Supreme Court taxes zoning as property takings overuse limits
The Supreme Court ruling holds local governments liable for compensation when zoning or land use restricts property use. A California church case guides the shift, threatening lawsuits and payouts as communities reexamine flood maps, zoning maps, and potential economic losses. New Castle examples show broad implications for commercial and residential land, with chaos replacing prior order.
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Justices' workload sparks new zoning litigation risk
The article argues Supreme Court backlogs and vague rulings fuel civil suits as landowners seek compensation. It cites Warren Burger’s push for a separate court, criticizes vagueness in pornography rulings, and warns that zoning decisions lack clear boundaries, inviting more lawsuits nationwide.
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Rapid Growth of Blue Whale Calf Stuns Scientists
United Press International reports the fastest growth among all animals is seen in blue whale calves. An ovum weighing a fraction of a milligram becomes a 29 ton creature in roughly 22 percent of months, with rapid development during gestation and the first year of life.
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United Press International
Local tax reform eyed as November special session looms
Governor Casey plans a November special session to discuss local tax reform and will appoint a commission to study the issue beforehand. The piece notes Pennsylvania legislators’ reluctance, the shift of tax burden to wage earners, and possible sales tax changes. It also covers write-in vote quirks and local school board vacancy talks involving New Castle area officials.
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Robert Casey
Casey
Lawrence County
Caliguiri
Elf
Roger DeCarbo
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Mickey Mouse
Charles Cook
New Castle Area
Cook
Gary Bonelli
Elizabeth Verterano
Purging Hell from Bible Editor Letter Sparks Faith Debate
A reader argues Hell should be removed from Bible translations, insisting God is love and Hell reflects mistranslation. The letter cites Greek terms Hades Gehenna and Tartarus, names several translations, and condemns doctrinal edits while urging adherence to scriptural conciliation through Christ. The writer signs as B.O. Bishop Volant.
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Tanner Opposes Dog Racing Legislation in Pa
A Letter to the Editor lauds Paul L. Tanner of the Lawrence County commissioners for his lone stance against proposed Pennsylvania laws legalizing dog racing and pari mutuel betting. The author argues gambling fails to cure poverty or unemployment and urges leaders to favor positive programs that attract honest work and business, warning against inviting social trouble by racing to legalize vice.
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Paul L. Tanner
Lawrence County Commissioners
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Ohio
Calvary Hill Lament and the Resurrected Savior
A poetic retelling of the Passion from the mob scene to the cross and the resurrection. It describes Jesus bearing the cross, crown of thorns, crucifixion between thieves, the temple veil tearing, and the moment of forgiveness, ending with the risen Christ proclaimed by angels.
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Calvary Hill
Snowy Day Poem Reflects Winter Weather
A short poem describes heavy snow and freezing cold keeping people indoors. It notes six inches of snow, icy streets, and everyone bundled in boots scarves and mittens. The author cheers being home on a cold winter day and reflects on the wintry scene.
Universal testing and AIDS ethics discussed by Buckley
William F Buckley Jr argues in the Universal Press Syndicate column that public sentiment shifts toward universal AIDS testing though privacy remains a key constraint. He notes costs, current delays, and the dilemma of handling positive results for immigrants, governments, and international partners in a democratic context.
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J.J. Jones
Elksville
Ill
William F. Buckley Jr
Universal Press Syndicate
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