Minimum wage fairness questioned for youth and economy
An opinion argues the federal minimum wage, rising from 25 cents to 2.90 by 1980, harms youth employment and inflation. It cites economist Walter Williams and Chamber of Commerce analyst Jack Carlson, urging cancellation or youth-specific rates for 1980 81. The piece contends the wage harms workers and overall national welfare.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
Walter E. Williams
Jack Carlson
Chamber of Commerce of
United States
Federal Reserve Board
G. William Miller
Congress
Medina council blocks reappointment to planning panel
Medina council failed to reappoint Jim Thornburg to the Planning and Zoning Commission citing missing copies of Mayor Eble's proposal. The four-member commission will remain short until the next council meeting after the planning session. The piece notes broader concerns on open meetings and local highway bypass efforts.
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Medina City
Jim Thornburg
Planning and Zoning Commission
Gus Eble
Thornburg
Council
Eble
Planning Commission
Brzezinski Vance Rivalry Shapes Carter Foreign Policy
UPI reports growing friction between Zbigniew Brzezinski and Cyrus Vance as Carter navigates foreign policy. Observers note stronger Vance influence at the State Department and possible presidential memos requiring Vance clearance for policy statements.
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Helen Thomas
UPI
White House
Washington
Zbigniew Brzezinski
Cyrus Vance
State Department
Carter
Vance
Carter Brzezinski Rivalry Shapes Early Reagan Era Foreign Policy
Washington window commentary notes Carter’s adviser Brzezinski shaped policy with arms talks and China opening. Vance played key but smaller role as Brzezinski pushed linkage and detente while China momentum grew. Rivalry between the two surrounded SALT talks and Cambodia developments.
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Vance
Brzezinski
U.S
China
Kremlin
Soviet Union
Washington
Middle East
Phnom Penh
Russia
Farewell to Emma Roepke a Medina neighbor and Baha i Faith member
Letters to the editor recall Emma Roepke as a warm hostess and devoted Baha i Faith follower. The memorial service on January 9 honored her thirty plus years of steadfast belief and service to ill and in need neighbors.
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Emma Roepke
Medina
Baha'u'llah
Debate Over Amniocentesis and March of Dimes Funding
A reader argues against March of Dimes prenatal amniocentesis funding, calling it a life and death issue. The piece notes the procedure occurs between weeks 16 and 18, questions its use to label fetuses defective, cites David National Right to Life pressure, and acknowledges benefits to some disabled children.
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National
Right To Life Committee
March of Dimes
Viewpoint Letter Defends Father on Medina Board Change
A writer defends his father’s long Medina Board of Education tenure while criticizing former member Mr. Kaczenski. The piece notes a Democratic board vote ousting Kaczenski, cites a budget overrun, and praises the new superintendent Spence and the community effort behind the high school project.
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Brunswick Board of Education
West House
Center Road
Brunswick
Medina
Mr. Kaczenski
Memorial Thanks From Brunswick Family for Bonnie Study Simon
The Study family thanks all attendees and the Rev. Fred Block for conducting Bonnie Study Simon's memorial service. They express gratitude to Carlson Funeral Home and Medina Senior Citizens Inc. for support and to those who helped make a merry Christmas at the Medina County Home. Signed by 43 residents.
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Bonnie
Simon
Fred Block
First Christian Church
Brunswick
Colorado Springs
Colo
Carlson Funeral Home
The
Medina Senior Citizens Inc
Medina County
Medina
Akron
Wadsworth
Medina County Publications, Inc
W. Liberty St
Ohio
Animals Need Homes Beyond the Pound Spotlight
A reader urges more coverage of shelter animals beyond the single photographed case. It calls for broader features on dogs cats and other residents awaiting adoption, noting limited press focus on the full shelter population.
Letters to Editor Policy Withheld Contacts
A Gazette notice states all letters to the editor must include the writer’s name and address, but phone numbers will not be published. It says the telephone number is required to verify letters, and names and addresses may be withheld for good and sufficient reason when requested.
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Gazette
Census finds values slow birthrate but abortion toll rises
The Census Bureau links shifting social values to a slower U S birthrate in the 1970s while noting a 1 million annual drop from the late 1940s to the late 1970s. It also cites about 1 million abortions yearly, arguing the true cause of birthrate changes is not addressed by the figures. Anne Tindell Media
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Census Bureau
U.S
Anne Tindell
New Year focus on Medina water quality urged
Warren Gardner of Medina urges study of local water quality noting alarming taste and odor likened to swamp water. He describes inconsistent behavior in water stored with orange juice and a bottle lid that bulges before an explosive lip release, suggesting possible energy sources or safety concerns.
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John Hocker
Medina
Warren Gardner Medina
Gazette readers praise clear ideas and balanced detail
A reader commends The Gazette for strong storytelling and the right balance of detail. They say the newspaper expresses opinions well without overloading stories, keeping coverage engaging and thoughtful.
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