Future History spoof reflects on government chaos and reform
The Monticello Express reprints a tongue in cheek Chicago Tribune Magazine piece by Herb Daniels that imagines 2000 to 2040 in a governmentless America. It satirically lists a century of apathy, skipped elections, and ensuing chaos then a rebound to reforms and renewed governance.
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Herb. Daniels
Chicago Tribune
United States
Monticello
South Main Street
Highway 151
Civil War Days to Highlight Hopkinton Events
Hopkinton hosts the fourth annual Civil War Days Friday and Saturday under the Delaware County Historical Society. The event offers varied programs for families and Civil War buffs, described as a fine local observance and a popular outing.
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Hopkinton
Delaware County Historical Society
Letter defending trip to Washington and transit policy debate
State Senator Richard J. Norpel Sr defends his Washington trip with Rep James Azim and Sen Kathryn Morrison. He rebukes Elaine Smith for criticizing federal road funding, argues administration favors mass transit funds, and stresses nonpartisan representation while acknowledging federal influence on states. He identifies Senator Lowell P Weicker Jr as the referenced Wilcker.
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Ms. Wagner
Monticello
Elaine Smith
Senate
Clifton Lamborn
Iowa
Kennedy
Massachusetts
Wilcker
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