Editorial: Brothers or fools? A house divided in America
The essay contrasts Lincoln's warning with modern racial divides highlighted by the OJ verdict and economic disparities. It notes African American income, poverty, and net worth gaps, critiques Farrakhan, and cites Clinton's call to unite. It urges daily efforts to reduce racism and build communal responsibility.
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Abraham Lincoln
America
Nation of Islam
Louis Farrakhan
Farrakhan
Washington
Martin Luther King
United States Tops World Economic Forum Ranking
The United States is described as the most competitive economy globally and best positioned to weather a recession. The Geneva based report cites Singapore and Hong Kong ahead of Japan, with Nordic and Western European countries trailing. The piece notes potential issues in civil liberties and political shifts that could affect future vitality.
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United States
Singapore
Hong Kong
China
Elect Deanna Hill mayor of North Ridgeville
The speaker criticizes current leadership and six years of in house political fights. They note poor services, few streets paved, high bills, and failed tax abatements. They urge voters to elect Deanna Hill to replace Gardner or Bruener and lead the city forward.
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North Ridgeville
Gardner
Bruener
Deanna Hill
Superior's bad call for August 1992 disposal plan
The account describes Frank Cottos seeking approval from his supervisor and then utilities directors before disposing of an old tank. A return call from John Ryba or Rybarczyk confirmed the plan to cut and store the tank. After Rybarczyk’s retirement, Robert DeSantis continued the practice, but Cottos was later made scapegoat for his superiors' misjudgment.
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Frank Cottos
Utilities
John Rybarczyk
Frank
John
Joe Casteel
Frank Cottes
Robert DeSantis
Letters to the Editor on School Levy Spending
A reader condemns free spending on school levies. They question currency of funds and where money goes, accusing bureaucracy of greed and urging skepticism toward tax increases and open wallets. The tone is sharp and concerned about financial accountability.
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James Brown
Children Services Needs Your Vote And Support
A former caseworker and supervisor recalls long service in Children Services, detailing foster care and adoption processes, reference checks, home visits, and an adoption hearing. The speaker urges public support rather than criticism for the agency and notes its broader services for abuse, neglect, and medical needs.
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Children Services
Vote for Midge OConnor Carmon Carlisle Township Clerk
Letter of support from Carmon ally praising Midge OConnor Carmon for Carlisle Township clerk. Mentions shared schooling, volunteer work, church and school activities, good work habits and organizational skills. Urges turnout on November 7 to elect her.
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Tom
Midge O'Connor Carmon
Carlisle Township
GOP medical plans handcuff seniors
A reader argues that Republican proposals threaten Medicare and Medicaid, pushing seniors toward restricted plans like Kaiser or HMOs. The letter questions the benefits of tax cuts for seniors with children and urges independent thinking at the polls while criticizing Sen. Bob Dole.
Letters to the editor guidelines from The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram invites letters to the editor with editing for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full home address and telephone number. Mail to Editorial Page Editor Chronicle Telegram Box 4010 Elyria 44036 Fax 329 7272 Or email macronel reenetborain oberlin.edu
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Chronicle-Telegram
Mai
Elyna
Macronel
Oberlin
Edu
Florida Sunshine and the Odd Charm of a Hot Climate
Charley Reese of the Orlando Sentinel rants about Florida heat, humidity, and the constant threat of storms. He jokes that autumn arrives only when mid 80s spark a cool spell, mocks tourists chasing milder climates, and notes that air conditioning reshapes Florida life and gullibility.
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Florida
Power Company
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Yankees
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Washington Post
Kaiser Family Foundation
Harvard University
Clinton
University of Texas At Austin
House
Geneva
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World Economic Forum
International Institute For Management Development
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