What to do with billions in gas rationing coupons
Editorial laments a glut of more than 2000 tons of gas rationing coupons printed in the 1970s and stockpiled after deregulation. With no serial numbers and Washington images, the coupons cannot be destroyed or safely recycled, costing money but awaiting future shortages amid political cycles.
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Reagan
George Washington
Feds
Congress
Sounding off about sounds
CY Brickfield argues noise is a daily nuisance with health risks including hearing loss and stress. He cites EPA figures over 20 million exposed to damaging levels and outlines decibel benchmarks, community actions like Boulder’s noise ordinance, Baltimore bus-route changes, and AARP Sound Advice program guidance for reducing noise at home and in neighborhoods.
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CY Brickfield
Isis
Environmental Protection Agency
EPA
Boulder
Colorado
AARP
E Street
N.W
Washington, D.C
Spilling the purse reflects a hopeful grace in tragedy
In a hospital waiting room Melanie dies after a serious car crash, as a friend Susan turns her purse inside out to share what she has. The moment prompts the meditation that Jesus emptied his life for others and asks believers to empty their hearts in love. The prayer thanks God for perfect love and provision.
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Melanie
Susan
Jesus
Dollars going to do the most good in Mahoning Valley
View from Washington notes that federal dollars will fund a new courthouse in Youngstown, with GSA backing, a move expected to create construction jobs and boost the valley’s image. The project, after revisions, saves about 1.5 million and includes outdoor parking. Congressman Williams provides local contact numbers.
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GSA
Mahoning Valley
Youngstown
Williams
Youngstown Rd
Warren
Federal Plaza East
Ohioans oppose new nuclear plants in polls
Ohio adults show 59 percent oppose adding nuclear power plants in the United States, 31 percent favor, and 10 percent undecided. The shift from a 1981 pro-build stance aligns with reduced energy crisis concerns, while only managers and administrators favor more plants. The survey of 1,002 Ohio adults was conducted June 17 to July 16, 1983 by the University of Cincinnati.
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Ohio
Institute For Policy Research
University of Cincinnati
United States
BBB Warns Against Debit Card Fraud Risks
The Better Business Bureau warns that debit cards allow instant account debits and thieves with card or PIN can drain funds quickly. Most banks offer a two day loss window with up to 50 dollars cap, but after that losses may reach 500 dollars. Victims risk full losses if not reporting within 60 days of statements. Protect by never sharing codes, monitor statements, and be wary of people near ATMs. banks deploy security devices to help.
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John Moliterno
Better Business Bureau
BBB
When discrimination is fair
Edwin Feulner argues against the Fair Insurance Practices Act proposed by Senate sponsors. He contends the bill would ban using sex in premiums and benefits, forcing insurers to charge women the same as men. Feulner cites life expectancy and actuarial differences to claim higher premiums for women and lower benefits for men, harming women overall.
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Heritage Foundation
Congress
Senate
U.S. Census Bureau
American Association For the Advancement of Science
University of Southern California
Eileen Crimmins
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