Local Drug Smuggler Flees FBI
Local drug smuggler flees FBI custody in a pursuit that spans multiple blocks. Authorities advise caution as the suspect remains at large and investigators pursue leads.
03 May 1980
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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1980
Page
1
Local drug smuggler flees FBI custody in a pursuit that spans multiple blocks. Authorities advise caution as the suspect remains at large and investigators pursue leads.
A review on page 19 discusses an entertainment piece titled Murder at Howard Johnsons. It analyzes cast performances and production choices, noting tone, pacing, and potential appeal to viewers seeking mystery spoofs.
Community brief notes police reports of drug related arrests at VHS and VJHS with details on page 22.
The page highlights fishing themes with yarns and accompanying photographs. It sketches patterns, tackle tips, and stories from avid anglers across various locales. Readers gain visuals of gear and scenes from the water, plus brief captions.
VHS seniors won top honors in a business news segment highlighted on page 11. Winners earned recognition for exemplary projects and entrepreneurial skill within the school program.
A Babe Ruth dinner is scheduled for Saturday with event details on page 13. The gathering features sports figures and local fans may attend to celebrate the baseball icon.
Coupon feature highlights savings available in Walgreens today with a focus on discounts and deal highlights. Readers are directed to in-store and online offers featuring reduced prices on common household items and health products.
Venice announces the Black Stallion premiere with two showings on June 5 at Woolco plaza theater. Walter Farley will attend. 6:30 pm for students with tickets via Joan Ewing and local schools, 9 pm for adults with tickets through Count Cornwell.
Venice High School will host its annual Awards Night on Monday May 19 at 8 p.m. in the Venice Campus Auditorium. NHS chapter sponsors the event and recognizes students with strong academic performance. Organizations or individuals wishing to participate should contact Mrs. Carter at 488-6726 with award details and presentation contacts.
The Sarasota Manatee Area Transportation Study outlines a Year 2000 plan to meet growth from 255,000 in 1973 to about 636,000, with 41 miles of freeways 269 miles of arterials and 30 miles of collectors. It predicts a 180 percent rise in vehicular traffic and 510 percent rise in transit use, with buses on streets and increased trips per person.
The Venice Nokomis Broadcasting Corp seeks FCC approval to convert WAMR AM from daylight to 24 hour operation. With higher power from 500 watts to 5000 watts day and 1000 watts night, they plan three new towers and extended programming beyond the Ft Myers area, while FM remains unchanged. The Rhodeses anticipate bank support but expect no financing problems.
Venice city manager and building official received subpoenas for deposition in the State v Hofmann suit against Harbor Lights Mobilities. Each was paid a $5.60 witness fee and ordered to bring planning maps permits and related records to Sarasota County Court. Depositions to be held in Venice if possible per city attorney.
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