Almanac facts for October 30 and notable birthdays
Almanac entries note the 2011 date as day 300 of the year and autumn’s 35th day. It lists historical events such as the Federalist Papers first appearing in 1787 and NYC subway opening in 1904, plus notable births like James Cook and Theodore Roosevelt. It also recalls the 2004 Red Sox World Series title and Cook’s health measures aboard ships.
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New York City
James Cook
Theodore Roosevelt
U.S
Dylan Thomas
Roy Lichtenstein
Ruby Dee
Sylvia Plath
John Cleese
Carrie Snodgrass
Fran
Lebowitz
Roberto Benigni
Matt Drudge
Boston Red Sox
New Zealand
Cook
New Moon
Occupy Wall Street earns unlikely defense from columnist
Daniel Akst, Newsday columnist, argues middle class grievances fuel Occupy Wall Street and similar protests while criticizing policy makers, banks, and health care politics. He notes rising student debt, home losses, and bank bailouts, praising peaceful protesters for voicing rage at systemic imbalances. Trudy Rubin did not file a column this week.
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Congress
Barack Obama
Congressional Republicans
Jane
Joe Sixpack
Florida
Herman Cain
Lower Manhattan
Birkenstocks
Occupy Wall Street
Trudy Rubin
Costume chaos and parental Halloween battles
A nostalgic essay on Halloween costume pressure from parents who chase perfect outfits for kids. The author recalls past rivalries, reckless creativity, and moments of chaos, admitting missteps while urging younger parents to savor the magic before it fades. The piece ends with a reflective moment about involving a seasoned colleague in costume efforts.
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America
Count Dracula
Halloween memories and family costumes from Connie Schultz
In a vivid reminiscence, Connie Schultz recalls Halloween costumes from her newsroom days. She describes dressing a reporter in tights as leopard spots, a mother sewing a Mrs. Doubtfire look, and a child’s life size U S Postal Service mailbox costume. She notes the humor and guilt of parenting while chasing bylines.
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Lou
Doubtfire
Winnie
U.S. Postal Service
America
Letters to the Editor Endorsements Spur Local Issue Debate
Amherst resident Matthew W. Nahorn urges yes votes on Issues 2 and 3 citing public sector reform and taxpayer fairness. Karl Guenther of Sheffield Lake endorses Dennis Bring for mayor, praising leadership and fiscal vision amid city challenges.
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Ohio
Chronicle-Telegram
the Plain Dealer
Sheffield Lake
Gary Mingee
Dennis Bring
Bring
Karl Guenther
Sheffield
Letters to the editor guidelines from The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram outlines submission rules for letters to the editor. Letters must be 250 words or fewer and include signature full address and phone number. Election related letters are no longer accepted. Submissions by mail fax or email to the Editorial Page Editor are provided.
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Chronicle-Telegram
the Chronicle- Telegram
Elyria
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Almanac
Doonesbury
Ader
Garry Trudeau
Wall Street
Jamie Dimon
JP Morgan Chase
Wal-Mart
Daniel Aest
Daniel Akst
Newsday
Penguin Press
Rawl
Connie Schultz
Parade Magazine
Sherrod Brown
U.S. Senate
Con.schultz
Yahoo
Oakland
Cleveland Browns
Browns
Dave Sprague Elyria
Ing
Matthew W. Nahorn
Amherst
Letters
Chroniclet.com
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