Farm bill debate faces $18 billion budget impact in 1985
Congress weighs reauthorization as subsidies rise and target prices push costs up by at least $25 billion over five years. Amid improved farm income and lower surpluses, critics urge gradual price declines and targeted aid to cut subsidies by up to $1 billion annually, offsetting deficit pressures.
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Recycling plastics and composting curb waste changes
The author argues reg plastic versus biodegradable plastic matters little if recycling and reuse improve. Emphasizes composting to reduce landfill waste and cites Kansas City planning a recycling fee on April 3. Aims for cities to cut 25 to 50 percent of trash by better programs and fewer grass clippings.
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Downtown Wellington clash over parking and growth
A Wellington reader condemns village plans that would cut 11 prime parking spaces and hinder downtown business. He cites anti-business sentiment, unaddressed questions, and calls for reconsideration by the council and CIC. The letter urges focus on senior citizens who favor downtown parking and trusted service.
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Elyria
Amherst resident urges broader political information in CT paper
Joyce Fowell of Amherst asks the CT to publish full candidate lists and create an issues column. She proposes brief descriptions of each bill passed by Congress and the Ohio Legislature, plus local legislators' voting records to better inform voters and spur accountability.
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Chronicle Telegram Letters to Editor Address and Fax
The Chronicle Telegram invites letters to the editor with editing for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full address and telephone number and mail to Editorial Page Editor Chronicle Telegram Box 4019 Elyria 44036 or fax to 329 7187.
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Bush pressures Israel over West Bank brutality and peace delay
President Bush signals tough stance to Israel amid Gaza and West Bank violence, urging government formation, urging opening Palestinian universities, halting detentions, and delaying aid for Soviet Jewish immigrants until assurances. Congressional action seeks end to killings and broader access.
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George Bush
Mubarak
Sarah Roy
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Center For International Studies
Gaza
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