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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1981
Page
2
Florida lawmakers led by Governor Bob Graham consider removing the gasoline tax exemption to fund highway construction and maintenance. They note a state surplus above a billion dollars and argue motorist taxes already allocated poorly to highways, with tag and vehicle taxes largely not directed to highway funds.
This notice asks readers to limit letters to 200 words and warns editors may shorten longer submissions. It prohibits poetry or copyrighted material, requires signatures, and mandates inclusion of full address and phone number. Address for submissions is Letters to the Editor P O Box 1028 Venice Florida 33595.
David Mitchell of Planned Parenthood Southwest Florida salutes President Reagan and reiterates commitment to reproductive freedom. The letter defends individual choice in childbearing and echoes faith in constitutional rights amid the new administration.
The piece urges warm gestures this winter and Valentine’s Day to comfort loved ones and oneself. It emphasizes simple acts like a kind note, a moment of help, or time shared over costly gifts, noting love grows from thought and self-love. ANN McCULLION wood and readers are acknowledged.
Venice High School student government lauds local leaders and organizations for their support of a January 24 street dance in the Venice municipal lot. About 200 students attended despite cold weather, with no discipline issues and strong turnout from Sertoma Club, Kiwanis, Venice Jaycees, Rotary, American Legion, and city officials led by Dale Reith and Gary Bennet. Police officers donated time and electrical help from Larry Heath aided the event.
A sports column questions the bias toward football in local high schools while girls’ basketball teams excel and boys lag, urging officials to overhaul the boys’ program and boost summer play and camps to develop male hoop talent. The piece cites Lemon Bay and Venice as examples and contrasts with the success of girls’ teams and 3A competition.
A lunchtime visit to a new blue themed European style restaurant yields mixed impressions. The service is brisk but occasionally indifferent, the menu features knockwurst and sauerkraut with tempting dinner options hinted. The reviewer notes decor contrasts, crowded tables, and a $13 lunch for two with room to improve.
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