Bias and national debate linger in editorial stance
The piece argues that editorialists must confront their own biases and avoid savage attacks. It notes Americans often assume press trust while failing to test beliefs across situations, suggesting resistance to compromise and a need to examine how media shapes views.
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Gov
Jim Hitch
Habitat for Humanity seeks volunteers for final rehab weekend
Franklin County Habitat for Humanity announces nearing completion of its first rehabilitation. Weather permitting, volunteers are urged to paint the home's exterior this weekend and call 242-2600 for details. Gratitude is extended to contributing businesses including Mr. C's, Construction Materials, and Wal Mart, plus food and drink supporters from Wesleyan Church, Dairy Queen, and McDonald's.
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Franklin County
Habitat For Humanity
Mr. C’s
Markenbarry
Mitchell's
the Lumber Co
Town and Country
Wal- Mart
Wesleyan’s Church
Virginia Turner
Dairy Queen North
Kansas State Bank
Main Street Bakery
McDonald's
Cliff
Lou Burke
Country Mart
Wynndees
Lee
Habitat For Humanity Board of Directors
Old Names for Places From World Features Syndicate
A quirky list shows former or nickname names for places: Idaho once Colorado, Cape of Good Hope once Cape of Storms, Tahiti as King George's Island, Grand Canyon as Big Canyon, Moscow Idaho as Hog Heaven.
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Idaho
Colorado
Cape of Good Hope
Cape of Storms
Tahiti
King George's Island
Grand Canyon
Big Canyon
Moscow
Hog Heaven
World Features Syndicate
Olerud’s Calm Power Elevates Blue Jays Star
In Toronto, John Olerud stands out as a precise hitter with a reserve demeanor. A 200-hit 100-walk player, he analyzes pitches with quiet focus, adjusting his compact swing to attack first pitches. His balance and patience may keep him near perfection for years to come.
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Medin
Fla
Oxertens
Toronto Blue Jays
John Olerud
Jimmy Stewart
Henry Fonda
Ted Williams
Williams
Olerud
Comatose
Washington State University
White Sox
Bud Clancy
Browns
Washington State
Robert Adair
Sterling
Yale
George Brett
Rod Carew
Brett
Carew
Toronto
Skydome
Detroit
Tiger Stadium
Tiger
Fax Paper Purchase Becomes Odd Bargain
A man buys two rolls of fax paper with a $20 bill, resisting giving his phone digits or personal details. He crafts a sales pitch stressing cash only and recalls past cash trades, questioning corporate data collection while the young clerk completes the sale.
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U.S. Postal Service
Western Avenue
Why do pro-choice people oppose capital punishment
The speaker questions how accusations about yard junk lead to deadly error, arguing that neighbors often turn in neighbors out of nosiness. They warn a witch hunt could arise if people misuse such reporting and note a few local properties they deem problem spots.
Community Forum Voices Frustration Over City Growth and School Programs
Readers urge Richmond officials to fix neglected areas and focus on employment over parking tickets, criticizing puritan attitudes toward liquor and demanding support for local programs like KIDS in Ottawa. They question spending on new buildings when educational programs lack funds and urge public input via the “It’s Your Quarter” forum.
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Richmond City
Herald
USD 290
290
Ottawa
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