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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1982
Page
4
Burton Lawless of Charlotte County, once a pro football star, was crushed by a 2500 pound farm machine and paralyzed. Six months later he walks, today he jogs, with doctors calling the recovery amazing and many dubbing it a miracle.
The newspaper invites readers to send signed letters up to 200 words and include complete address and phone number. Copyrighted poetry is not accepted. All letters must be signed and mailed to Letters to the Editor P O Box 1028 Venice Florida 33595.
Dr. E Robert Charle, Venice United Church of Christ minister, denounces repeated desecration of church parking spaces during Sabbath. Unknown individuals distributed Right to Life material and a diet plan flyer on windshields, prompting threats to involve church attorneys for trespass if it continues.
The Sarasota Board of County Commissioners begins its term with two new members. The public expects clear reception of the November vote on growth, MacArthur tract, Apoxsee issues, and credible service. Voters hope rivals yield to facing tough tasks with humility.
Venice East Golf Association seeks to purchase the Venice East Golf Course to deter housing development and protect property values. Homeowners cite the course as a valuable open space and a premier local amenity for golfers and the community.
A reflective column roots out myths from life and medicine, from toilet paper scares to Old Wives Tales. It mocks hoaxes, cites Johnny Carson fame, and recalls a seven month pregnant joke, urging readers to doubt flimsy claims and question folklore.
A pasted memo presents mock Dear Abby style notes from a city manager, an aging town resident, an unemployed single, and an enclaver. The letters touch on sewer plant funding, public backlash, adult entertainment optics, marriage incentives, and annexation politics with blunt, satirical replies.
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