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Newspaper
Sun Coast Gondolier
Location
Venice, Florida, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1978
Page
1
Heavy concrete beams numbered 1 through 75 arrive after heavy lifting to form the new overpass over the Myakka River. The scene shows beams hauled through a cleared jungle path as Randall Hicks captured the moment.
The City of Venice earned an AAA safety award, recognized on page 12 for its commitment to public safety standards and community programs. Local officials praised the accreditation as a milestone for regional safety efforts.
Entertainment brief notes a Sailor Circus appearance at Selby Gardens with page 8 reference. It mentions additional items on pages 13 10 and a hospital visit by a couple, plus cross country teams performing at their own invitational.
Venice area public schools project a good year with enrollment near projections. Nokomis Elementary exceeds forecasts by 21 students while Venice High shows 1338 students after 20 days, down from 1352 as some attend the new Lemon Bay school. Junior high staff note a smoother year with 50 fewer seventh graders than last year and expect growth toward Christmas.
Venice moves to sue former consulting engineer William Lindh over alleged defects in a multi million dollar reverse osmosis water plant. Lindh's attorney is reviewing the case and expects comments within a week. An investigation led by Councilman Frank Proctor and others preceded the move. The plant faced problems since operation began.
Michael Corradino and Jane Paul will leave Sun Coast Gondolier to run South East Advertising Inc. starting Oct 1. S.E.A. will operate independently, breaking ties with the Gondolier, with Corradino as owner and operator and Paul as a key veteran.
George Burkholder recalls his early life in Pittsburgh and New York as he shifted from stock brokerage to showbiz. He danced in a 49th Street speakeasy and later appeared as a Bellboy in Ballyhoo with W C Fields, describing the era's hustle and his odd pay.
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