Young Man Fights Giant Ray at Venice Pier in 12-Hour Battle
A husky Venice fisherman named Walt Winton battled a giant ray for about 12 hours at the Venice Pier, with up to six helpers, a 12-foot wingspan and about 1000 pounds, before the line finally broke. The event drew hundreds, recalled Don Driscoll’s labor Day 1969 catch, and ended at sunset with no recovery.
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Water Floods Union Missionary Baptist Church Site
Union Missionary Baptist Church behind Venice's new reverse osmosis plant repeatedly experiences flooding and odor due to the de gasifier. Mayor Case pledges relief after parishioners, led by spokesman Emory Shaw, raise concerns dating back to 1974. Plant official PHILIP METZ says issues are not serious, while residents press for relocation or city action on higher ground.
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Which flag counts as the Bicentennial flag short and clear
Venice area Bicentennial leader Terry Ewing explains the official flag is white with a star shaped blue white and red symbol approved by ARBA. Other flags with Bicentennial symbols are state or historical banners not official Bicentennial flags and must be flown below the U S flag.
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Venice Named National Bicentennial Community
Venice Florida earned the national Bicentennial Community designation from ARBA after detailing past and planned events. Terry Ewing, chair of the Venice Area Bicentennial Committee, noted support from Senators Chiles and Stone and a letter from President Ford praising local programs and urging continued celebration planning. A council presentation of the certificate is planned, with upcoming clubs and groups meeting on April 14 to brainstorm Fourth of July activities.
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Venice plans grand July Fourth Bicentennial blowout
Venice Bicentennial Committee director Terry Ewing announced a public planning session mid-month with area clubs to coordinate a July Fourth celebration. The group aims for a single, community centered event including games dances barbeques and a record fireworks display. Money is the main hurdle with a $5,000 display goal and fireworks orders due by April end.
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