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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1994
Page
7
Walt Disney World posted signs in ticket windows on Saturday for the fourth annual Gay Day at the Magic Kingdom. The event, not sponsored by Disney, drew a few complaints but no pro. Disney spokeswoman Jane Adams said as many as 20,000 gays and lesbians were present.
The article notes Gay Day as the unofficial start to local Pride Month celebrations. Adams says tour groups are treated like any other visitors. It describes a visible gay scene in Magic Kingdom streets, comparing it to Greenwich Village and the Castro District, with pink triangle themed T shirts common among attendees.
Report of a park day where attendees wore Mickey Mouse shirts and some men held hands or wore women's clothing. Organizers defend the event as a communal celebration while some visitors express discomfort, noting what they see as non normal. Richard Sullivan emphasizes inclusion and normalcy amid differing views. Pete Milsom, an English tourist, comments on the scene and personal beliefs.
First Western Bank reports its new credit card leads with no annual fee and 12.9 percent introductory rate. Bank Rate Monitor ranked it sixth nationally for payers with balances and 15th for those who carry balances. Kalman notes strong interest locally and nationally. PNC and Piper Jaffray unveil a fixed income fund package for banks.
Morelli & Sons Inc. has been named a Proud Lion wholesaler in Stroh Brewery Co. 1993 Pride of the Lion awards. From 800 nationwide wholesalers, 89 were honored for excellence in sales execution planning coverage delivery retail contact and program execution. William Henry, Stroh president, praised Morelli & Sons for their hard work and dedication.
Liken United Home Medical opens at Fox Chase Plaza, 2807 Wilmington Road, offering home oxygen and respiratory equipment plus wheelchairs, walkers, canes, hospital beds, lift chairs, scooters, safety gear, and nurses uniforms. Hours are 8:30 to 5 Monday through Friday and 8 to noon Saturday. Management includes Mike Sibeto, with regional accounts manager Joe Petrola and respiratory specialist John Medina. Retail staff Susan Stoner and Sharon Prince assist questions, while distribution reps Bob Apezio, Jeff Crespo, Joe Maslyk, Ron Elch, and Mike Sultan handle orders.
Across Haymarket Virginia a $650 million Disney's America project sparks protests over its impact on local history traffic and zoning while Virginia officials back a $163.2 million infrastructure package. Critics insist the park would distort the nation's Civil War story and threaten sacred ground. Disney cites brochures promising historical context and harmony with nearby sites as backers push ahead.
A Saudi prince commits 500 million dollars to Euro Disney near Paris, agreeing to buy 15 to 24 percent of the park as part of a bailout and funding a convention center. Disney touts tax revenue and jobs, while critics warn the project threatens Civil War heritage and warns of a misleading narrative.
The piece urges early exploration of careers and colleges through fairs and guidance. It profiles Tiffany Morton and Jennifer Marsh as examples and stresses financial aid, visits, and phased planning from seventh grade onward with guidance counselors. It advises ninth grade planning, campus visits, and colleges’ summer programs to test fit, ending with senior-year steps to apply to about six schools including a reach and safety options.
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