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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1981
Page
1
In Venice, citizens process the January 1981 assassination attempt on President Reagan with shock and anger. Shoppers read headlines at Bird Bay Village while locals debate security, societal violence, and the impact on national life with varied opinions.
County commissioners postpone a vote on a 30 million bond to buy the Oaks tract while developers press ahead with tree removal for a 640 unit project. Commissioner Anderson criticizes the delay and calls for a firm decision as cost figures and bids surface, with environmental groups urging restraint.
Venice resident Howard Brubacher brings a two tailed penny to the Sun Coast Guardian noting Lincoln on both sides with one side mirrored. Larry Hero found the coin and Brubacher sought guidance. area dealers call it a common error or oddity with value set by collectors.
County commissioners weigh acquiring a 65 acre island near Caspersen Beach using normal procedures and possibly eminent domain or an order of taking. A bridge would provide access and the site could house park facilities with erosion altering southern beach plans. lease expires in 1988 but may be extended.
An OCR fragment shows store names and numbers including Foremost Liquor 3 Frame Shop Jackson's Lighting 11 Joey's Cate 7 INSERTS Patio Palace Publix Super X Drug Walgreens 10 11 Water Works W D C24.
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