Ugly Ditches Channelization Sparks National Debate
Louis Cassels reports that the Soil Conservation Service plans to straighten and deepen streams, creating ugly ditches to free land for farming. Critics from wildlife groups warn of habitat loss, lowered water tables, and harm to swamp ecosystems, with Horse Range and Four Holes swamps cited as affected. The controversy resurfaces as the SCS targets thousands more miles of streams nationwide.
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Monroeville School Board Sets 29.8 Mill Tax
Monroeville Local School District values taxes at 15.264 million dollars and expects 454 867 in property tax revenue from a 29.8 mill levy. The board approves the rates and transfers needed for year end and schedules the reorganization for 1 p.m. Monday January 1.
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Jew Helps Christians On Yale Values of estates filed in Huron County Probate Court
Milwaukee story notes Albert Rosen a Milwaukee Jew blogs on Christmas Eve service bridging Jews and Christians. He mans information desk at St. Luke's Hospital with two Christian sponsors helping visitors. Rosen recalls wartime solidarity and hopes to end religious division through shared service. FT Polk item reports Army Private Dean T Slavik completing admin course at Ft Polk La after basic training and Norwalk High School graduation in 1970.
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