Almanac highlights from April 29 2010 history and birthdays
On this date in history Joan of Arc relieved Orleans in 1429 and New Orleans fell to Union forces in 1862. Birthdays include Seinfeld Day-Lewis Pfeiffer Agassi Thurman and Cheney quotes. Moon phase notes and sports facts round out this daily almanac snapshot.
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Thomas Beecham
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Roger Clemens
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Welcome to the 21st century Kevin Keller joins Archie world
Leonard Pitts argues Riverdale’s first openly gay teen marks a watershed moment for Archie Comics and mainstream acceptance. He notes reactions on CNN and Salon and frames Keller’s debut as progress toward full gay citizenship beyond token status.
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Riverdale High
Vote Yes on Issue 5 to Save Elyria Schools
Local residents urge passage of Issue 5 a 4.99 mill emergency levy to prevent cuts to teaching staff programs and extracurriculars in Elyria Schools. Letters from Kimberly S Simons Lisa Getty Charlene Hartley and Elizabeth Gawen stress funding needed to maintain quality education and community vitality ahead of May 4 election.
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Lisa Getty
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Charlene Hartley
Elizabeth Gawen Elyria
Elyria votes on Issue 5 emergency levy for schools
A letter supporting the 4.99 mill emergency operating levy for Elyria Schools notes the district has cut over 21 million since 2003, including closing four schools and 150 positions. Passage would fund academics, keep class sizes manageable and preserve art music and sports.
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Vote Jose Candelario for state representative
A voter voices support for Jose Candelario as a strong candidate for state representative. The writer cites professional and personal experience and notes his former role as director of the board.
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Vote for Jose Candelario and supportive levy in Elyria
Readers urged to back Jose Candelario for state representative and approve Issue 5 the 4.99 mill five year emergency operating levy for Elyria Schools. The letter highlights school funding benefits, teacher quality, student opportunities and district budget actions since 2003. Brinda of the Elyria Board of Education signs the appeal.
Elyria residents urge yes on Issue 5 for schools
Local parents and a teacher, Kristina Francisco and Kimberly Arosi, join Vandemark Jewelers president to urge voters to approve Issue 5. They cite strong programs, small classes, and community benefits, warning against losing valued school services if the measure fails.
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Elyria
Kristina Francisco Elyria
Vic Stewart Urged as Lorain County Commissioner Candidate
Readers urge Vic Stewart Elyria City Council member to advocate at the county level amid budget cuts and staffing concerns. Support cites Stewart s experience and calls for informed county decisions to guide Lorain County. The letter also references past landfill and waste management debates and honors for a K 9 officer Drago of the Lorain County Sheriff s Office.
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Vic Stewart
Elyria
Helen Schremp
Sheffield Lake
Lorain County Solid Waste
Allied Waste
Allied
Cleveland
Jon T. Bainbridge
Lorain
Ramos for Statehouse: Dan Ramos Proven Leader for 56th
A voter letter urges Dan Ramos as the clear choice for state representative in the 56th District. It claims his years at the Statehouse under Rep. Joe Koziura and Speaker Armand Budish give him superior experience and fresh ideas to advance the region. A young Columbia Station resident also backs Issue 22, praising the library and asking a yes vote.
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Deadline for May 4 primary letters passes
The Chronicle-Telegram notes the deadline to submit letters to the editor has passed for the May 4 primary. Letters received before the cutoff will be published through Election Day. The paper invites letters up to 250 words and requires a signature, full address and phone number with submission by mail fax or email.
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