Our Opinion on Pete Rose Gambling Scandal and Punishment
The piece argues Rose should receive help for gambling problems rather than punishment. It notes his past performance, the legality of betting, and potential suspensions, while comparing treatment of drug users and gamblers. It urges proper assistance and humane handling by MLB and courts.
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Pete Rose
Rose
Cincinnati Reds
A. Bartlett Giamatti
Cincinnati
Giamatti
Modest pay hike eyed for New Castle mayor
City Council weighs a raise for Mayor Richard Christofer from 20000 to as high as 36000 with changes effective after the 1992 election. Officials debate economic realities, cost of living, and a planned schedule to avoid large future boosts while voters decide on re election.
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Richard Christofer
Gary Bonelli
Christofer
Council
New Castle
Congress
Balloons Add Charm to County Balloon Fest Shines at New Castle
A Memorial Day weekend Balloon Fest at New Castle Airport drew large crowds with dozens of hot air balloons inflating and lifting into the sky. The spectacle, sponsored by the Union Township Volunteer Fire Department, drew spectators by car line and elicited praise for the sky show and colorful fabric giants.
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Union Township
New Castle
Watermelon stands and summer memories from Debbie Wachter
Debbie Wachter Bonnie shares summer signs in Lawrence County including roadside watermelon stands at 35 cents a slice. She recalls hot days with air conditioning on high and lines for ice cream, noting Pennsylvania's ice cream production and fond childhood memories of the Dairy Clipper ice cream truck in Sharpsville, Mercer County.
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Lawrence County
Highland Avenue
Pennsylvania
California
Sharpsville
Mercer County
Balloon shows and Bubble Gum Day memories
The narrator recalls longing for yearly balloon shows and waiting for spare change from parents to enjoy local treats. Friday meant Bubble Gum Day with a free gum atop ice cream, and the Lickety Split cherry ice treat on a stick offered a chance at a free one with a special stick.
Flag burning ruling reaffirms free speech limits
A conservative analysis praises the Supreme Court's flag burning decision as consistent with First Amendment precedent. It cites Johnson and past cases, notes protections for symbolic political speech, but allows limits when acts amount to vandalism or clear contempt. The piece argues press indifference will mute odious demonstrations and uphold freedom.
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Gregory Lee Johnson
Johnson
Texas
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
High Court
Des Moines
Iowa
Vietnam
William Brennan
Versal Press Syndicate
Local car cruises draw tourism for New Castle area
Editor highlights car cruises as a magnet for visitors and local spend. The Tourism Promotion Agency calendar lists events in Lawrence County, noting outreach beyond the county and growing interest since the Pennsylvania Spring Summer Travel Guide release.
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Jackie Kunzmann
New Castle
Lawrence County
Tourism Promotion Agency
Pennsylvania
Letters to the editor encourage reader submissions
The New Castle News invites typed or handwritten letters up to 350 words with name address and phone for verification. Letters may be edited for length or libel concerns. authors may be contacted for approval. Readers discuss jail issues, trustee duties, and concerns about AIDS testing and inmate treatment, urging investigation and better treatment at Lawrence County Jail.
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The
New Castle News
News
New Castle
the News
Lawrence County
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Mr. Hall
Pagley
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Mane
Rile Eee
Debbie Wachter
James J. Kilpatrick
Brooklyn
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James Meredith
University of Mississippi
Meredith
Massachusetts
Valarie Goguen
Supreme Court
Seattle
Harold Spence
Spence
Cambodia
Kent State University
Lawrence County Tourism Promotion Agency
Becky Sheeler
Lawrence County Tourist Promotion Agency
Symra Knight
Salem
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