Benn’s five questions for power and a creed for regulators
Editorial reflects on Anthony Benn’s five questions for elected leaders and extends the challenge to appointees and civil servants. It argues power tempts arrogance in all public roles and urges a regulators’ creed to prohibit enforcing rules that yield blatant injustice, praising Gore’s reinventing government effort.
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Thief steals pumpkin from porch as owner vents anger
I raised my own pumpkins this year and sat them on my porch. Someone took one and I am angry. The pumpkin was beginning to rot with a soft bottom, making the theft seem even more odd.
Elyria Firefighters Stem to Tour Guides in Town Visit
A detailed family visit from Palm Springs brought together Elyria's firefighters and relatives including a California detective and a Bank of America executive. The tour highlighted local firehouse life and community outreach during the summer.
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Firefighters Impress Visitors With Station Tour
A letter praising Elyria Station One firefighters, led by Dave Hribal, for a friendly tour that impressed visiting California relatives. Tom Johnson donated a used T-shirt, and the family pledged to send California firefighter gear. The writer notes short-handed stations and commends the department’s professional conduct.
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Letters to the Editor Policy at The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram outlines how to submit letters including requirement for signatures full home address and phone number. It provides mailing address and options for fax or email submission and notes letters may be edited for brevity accuracy and clarity.
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Diminishing returns of explicitness in cultural revival signs
Cal Thomas cites a New York Times review noting the diminishing returns of explicitness as a potential sign of cultural renewal. The piece surveys media, politics, religion, and moral discourse, highlighting calls for accountability and ethical values amid liberal and conservative tensions.
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Family hour idea hurts Beavis and Butt-head fans
Clarence Page critiques TV's impact on youth in a column arguing for parental vigilance over media violence. He cites Beavis and Butt-head and The Program to illustrate how shows influence children, notes political pressure, and questions government intervention while urging active parenting.
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