DOT jobs clash over 70 appraisers in Florida budget
Tallahassee officials spar over adding 70 right of way appraisers to the DOT budget while 12 existing vacancies persist. Secretary Stone says in house staff needed to preserve federal funds. lawmakers note workload and past vacancies. An eventual pay raise is under cabinet review to help fill the positions.
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Apollo 16 Rocket Set Moves to Oceanside Launch Pad
Apollo 16 crew members Mattingly Young and Duke prepare for a March 17 geologic moon mission with a 73 hour stay in the central highlands. The 363 foot moon rocket travels to the firing pad, marking a major launch milestone and signaling future Skylab and space shuttle plans.
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Charles M. Duke
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Peanut shells lead to teen suspect in head’s market theft
In Menlo Park, officers traced peanut shells from Head’s Market to an 18-year-old who could not explain the source of a large peanut and popcorn stash. In San Francisco Bay Area, car pools using a free lane rose to 1919, up from 1602.
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China History Examined: 4,000 Years in 18-Part Strip
Don Oakley and John Lane present CHINA, ONE-FOURTH OF MANKIND in Playground Daily and Sunday News. The 18 part series begins this Sunday, tracing ancient dynasties, key events, and cultural milestones across four millennia of Chinese history.
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John Lane
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Public rights clash with fence over Wakulla River conservation
In Florida a fence across the Wakulla River near Tallahassee blocks traffic except on river trails used by Wakulla Springs boats. Tom Morrill seeks removal in circuit court. Edward Ball defends the barrier as wildlife protection. Hearing set for Dec. 27 before Judge Hugh Taylor. Conservationists weigh public riparian rights against sanctuary protection and wildlife preservation.
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Valparaiso Commission Rejects Three-Lot Rezoning
Valparaiso city commissioners rejected a rezoning request for three plots in Plot Six after opposition from about 20 residents. Ed Slown sought changing from single family and duplex to multiple family dwellings, with Mayor John B. Arnold breaking a 2 to 10 deadlock. The panel also passed an ordinance of necessity to extend sewer service along South Bayshore Drive from Vine Street to Rose Court, delaying payments pending a service-decision settlement. City employees receive pay increases and Christmas bonuses, effective January. One candidate qualified for a January 1, 1951 council election, with the mayor’s seat also contested. City Clerk Doug Richardson plans the 16th Christmas party for locals on Christmas Eve from 2:30 to 4:30 PM.
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Aid Package Cleared for Floor Action in Foreign Aid Fight
The House Rules Committee advanced a 2.9 billion foreign aid package with a 300 million Israel military loan add on to win Senate support. Leaders aim to bypass deadlock via a continuing resolution funding through March 15 while negotiations continue on Pentagon funding and city Washington finances.
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Former councilman arrested in gambling and minor alcohol case
A former city councilman Sir L Rogers was arrested after Beal Street raid. He faces charges of allowing gambling and employing a minor at his restaurant tavern. Bonds set at 300 dollars. Also in custody were his son and three others including a 19 year old woman.
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Thomas to Speak To County GOP
Okaloosa County Republicans meet for a 7:30 pm dutch treat dinner at Perri's Restaurant on Eglin Parkway. Strategy talk by Tommy Thomas outlines party efforts for the coming year and recalls his early Republican activity in Alabama.
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Fort Walton Beach Council calls off Dec meetings
The Fort Walton Beach City Council voted to cancel the December 27 and 28 meetings due to holiday travel. They also agreed employees need not work the Fridays before Saturday holidays.
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Florida sues Cities Service over Peace River pollution
Florida files a suit seeking over 10 million dollars from Cities Service Oil Co for alleged phosphate pollution of the Peace River. The action targets negligence in settling pond dam construction and spill of phosphate slime into Whidden Creek and the river. The notice arrives amid other state political and police reports.
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Commission to Open Water-Sewer Bids in Fort Walton Beach
County commissioners plan a 2 p.m. bid opening on water and sewer contracts including wells lines and the effluent field. J. Otinger of Boaz Alabama is to present work orders for the phase. Charles W. Clarey seeks a gun permit approved by Okaloosa Sheriff and county records show bond. Hospital matters may include personnel changes with Robert M. Anderson likely present.
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