Life Seems Better When We Count Our Positives
Our view urges gratitude over complaint by listing negatives and positives. It notes many lack basic comforts such as cars roofs or refrigerators and suggests tallying positives to defeat self pity. The method grows the positive column, making life feel less harsh.
Readers urged to sign letters with full contact details
The notice requests letters to the editor be signed and include a complete address and phone number. It states a 200 word limit and warns editors may shorten longer submissions. It provides the address P O Box 1028 Venice Florida 33595 for submissions.
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Ali Ready to Knock Out Gardner in Six Rounds
Muhammad Ali trains hard for the Gardner bout weighing 226 pounds and moving like his prime. Angelo Dundee praises his form as Ali vows a quick KO in six rounds, with sparring partner Magic Davis noting drastic improvements. Reporter SIMON LAND Venice.
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Education for arthritis patients and life adjustments
A reflection on coping with arthritis, learning from tests and doctors at the University of Michigan Arthritic Clinic, and accepting lifestyle changes. The piece contrasts humor with resilience and notes a reader letter about editorial wording and watering holes.
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Nostalgia Note On Black Stallion Parade Honor
A nostalgia letter from Leighton Cornwell mentions Walter Farley researching saloons from Guffey's Reader and notes the Black Stallion’s honored place in the Washington inaugural parade. He denies drinking Gerital, predicts no bet on the stallion, and invites readers to visit for home brew, not a speakeasy.
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Venice
Denison Delights in Frigid Florida Illusions
New Yorker writer Norah Denison jokes about Florida weather feel like Antarctic conditions while New Yorkers pretend it is warm. She recalls bundling up to air out her home and notes electric blankets as modern salvation from cold and static. The piece humorously contrasts January beach photos with the actual milder climate.
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Bottoms Up Slogan Draws TV Ad Debate
A columnist critiques a famous jeans ad using the line bottoms up noting its sexualized close ups of models including a 16 year old. He discusses network panel opinions on the commercial, calls for rating and possible legal action, and compares it to earlier memorable ads.
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Venice
Fanny
Joe Green
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