Peru’s military coup tests democracy and Latin hope
The piece questions whether Fujimori or the army triggered Peru’s coup and warns that suspending the constitution and dissolving congress threatens fragile democracy. It cites IMF austerity impact, rising poverty, and the military’s rights record, urging U S pressure and congressional action to restore civilian rule.
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Latin America
Congress
Alberto Fujimori
Shining Path
Fujimori
Washington
U.S
Bush Administration
Venezuela
Seafood Inspection Lapses Threaten U S Health
An opinion warns that about 80 percent of U S seafood goes unscreened and cites FDA tour findings of filth and contamination. Consumer Reports reports worse results with fecal bacteria in up to two fifths of samples. It argues for routine federal inspections of seafood plants and stronger oversight.
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United States
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Sumer Reports
Bush
FDA
Congress
Mary Jo Vasi Addresses Township Tax Claims
Elyria county commissioner Mary Jo Vasi responds to a Chronicle Telegram article quoting her on township residents paying taxes from paychecks. She admits an error and invites readers to discuss issues with her at the Lorain County commissioners office.
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Lorain County
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Renovations Transform Olmsted Falls Schools
Olmsted Falls PTA Council thanks teachers staff volunteers parents and administrators for guiding renovation of the citys primary and intermediate schools amid construction. Marylou Magnone president notes community effort aims to keep learning quality high as braces of bricks and dust settle and prepare students for a tech driven future.
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Olmsted Pta Council
Olmsted Falls
How to Send Letters to the Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram invites readers to submit letters to the editor. Include signature, full address, and telephone number, and mail to Editorial Page Editor, Chronicle Telegram, Box 4010 Elyria 44036. Fax letters to 329-7272 if using a fax machine.
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Chronicle Telegram
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The Elephant to Washington and Other Requests
A letter from Elyria ponders shipping an elephant to Washington by rail, truck, or air, noting costs, collect options, and the curious use of “other.” The writer jokes about political solicitations and recounts sending audits and checks to Roosevelt-era figures, asking readers to resist further “other” appeals while suggesting generosity in similar calls.
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Elyria
Washington
UPS
Roosevelt
Social Security Outfit
Small cities offer balance over growth driven vibrancy
The column argues that slower growth in small cities yields better quality of life. It cites Orazio Micelli in Washington DC and MCI moving 1500 jobs to Colorado Springs to illustrate how rapid growth inflates housing costs and congestion. It suggests smaller cities can attract people with space, mobility, and lower costs while cautioning that growth must be managed to preserve community bonds and local character.
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MCI Communications Corp
America
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MCI
Washington
Colorado Springs
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National Association of Realtors
South
Ken Mufell
Small Towns Institute
Central Washington University
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