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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1985
Page
5
Rosemary Ward of St Louis Missouri comments on the evolving lobbying driven process surrounding a forthcoming law. She notes multiple versions may emerge through Congress and lobbyist edits and expresses conditional support if the final bill matches stated aims.
A daring young reporter chronicles travel along U S Highway 98 noting wind blasting hair through corners and long stretches. He jokes about hazards including breakdowns and 18 wheelers while contrasting danger with a lighter side. The highway reportedly threads beaches and historic sites such as Wendy's in Destin and the Miracle Strip in Panama City Beach.
A reader letter rails at dangerous drivers, from tailgaters to speed demons, naming Lynn Anderson and Governor Bob in a tirade about traffic chaos. The writer vents at reckless behavior, noting near misses and the urge to brake abruptly, and promotes a roughened take on courtesy on the highway.
A humorous column recounts Mark Patinkin receiving a personal nomination from Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole to the Republican Senatorial Inner Circle. The piece notes the blurring line between political outreach and paid membership, highlighting a $1000 single and $2000 couple cost, and ends with a wish for cheaper notices.
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