting, year round Christmas spirit in 1984.
At the county commission meeting in Crestview, the top issue concerned governing Destin during its interim period after the Nov 6 incorporation vote. The board chose to continue county government in Destin until a council is elected, following a verbal non-formal opinion from the attorney.
County and city officials spar over Destin governance with a four week hold on new actions. Attorney General opinion says no authority to fill the void, while prior permits for canoe rentals in public parks face possible rescission.
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