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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1983
Page
4
The Destin Log publishes Wednesdays and Saturdays at 106 Marler Street Destin Florida 32541 for Destin and South Walton County residents. It is mailed as Second Class. Advertising deadlines are Monday noon and Thursday noon.
A LOG letter to the editor calls for consistent education on riding on the correct side of the road for all traffic including bicycles. The writer cites observed cyclist disregard for stop signs and signals, recalling Rochester's police led school talks and safety lessons as a model to reduce accidents and blame.
In a heartfelt letter a longtime visitor laments the demolition of the Spyglass Inn after 30 years. He recalls friendly owners Steve and Johnny Malczewski, memories of family and guests, and beachside rituals, while acknowledging a gleaming 17 story condo will rise nearby. The author plans one final visit before the inn's last days, noting plans for a new Spyglass to continue the tradition.
The Destin Log invites readers to submit letters expressing opinions for publication. Letters must include a signature and address and be legible. The editor reserves the right to edit lengthy letters and may reject unsigned submissions.
An editorial urges South Walton residents to vote yes on forming a fire tax district. It notes growth along Walton County beaches, calls for better emergency protection, compares to Destin’s volunteer department, and highlights a $25 yearly fire protection levy and the initial seven commissioners from 15 candidates.
An ex fighter pilot weighs the Russian air force's conduct after the KAL 747 disaster. He argues the pilots were under ground control, rejects misidentification, and doubts any civilian airliner was a spy, noting Russia may claim a recorder to justify actions and warns against escalation. He stresses unresolved questions and cautions against drastic responses.
A column notes a proposed law allowing government agents to impersonate news reporters or infiltrate media groups for undercover work. The author checks with a Washington contact, who recalls Watergate and warns about distrust and media manipulation. The piece reflects persistent secrecy and suspicion surrounding government outreach to the press.
A Destin line conversation probes the 1983 Undercover Operations Act, its reach beyond newspapers to lawyers doctors and clergy, and the chilling idea of reporters as possible informants. The talk touches on off the record norms, probable cause, and the fate of broad surveillance bills in a presidential year.
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