Summer safety and a fish in the esophagus warning
A reader notes a June AP story about a Macomb Illinois angler who had a 4 inch bluegill lodge in his throat. The piece mocks Porgy and Bess lyrics while urging lightning safety tips from Parade and Summer Safety Basics.
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Congress should reclassify online poker and curb bans
Washington Post columnist George Will discusses Howard Lederer and the Poker Players Alliance arguing that the 2006 law criminalizing online gambling blocks competition and harms freedom. He notes poker blends skill and strategy, contrasts it with other forms, and urges Congress to stop restricting Internet poker to boost access and growth.
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Pause and budget impasse spurs reader call to action
A Reader Letter urges Pennsylvania to cut spending and reduce legislators to end the budget stalemate. The author questions Gov Rendell and lawmakers for missing the June 30 deadline, criticizes tax hikes, and suggests a 5 percent agency cut plus downsizing the legislature, calling for decisive action with the chant GIT ER DONE.
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Anniversary celebration marks 50 years in Clearfield
On this date Dr. and Mrs. Donald M. Casteel observed their 50th wedding anniversary at Trinity United Methodist Church in Clearfield with a family dinner. Best man Dr. Wesley Trout and matron of honor were present, as were five Casteel children and 15 grandchildren. The couple wed in Mount Pleasant with Rev. William B. Gauntz officiating.
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Karen) Miller
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Donna) Collins
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