United Way campaign hits 101 percent of goal in Lorain County
The United Way in Lorain County surpassed its $3.83 million goal by pledges reaching 101.4 percent, exceeding last year by 4.1 percent. Campaign chairman John D. Beckett credited volunteers across plants, factories, hospitals, offices and schools, with 1,300 donor visits. Executive Director Gerald Skully emphasized firsthand agency work and continued loyalty among donors as four in ten wage earners pledged.
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Editorial page encourages reader opinions and letters
The Chronicle Telegram explains that opinions on the page include editorials guest pieces and cartoons meant to challenge readers to form views and invites letters to the editor sharing thoughts and opinions.
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Go Back to Basics on Government Fears and Bills
A reader comments on Arden Wilson's New World Order piece, noting Congress has introduced bills hinting at a New World Order style government. The writer agrees some militia groups seem extreme yet argues many seek constitutional reform and less government waste, fearing threats to rights and liberties.
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New Era Calls for Strong Ties With People of Nation
A plea urges redefining the bond between government and citizens by returning to core strengths, eliminating waste and unfair taxation, and ending widespread political nonsense. The speaker warns that without timely actions, the country could cease to exist as we know it.
Home of the Holidays Opens Elyria Christmas Revue
Elyria Summer Theater kicks off holidays with a Christmas musical revue called Home of the Holidays at Myra High School Auditorium. The show blends traditional and modern music in a family friendly Christmas party setting, a welcome change from its usual summer lineup at EHS, home since 1973.
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Christmas Harmony Fills 1100 Seats for Holiday Kickoff
Brady, former ESTA president, invites families to a double holiday weekend featuring a music filled kickoff and Ely Square Festival of Lights Celebration. The event promises merry, bright memories as communities welcome December with festive joy.
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Race for president reshaped by outsiders and old loyalties
In a ran review of 1996 politics, the piece critiques Bob Dole Newt Gingrich and third party hopes like Perot and Powell while praising or lampooning others. It argues outsiders offer purity but lack coherence, and notes Clinton's improving standing as Reno of Newsday writes.
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Congress must demand a Bosnia timetable for peace
Cal Thomas analyzes President Clinton's Bosnia policy, arguing for a firm timetable and clear congressional mandates. He contrasts past U.S. wars, warns against open-ended intervention, and stresses accountability, public support, and the potential political costs if Bosnia fails. He cites McGovern and Wolfowitz Feith on timelines.
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