Spec business as usual despite Gore reform talk
The piece notes strong Capitol Hill resistance to Gore's government reinvention plan. It cites Forest Service reforms in Ochoco National Forest that cut budgets and raised productivity, later reversed by Congress. Rep. John Conyers and committees hinder agency spending control as lawmakers preserve their own budgets and power.
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Editorial Page Invite Readers to Share Reactions
The Chronicle-Telegram presents opinions in editorials guest pieces and cartoons to provoke reader discussion and invites letters to the editor for input.
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Tax Credit Abuse Risks With Earned Income Credit
A reader letter warns the Earned Income Tax Credit could invite abuse as filers misstate status to gain credits. Patrick Kissane describes cases in New York City where married couples claim head of household and nonresident fathers claim dependents to maximize refunds, urging safeguards against double dipping.
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Patrick Kissane
Washington Heights
New York City
Clinton
Scripps Howard
Elyria Council backs tax issues 16 and 17 in election
Elyria City Council urges voters to approve Issues 16 and 17 in the November election. Issue 16 would permanently continue a 0.5 percent income tax, funding about 20 percent of the general fund and supporting police, fire, courts, and 25 city departments. Issue 17 seeks a five year 2 mill real estate levy to improve parks North South East West and Cascade. The council attributes financial stability and quality of life to passage, citing the entire council’s signatures.
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Elyria
East
West
Cascade
Amherst council earns strong support for station levy and upgrades
Amherst Mayor John Jaworski and the administration receive praise from Amherst Council and citizens for improving the city water sewer and street facilities. The report notes concurrent progress in Amherst schools and infrastructure enhancements.
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Amherst
John Jaworski
Amherst Council
Amherst voters urged to back Issue 4 police station levy
Amherst residents urge support for Issue 4 on the November ballot to fund a new police station. They argue the current basement offices and unsecured holding areas jeopardize safety and urge preservation of the city’s quiet atmosphere amid rapid growth and development.
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Amherst
Citizens Committee
Collins, Rimer
Gordon
Timplore Amherst
County offices should stay in county seat
A reader urges preserving Elyria as Lorain County’s designated seat to ensure centralized government. They condemn neglect of Cascade Park and slow moves to disperse county offices, advocating a return of all offices to the county seat for fairness and fiscal efficiency.
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Lorain County
Elyria
Cascade Park
HCT Corp
HCT Corp. 1
Comparative street photos show Elyria’s changing face
The Chronicle-Telegram note compares Cleveland Street and East Broad Street, contrasting past vibrant storefronts and theaters with today’s parking lots, empty shops, taverns, and drinking drivers, describing the scene as shocking and tragic for Elyria’s residents.
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East Broad Street
Chronicle-Telegram
Elyria
Letters to the Editor Rules at The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram invites letters to the editor and notes they may edit for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full home address and telephone number. Mail to Editorial Page Editor Elyria Ohio Box 4010 44036 or fax 929-7272 or email macronel freenet.borain oberlin.edu
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Edu
Shake-up of educational system long overdue
Cal Thomas argues for educational choice in California and nationally, citing a failing public system. He notes a senior ethics major unable to articulate her own values and highlights proposals to expand school options, voucher-like funding, and charter schools supported by business leaders.
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Lamar Alexander
Americans For School Choice
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Sweden
Cal Thomas
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