Oil profits spark political clash over price hikes
Louis Sinclair surveys the heated debate sparked by big oil profits and secretary Miller’s warnings about Middle East price manipulation. He notes opposition from motorists and politicians, with figures like Connally Baker Reagan and the president facing scrutiny as polls show broad disapproval of oil price increases.
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Humble Memo Credits Venice Voters and Lucie Grey
Mike Murphy notes a December 4 turnout rise not from issues but curiosity about a new voting system and local governance duty. He praises Lucie Grey for female input, affirms council continuity with Bob Anderson and Gene Caffrey, and lauds Venice's overall know-how and balanced leadership.
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Reader Firebrand Defends Youth Against Indictment
CHIP GAYLOR of Nokomis rebutts Richard Pope in a 1979 letter, arguing that youth face economic pressures, busy schedules, and parental influence, and urging positive guidance over blanket condemnation. He notes inflation affects clothing costs, defends casual dress, counters claims about drinking, and challenges moralizing views while advocating balanced expectations.
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Important values said ignored by teen critic
To the Editor the writer questions Richard Pope's view of teens while arguing values are learned from parents and vary by era. They note teens wear diverse fashions and drink less on school nights, with older youths imitating adults and many being nutrition informed.
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Christmas goodwill fund aids Ryan Rose family
Elizabeth R. Gibbons of Venice recounts how a neighbor helped Ryan Rose during a medical crisis. She notes prayers, faith, and a fund at Venice Nokomis Bank established by David Voigt to support the Rose family, and she plans to donate Christmas gifts funds to the Ryan Rose Fund.
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Thanks to the Santas in Washington for our gifts
A critical list lampoons federal spending as Christmas gifts from Congress. It cites studies on fiddler crabs, baby monkeys, hermits crabs, and parrots, along with millions for LGBT outreach, Navajo medicine training, advertising, and printing forms. The piece is signed Howard Stemm.
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Quotations From Classic Thinkers Across Time
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Cards for hostages to Iran during Christmas season
A radio caller urges readers to send Christmas cards to American hostages in Iran via the Iranian Embassy in Washington DC. The gesture aims to show care and pressure the government for release during the holiday period.
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