1989 Outlook From a Hard Look at Communism
This essay surveys a pivotal year ahead, arguing the 1989 crisis of the Soviet Empire tests Western strategy. It warns of a bloodbath in Afghanistan, potential Khmer Rouge returns, and rising isolationism. It urges true statesmanship to seize the window for freedom across Europe and Africa.
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Veterans deserve graveside honors not conflict with rites
Paul Bohn, USAF Veteran, writes that taps and rifle salutes honor veterans and should not be altered by religious or personal views. He argues rites are for individual veterans and Memorial Day includes all who served, urging families and clergy to respect the honors earned by service to God and country.
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Telegraph letters policy for Dixon Telegraph
Letters to the editor must be signed and include address and telephone number Unsigned letters will not be published Letters should be a maximum of 400 words Longer letters will be edited Writers are limited to 12 letters per year Submissions should be sent to Voice of the People Dixon Telegraph 113 S Peoria Ave Dixon IL 61021
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Gas tax push seen as prudent energy measure
Dan Rostenkowski leads renewed push for a national gas tax arguing it would boost federal revenue by about 1 billion dollars per cent and aid deficit reduction. Support cites energy conservation, OPEC dynamics, and potential climate benefits while noting it could be framed as a user fee under Bush.
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House Ways and Means Committee
Dan Rostenkowski
George Bush
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Spotlight on Reagan’s looming post presidency fade
With sixteen days left in his term, Ronald Reagan nears stepping away from public life. The piece reflects on the media obsession with leaders, Reagan’s enduring charm, and the likely quieter years ahead after leaving the White House for good.
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Dixon High School faces staff cuts on enroll drop
In January 1979 school board discussed eliminating seven staff positions at Dixon High School and reassigning staff across several grade schools amid declining student enrollments. The notes also reference related school staffing actions and district planning.
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Dixon High School
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