Classified Ads as Language Laboratory for Students
An essay argues using newspaper classifieds to teach practical English. It notes patterns in auto and housing ads, such as loaded meaning many extras and creampuff fading, and offers examples of phrases and translations to illustrate real world usage.
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Ralph Waldo Emerson
Boondocks
Ondocks
Radical plan targets public housing reform in DC
H R Crawford, newly installed DC Council member and ex HUD official under Nixon, urges drastic changes to public housing. He proposes downsizing many worst units, selling 200 of 500 units to responsible tenants, and rebuilding with low cost townhouses and condominiums while writing down property costs for developers. He admits details remain, and waiting lists won’t shrink, but argues reforms hinge on incentives and role models to curb abuse and raise self-pride.
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H.R. Crawford
District of Columbia City Council
Crawford
Grandparents as a natural resource for modern families
A Washington writer reflects on spending summer with three generations and finds grandparents act as essential buffers and connectors. The piece argues that despite mobility and social strain, close grandparent involvement can ease parenting, rebuild family ties, and show that multi generational living can renew the sense of family in America.
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Washington
Grandma's Condo
Disney World
A note from the other side on air traffic control strike
The reader argues that FAA benefits such as 40 percent medical coverage and life insurance show worker dedication. They describe tough hiring, long training, and heavy shift work, noting the public’s mixed reaction but urging understanding for controllers.
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FAA
Drop-off report on four kittens on Whitehead Road
A owner reports four kittens dropped on Whitehead Road. Two kittens later killed crossing the street. two black kittens remain at the owner’s home. The owner has three dogs reacting to the newcomers and urges responsible pet ownership including spaying or neutering.
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Whitehead Road
Clarification on General Control in Lorain County funding
Readers asked that the Chronicle-Telegram correct wording in Aug 7 1981 coverage on Lorain County school funding. They argue general control means more than administrative costs, including election expenses, legal fees, data processing, testing, counselors, and contracted services.
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Lorain County
Fred McGonagle
Auto tax coming up in Ohio sparks inspection debate
The Chronicle-Telegram urges caution as proposed auto tax and mandatory yearly inspections loom. It argues fees should cover safety items such as glass and brakes, not vehicle appearance, and accuses car dealers of promoting broad inspections to boost sales.
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Amherst
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