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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 2012
Page
14
In memory of Neil Armstrong who died at 82, the first man on the moon described himself as a white socks nerdy engineer. His brief step on July 20 1969 sparked a historic leap for mankind and reflected his humble view of achievement.
A reader letter from Bob and Kathy Walter of Amherst Township argues against proposed tax increases to fund schools and sewer rate hikes in Lorain County. They note hidden valley homes and 2000 voters, urge petitions, and share contact details for Amherst Township trustees. The page also includes opinions on AARP and a vote for Obama with references to FDR and historic social programs.
Washington observers note both parties claim to defend the middle class though the idea of “saving” it is debated as impractical. Pew data show most Americans identify as middle class despite wealth losses from the recession, with rising inequality and debt pressures challenging the path to economic security.
On this date in 1917 ten suffragettes were arrested for White House picketing and in 1963 the March on Washington drew massive civil rights crowds. Birthdays include Goethe Tolstoy Bettelheim OConnor Gazzara Piniella Black Priestley Rimes and others. Moon phase notes follow, with August dates referenced.
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