Police Harvest Hidden Marijuana Crop
Police uncover a concealed marijuana crop during a routine patrol. Investigators seized the plants and are reviewing nearby property for additional evidence. No arrests were announced at press time.
30 Oct 1980
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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1980
Page
1
Police uncover a concealed marijuana crop during a routine patrol. Investigators seized the plants and are reviewing nearby property for additional evidence. No arrests were announced at press time.
Venice organizers announce a homecoming sports weekend this Saturday and Sunday. The feature highlights planned events, venues, and participating teams with page 33 providing full details and schedules.
Venice Public Works spokesman says two left turn lanes will be added at the west end of the East Venice Avenue bridge. The improvement aims to ease bottlenecks when heavy traffic moves westbound across the span, with work ongoing Tuesday.
In a brief meeting Venice City Council unanimously passed a controversial ordinance banning exposure of private parts in establishments serving alcohol. Public turnout was large yet few exhibits were admissible. Rev Don Struble spoke in support noting moral tone and crowd backing, while clergy attendance included nonresidents. The measure, introduced by Councilman Kalajian and seconded by Caffrey, awaits continuation on page 4.
Police chief Ray Waymire reports larcenies up about 24 percent in the first half of the year versus last year, while street crimes such as purse snatchings, muggings and rape are not up. Auto thefts doubled, but beach warnings reduced incidents. break ins rose slightly with prosecutions lagging, and no murders or manslaughters occurred. Four officers completed academy training ahead of winter arrivals.
State and county officials urged higher priority for the 5380 acre Oaks tract on the Palmer Estate in Osprey at a Tampa public hearing. Environmentalists cite ecological, historical value and Indian mound significance as the state weighs 21 parcels for potential purchase.
Venice residents Mr and Mrs Robert D Mahon own the golden blooming peltophorum pterocarpum at 418 Gulf St. The Division of Forestry named it Florida’s largest of its species after their tip led to an inspection. The Mahons acquired the home three years ago at the corner of Gulf and Ravenna Streets.
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