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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1978
Page
2
In November 1970 the author survived a heart attack and a 12 hour operation followed by a 16 day ICU stay. He recalls nightmares, a coughing machine, and a pneumonia battle that masked the moment he returned to normal life on Thanksgiving. Since then every day feels like Thanksgiving.
The writer recalls 1976 belief that Ford could not win re election due to the Nixon pardon. Betty Ford says Nixon’s pardon hurt Gerald Ford and popular support plummeted. The piece weighs Nixon’s possible comeback and the 1980 GOP field including Reagan and Connally, and cautions Democrats may gain.
B L Newton notes Plymouth Rock as a celebrated symbol in Saintss and Strangers. George F Willison comments on Pilgrim fathers inspiring Americans with heroic devotion to a high ideal. A copy exists in the Venice Area Public Library. Use your library.
A reader argues the Bible defines being born again as the path to Heaven and warns Hell awaits all, urging conviction by the Holy Spirit, repentance, and surrender to Jesus as Lord. The letter emphasizes that true change follows faith and that self-righteousness may hinder conviction.
A Venice City Council grant of 500 to State Attorney James Gardner sparks criticism over his environmental enforcement plan. Critics note lack of mention of Sarasota County agencies and warn the money may be used to aid a volunteer watchdog structure, not pursue prosecutions, while questioning the council’s handling of local environmental facilities and waste water plans.
Richard Pope of Sarasota writes that while schools must discipline students, expulsion risks lifelong harm to a youth. He urges safeguard of rights and discretion, warning against harsh punishments that derail future education and American prospects.
A local resident objects to the front page piece on Theen Construction published Nov 9, citing 18 years in the area and ownership of a local business. The letter argues for balanced coverage and requests consideration of additional perspectives in the report.
A letter from Carter E. Roth of Laurel critiques a front page feature and questions reporting bias in the construction industry. He argues the U N should lead on human rights and defends longtime builders against smears and sensationalism.
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