Postal rate hike eyed as 2001 changes loom
The Postal Service proposes a 6 percent overall rate increase in 2001, with first class up 1 cent, magazines 15 percent and catalogs 14 percent. Rising costs threaten junk mailers and delay newspapers and magazines, though the service highlights profits and improved pricing for some customers.
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Save the old middle school as a community building
A reader argues for preserving and refurbishing the stately old middle school in Ottawa rather than razing it. He cites its history, resilience in storms, and potential as gymnasium, auditorium, offices, classrooms, and a large dining area with artist butterfly murals. He notes lessons from abroad and local officials.
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Love Bug and Internet Vandalism Provokes Harsh Vows
A Washington Post columnist laments Internet viruses and email scams after the Love Bug outbreak. He argues for severe punishment for cyber vandals, proposes victims’ line punishments, but concedes personal reluctance toward email. He warns readers to ignore suspicious messages like Another Big Lie from Donald Kaul.
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Bush or Gore: Bush best defender of liberty
An opinion argues Bush offers stronger protection of American liberty and national security than Gore. It critiques Gore as a demagogue with a leftist record and links Bush to measured government, capitalism, and a restrained approach, urging Bush victory to preserve freedoms.
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