Almanac Highlights and Historical Notes for August 5
August 5 2021 marks the 217th day of the year. Notable birthdays include Guy de Maupassant, Marilyn Monroe's birth name noted, and James Gunn among others. In sports, Pete Rose set NL singles records in 1979. Houdini’s 1926 underwater coffin escape is cited. The moon phase runs between last quarter and new moon.
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Lolo Jones
Norma Jeane Baker
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Pete Rose
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Honus Wagner
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Harry Houdini
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Graham urged to push vaccine mandates and silence disinformation
Washington Post columnist Jennifer Rubin argues that U S Senator Lindsey Graham should press state leaders including Henry McMaster to mandate vaccines for state workers and students and urge Republicans to stress vaccine necessity. She calls for Graham to address misinformation on Fox News and broader media to save lives amid rising COVID-19 cases.
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Stop harassing the unvaccinated says Washington Post columnist
Washington Post columnist Marc Thiessen argues against insults and mandates for the unvaccinated. He cites high vaccination rates, low risk to children, and natural immunity estimates, urging full FDA approval and voluntary vaccination rather than coercive measures. He warns that shaming and mandates may harden opposition and reduce trust.
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Letters to the editor guidelines for The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram invites letters up to 250 words and notes editors may edit for brevity accuracy and taste. Include signature full home address and phone number for verification. MAIL box 4010 Elyria OH 44036 FAX 329 7282 EMAIL letters chroniclet com.
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New Yorks Debates Vaccination Policy and Private Choice
Washington reports on a push to persuade unvaccinated Americans to get shots through incentives. New York Mayor de Blasio unveils Key to NYC, granting indoor access only to those vaccinated, staff and customers alike. Schools and universities weigh renewed mask mandates while unions frame mandates as a false choice.
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Vaccine math and politics fuel delayed return to class
Kathleen Parker notes the paradox of vaccine hesitant teachers and the delta variant complicating return to school. She cites CDC figures on breakthrough illness and recounts Lindsey Graham's COVID-19 case to argue for appealing to the greater good while acknowledging personal freedom debates.
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