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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1985
Page
4
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The Destin LOG editorial board faced hostile calls after publishing city council and mayoral endorsements. Editors note a mix of outrage and curiosity, with one caller calling the recommendation a kiss of death while others praise or ignore it as election eve tensions rise. A publisher even asked about bomb threats, highlighting the high stakes of hometown politics.
Editorial denounces repeated use of colored fill dirt south of Highway 98 in Destin. It questions county zoning approvals, cites a “close call” by a building inspector, and warns against county officials ignoring the ordinance as the new city government prepares to take over permit duties.
A collection of public poll items shows Americans’ fears and self descriptions. It notes 39 percent fear snakes, 15 percent mice, 2 percent cats, 35 percent identify as Democrats, 29 percent as independents, 93 percent recognize Michael Jackson, 49 percent know George Shultz, and 22 percent know Mario Cuomo as governor. Averages include 22.4 miles for a home to work round trip.
A compilation of poll figures covers commuting modes, egg consumption, football vs baseball preferences, gender gaps in viewing, name recognition comparisons, history knowledge in colleges, crime rates and reporting, theft patterns, media ownership, alcohol use, music tastes, school prayer support, and reading habits. Charles McDowell notes in Richmond Times Dispatch.
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