Gadfly teacher exiled after writing public high schools critique
Detroit educator Evan Kelcher pens New Africa High a sharp, controversial survey of urban schooling. He describes violent halls and failing academics while facing transfer for personal safety. The book, self-published and self-financed, spreads among teachers nationwide.
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New Africa High
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California
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Nurses Reach Tentative Akron General Contract Accord
A tentative pact was reached Saturday in Akron Ohio ending a 10 week strike by 350 registered nurses at Akron General Medical Center. The agreement aims to avert further service cuts as the hospital operated at under half capacity and emergency care was reduced. Ratification voting is planned by the nurses with no contract details released.
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Akron General Medical Center
Oil reserves potential exceeds current discoveries
Experts estimate vast undiscovered oil, ranging from 1.7 to five times the amount already found. The U S Geological Survey projects about half of this oil lies in poorer nations not yet part of OPEC.
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Synthetic fiber mixtures threaten recycling industry
New York report says wash and wear and resin treatments hinder recycling of synthetic blends, with 1.5 billion pounds recycled last year, down 4 percent. Frankel notes rising synthetic waste share, shrinking markets for waste textiles, and shifts from cotton to polyurethane in auto cushioning, urging new markets and possible government incentives.
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Richard H. Frankel
National Association of Recycling Industries
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America
Nari
Apparel Manufacturers Association of America
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