I Was in Charge of a Faux Indian World War II Film
A veteran recounts writing and producing a war film about an American Indian in World War II using stock footage and voice over. He admits ignorance about the South Pacific and budgets, notes reliance on library shots, and describes a flawed production ending with scrapped footage and no further assignments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
IBM
Arizona
South Pacific
Europe
Powers That Be
New York
California
Flying Eagle
Venice urged to maintain charm through fair maintenance and lower crime
A letter urges Venice officials to hire adequate staff for housekeeping and maintenance, defend reasonable taxes, and curb seediness to protect the city’s appeal. It argues safety and upkeep prevent higher long term costs and stresses responsible governance. The writer questions quieting ordinances about leaving animals in cars and calls for owner accountability.
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Venice
Riviera
Mervin L. Ransom
Photographer Paul Schmidt Hinted at Dog Left in Car
The brief note questions whether photographer Paul Schmidt made an attempt related to the story about a small white dog left in a car while its owners dined in an air conditioned restaurant.
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Paul Schmidt
Community concern over Venice chamber of commerce membership
Letter writer Howard K. Kenyon argues against allowing a purveyor of adult magazines to join the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce. He contends membership would undermine community standards and moral values, urging the chamber to act for the public good and prevent moral deterioration.
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Venice Area
WACC
America
Chamber
Venice
Howard K. Kenyon Cullowhee
N.C
Simply Sinclair Continues Battle Over Eden Development
The discussion centers on a laymen's government body with appointed power seeking Eden in a neighboring business area. Past missteps have already wiped out Eden, and delays from the planning commission are anticipated. Dale Rieth advocates a professional planner on board, if feasible.
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Eden
Planning Commission
Commission
Dale Rieth
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By Fred Farris
el Jobean
State Road Department
Don Moore
City of
Rge
Alellale Relais
Ed Toe
Storer Cable Communications
Simply Sinclair
Guardex & EZ
Port Charlotte
W. Tamiami Trail
Sears
Venice Ave
Florida
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