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Newspaper
Sun Journal
Location
New Bern, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1994
Page
9
A column by Chicago Tribune's Joan Beck lists witty, practical corollaries to Becks laws. It notes that nature abhors empty closets and maxed out credit, vacation weather curses, constant worry about money, rising government costs, and rapid tech obsolescence. It concludes with a nod to Beck as a Chicago Tribune columnist.
A compact list riffs on Becks Laws noting money worries, government cost overruns, and TV clutter. It argues that more choices dilute appeal, tastes worsen with time, and homes seem cleaner elsewhere while child care expands with available time. It links bad behavior to social decline.
Editor laments dictatorial annexation, cites Beverly Purdue of Trent Woods, and argues residents should decide local government by referendum. Fox Hollow residents lost county services, connected to Trent Woods with no added benefits, while tax-base concerns rise.
Send letters to Forum Sun Journal P O Box 1149 New Bern North Carolina 28563. Include signature address and telephone for editor's reference. Fax number is 638 4664. Letters under 300 words preferred. longer ones may be abridged. Anonymous or third party letters will not be used.
A reader rebuts Brad Burdie's Aug 31 letter claiming Clinton's 1992 victory involved devil Worshipers. The writer defends Christians and critiques political figures, noting Bush era excesses and hypocrisy, urging civil discourse and condemning hate.
Kirby R. Braxton of Vanceboro writes about his disdain for the Global Transpark GTP license plates. He argues the program imposes taxes and fees, labeling plates with a government trashy policy instead of a public good. The editor notes the state later allows GTP tags to be returned without charge.
The piece criticizes the Transpork push for the Kinston Jetport as heavy on PR and public money, likening it to Kennedy mythmaking. It questions private funding promises and media inquiries while noting environmental and financial infeasibility.
The piece uses wit to critique Saddam Hussein's liquor ban in Iraq, noting Coca Cola replacements and questions who may still sell alcohol. It humorously contrasts Puritan views with modern enforcement, hinting at Christians allowed to sell liquor and poking at bootlegger legacies.
A citizen-style letter argues against federal socialization of health care and disputes the living constitution concept. It contrasts a strict reading with a flexible approach, urging individual choice over mandates and noting the economic burden of health insurance on young workers. It ends advocating personal responsibility and freedom from collective burden.
Walter Williams columnist asks if federal agencies are allowed to use military assault weapons against citizens. He urges voters to demand clear answers on safety and civilian access to such arms, framing it as a test of government restraint.
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