Change and fear color South Africa election reflections
The author returns after eight years to Pietermaritzburg amid whites only elections. They observe three white witnesses to women cutting grass, describe fear driving white voters toward the National Party, and note a rare minority of English speakers pushing for integration. The piece contrasts cautious liberalism with pressure to emigrate, and foresees a longer, harder struggle to end apartheid.
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Working Teens Can Restore Pride and Focus
A San Mateo mother frets that a 17-year-old son should not work for $5.15 an hour lest grades suffer. Ann Landers backs mom, fearing school work will dip. The columnist argues a part-time job may boost self-worth, discipline, and even grades, while acknowledging risks and warning against overdoing it.
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Family Crisis Center
Junior
Ann Landers
Endorsement of Rev. Allen on TV evangelists and gospel truth
A Chronicle-Telegram reader backs Rev. Larry G. Allen against TV evangelists describing them as entertainers and promoting a “get rich” gospel. The letter urges joining Bible believing local churches, funding missions, and avoiding counterfeit gospel to reach others and avoid eternal judgment.
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Contempt case sparks public clash over prosecuting attorney
Paul Driver of Elyria commends Greg White for prevailing in a contempt charge by Judge Joseph Cirigliano while accusing Cirigliano and county officials of bias and wasteful spending. He questions officials' motives and urges frugality with taxpayer money.
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Auto insurance law severe in Ohio voters warned
Noreen W. Johnson of the Ohio Insurance Institute argues the 1984 financial responsibility law requires self certification when obtaining or renewing a license or plates, not blanket auto insurance. Violators face vehicle impoundment, license suspension for 90 days, and penalties until proof of financial responsibility is filed.
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Thanks a Million to Buddies of Poppy Drive
The Chronicle-Telegram thanks donors who contributed May 21 23 to the Buddy Poppy drive. Proceeds fund poppies and support the VFW Auxiliary Relief Fund for local veterans in need.
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No dump site in Huron County aims for resource recovery
Residents urge opposition to privatized waste disposal and a shift to recycling and resource recovery. They warn 44 Ohio counties will exhaust landfill space within two years and call for convenient recycling centers, bins, and active public involvement to protect the environment for future generations.
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