Santa Claus real or not how to tell children
A Penn State education professor advises parents on handling Santa truth questions. Start by letting children voice what they think, then guide discussion with questions. Emphasize the spirit of giving rather than a literal North Pole sleigh, noting two views on myth and the value of values like generosity.
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New Castle News
Sex and Aggression Link in American Culture
A Psychology Today discussion notes Americans are seen as highly sexual and violent yet culturally restrained. The piece, citing UCLA research, suggests mutual enhancement between sexual arousal and aggression, with media censorship and public campaigns shaping the link.
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Seymour Feshback
Neal Malamuth
Science becomes social policy The Nucleus Family
Dr Frankenstein labored in days when scientific freedom of inquiry was accorded full license. Working alone, the fearless experimenter did not have to answer to corporate demands for immediate applicability. Progress, not profits.
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Dr. Frankenstein
New Castle News Announces Publisher and Editorial Staff
The New Castle News lists Richard E. Rentz as President and Publisher Jessie Treadwell Anderson as Vice President and Treasurer J Fred Rentz as Secretary and General Manager and Leonard T Kolasinski as Executive Editor Jack W Bartholli named among staff. Subscription rates shown and local sale points noted. The piece also touches on science fiction themes about cloning and ethics prompting broader questions on ownership of technology and policy.
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Jessie Treadwell Anderson
J. Fred Rentz
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New Castle News
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New Castle News Christmas Wishlist From Editorial Staff
In a playful holiday note the New Castle News staff lists humorous wishes. Photographers seek invisibility for candid shots, reporters request more Slippery Rock College sports coverage, and editors ask for gear, private jets, or time to cover stories. Several staffers joke about pens, cigarettes, and coffee pots amid winter winds and busy newsroom life.
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Carol Colanzi
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Robin Early
Debbie Wachter
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Joe Normand
Maxine Carlson
Paul Newman
Nancy Lowry
Encouraging signs in Harrisburg on open government
A Commonwealth Court Judge David Craig memo to Capitol Newsroom explains a ruling, its impact, and background for public understanding. It marks a shift toward accountability as judges become more accessible to the media and public. Rumors swirl about a cost of living raise for lawmakers and expense accounts.
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Commonwealth Court
David Craig
Craig
Capitol opinion on pay raises and reform measures
The commission did not grant lawmakers pay raises while the Legislature is out of session. All increases recommended by the commission would take effect automatically unless the Legislature rejects or modifies them. The group should next propose abolishing their own roles so legislators can justify their pay raises. The Legislature merits credit for ethics and campaign finance reforms and anti corruption bills, while critics view some moves as campaign ploys.
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David A. Milne
Craig
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Superior
Supreme Courts
Commonwealth Compensation Commission
Prayer as Privilege and Attitude in Scripture
Dear W P G explains that prayer is a privilege access to God through Christ and should be an attitude beyond constant speaking. It argues that ceaseless prayer blends action with mindset, shaping how believers approach daily life and duties.
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Jesus Christ
Christ
Prayer Without Ceasing and Trust in God by Billy Graham
The piece emphasizes approaching God with confidence through Jesus as high priest, praying without ceasing, and trusting God in every need. It cites Hebrews 4 14 16 19 1 Thessalonians 5 17 and Philippians 4 6 urging persistent prayer and reliance on God's mercy and grace.
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Jesus the Son of
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Networks Shouldn’t Project Results Before Polls Close
Sydney J. Harris argues that early projections on election night erode suspense and mislead viewers. He singles out ABC’s boast of predicting 40 governors and senators, noting dramatics fade when results are declared too soon. He urges networks to delay projections until a substantial portion of votes are in for meaningful analysis.
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ABC Television
U.S
ABC News
Chicago
Illinois
Smith-Percy
Percy
ABC
Sydney J. Harris
The Double Coconut Holds World Seed Size Record
The Coco de Mer, native to the Seychelles Islands in the Indian Ocean, bears the largest seed known on earth. A single seed can weigh up to 40 pounds.
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United Press International
Coco de Mer
Syechelles Islands
Indian Ocean
Reader's Contact for News Accuracy at New Castle News
Readers are urged to address complaints about news reports to Executive Editor Len Kolasinski, the Reader's Contact, via telephone or mail at the New Castle News. He handles questions about story accuracy and corrections.
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New Castle
Len Kolasinski
Autopsy questions over Jonestown 911 victims debate
A columnist questions the $9 million cost to bring Jonestown massacre victims back to Dover AFB for cremation or burial. He urges autopsies to probe brainwashing and chemical influence, noting seven autopsies planned including Rev. Jones and aides, plus four random bodies.
Brain-washing theory surrounds Jonestown deaths
The piece suggests mass mind-control concepts tied to Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple, arguing for autopsies to uncover brain-washing methods. It criticizes officials for avoiding full toxicological tests on the 911 recovered bodies and questions the $9 million repatriation cost.
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