Tough on crime Senate bill ups enforcement and penalties
Senate Democrats craft a tougher crime package than the Bush administration proposal adding more federal offenses and broader weapon bans while boosting enforcement. Questions loom over funding for the plan including 2 billion yearly costs and the placement of 1 000 FBI agents 1 000 DEA agents 500 border patrol officers and 480 prosecutors amid prison crowding.
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Demobilization progresses in Nicaragua with Counterturn in arms
In San Pedro Lovago UN and OAS officials destroy surface to air missiles and automatic rifles while President Chamorro declares peace following her February landslide. About 17 000 Contra fighters have surrendered their weapons and desertions shrink the army though full demobilization remains distant.
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Wagner Music store praised as Elyria institution closes
A longtime private piano teacher thanks Wagner Music and Audio for over 50 years of service and dedication to quality music education. The writer wishes the Wagner family well in retirement and commends their community support.
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Elyria Opens First Recycling Bin On East Broad Street
On July 2 Elyria began its future with the opening of its first recycling bin at Rini Rego on East Broad Street. Mayor and city officials attended along with the YWCA Recycling Task Force. The bin operates 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily for glass and metal cans and accepts clear green and amber glass and steel and aluminum cans. It does not handle newspaper or plastic. Cheri Gersak coordinates Elyria YWCA Recycling Task Force.
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Chronicle Telegram Welcomes Letters to the Editor
The Chronicle Telegram invites reader letters to the editor and reserves the right to edit for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full address and telephone number and mail to Editorial Page Editor Chronicle Telegram Box 4010 Elyria 44036 Fax to 329-7187 if available.
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Bush administrations trade talks threaten American farmers
Reese argues that Bush policy favors bankers and foreign producers, risking U.S. farming by increasing Third World imports. He accuses the administration of pursuing exports over free markets, warns of bankruptcy for farmers, and cites energy and manufacturing dependence as part of a broader critique of government aims.
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Kennedy Sununu duel over civil rights quotas tests Bush
The piece describes John Sununu and Senator Edward Kennedy squaring off over a civil rights bill with racial quotas. It notes Sununu shifted positions, prompting Democratic fear and Republican concern as the White House aims to avoid vetoing a bill. The column criticizes Sununu’s style and political calculations ahead of midterm elections.
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