Legislative views and constituent input in Washington
A Florida senator advocates voting for what is best for the nation while a U S representative emphasizes reflecting voter views through questionnaires. The writer weighs representative independence against constituency input, praising Congressman Bafalis for soliciting opinions and advising joining a strong lobbying group to air views in Washington.
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U.S
Stone
Florida
Senate
Skip” Bafalis
Bafalis
Congress
Senator Stone
Skip Bafalis
Uncle Sam
Washington
Moving Day Trials in the Murphy Household
Mike Murphy recalls a 1980 move with stress and humor. He notes address changes, moving expenses, and the chaos of packing while his wife manages tasks. He jokes about culinary chaos, furniture placement, and his own struggle with the moving ordeal.
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Funny Farm
United
Reno
Opinions Split Over Cable TV Impact on Viewers
Respondents say limited impact on special news and sports viewing. Some rely on HBO and local channels for sports and alternatives. others fear potential misses in popular films and entertainment while prioritizing news and live sports.
Will TV viewing be hit by actors strike
Readers express mixed views on the actors strike affecting television. Some expect more repeats and loss of interest, while others plan to read more or seek non TV entertainment and theaters. A few cite favorites like Dallas and J R Ewing as passions, with some turning to HBO.
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Big Ben
Murphys
Lou
Norah
Leroy Selmon
HBO
Atlanta
Channel 17
Dallas
J. R
Value of Oaks Measured by Vision, Not Price
Letter from J A Buzzelli of Osprey argues Oaks should remain a multi use green belt and wildlife sanctuary. He attacks development pressure, urges open space, low density, a public plan, and possible state funds to preserve the Oaks for current and future health and learning.
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Oaks
Sarasota
Venice
New York City
Central Park
Sarasota County
Earth Planet
Perceve
Historical Ecology Museum
J. A. Buzzelli
Osprey
Public morals letter criticizes male strip show in Venice
A Nokomis reader laments a recent male striptease event for a blue ribbon crowd, arguing it harms public morals and endangers youth. He invokes biblical judgment and questions why so-called champions of morality remain silent while entertainment erodes values.
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Venice
C.A. Harvey Nokomis
Overdue Books Crisis at Venice Library
Venice Area Public Library responds to a Gondolier story on overdue notices noting more than 300 missing books since December amounting to about 3300 dollars. The library vows to improve notices and continue pursuing overdue returns, stressing impact on all borrowers and access to current materials.
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The
Gondolier
Venice Area Public Library
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