Cheryl Atkinson departs Lorain Schools amid praise and doubt
Cheryl Atkinson leaves as Lorain superintendent amid stamps of praise and questions about progress. The district, once rated poor with a D grade, shows mixed signals as 10th grade testing declines and tax support remains elusive. Atkinson eyes other big districts while Lorain faces budget and voter tax pressures.
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Elvis Presley Death Noted in Historic Timeline
The history roundup recalls Elvis Presley dying in 1977 at age 42. It also marks Lincoln's 1861 embargo on trade with secessionist states and Jose Padilla’s 2007 conspiracy conviction. Birth anniversaries include T. E. Lawrence Ann Blyth Charles Bukowski and Frank Gifford.
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Elvis Presley
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Charles Bukowski
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Baseball tragedy marks first MLB fatal pitch incident
In 1920, Cleveland Indians shortstop Ray Chapman was struck on the head by a pitched ball. He died 12 hours after the incident, becoming the first major league player to die from a pitched ball. The report also notes the period between the full moon on August 13 and the last quarter moon on August 211.
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Kathie Lee Gifford
James Cameron
Madonna
Steve Carell
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Capitol Hill bickering and budget crisis sparking dismay
Readers vent about political grandstanding on Capitol Hill during the budget stalemate. The letter criticizes Obama and lawmakers for self interest, notes Gabrielle Giffords’ recovery, warns of no lasting solution, and contrasts U S policy with England’s riots and gun rights.
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Letters to the Editor Guidelines for The Chronicle Telegraph
The Chronicle Telegram outlines editorial letter guidelines. Letters should be 250 words or fewer and may include a signature and contact details for verification. Submissions are accepted by mail fax or email with attention to the Editorial Page Editor.
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A 10-step program to fix the budget and deficits
Robert J. Samuelson outlines a decade long plan to balance the budget and curb deficits. He argues for spending cuts, reform of Social Security and Medicare, lower tax rates with fewer breaks, energy taxes, and gradual changes to minimize economic disruption.
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