Venice Hospital declines $92,000 federal grant amid red tape costs
The Venice Hospital board refused a federal grant after being told wage and classification rules would apply to a $700,000 expansion. They cited a $10,000 added cost with no value gain and denounced the funds as taxpayer money with a 20 percent handling fee. The hospital credits its status to local support and prudent administration.
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Strange Alliance Past Presence Future
An essay notes World War I began nearly 50 years ago and highlights shifting alliances through the 20th century. It warns of China as a rising threat and links Vietnam and Southeast Asia to a larger contest for global influence and control of Asia and the Pacific.
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Tax and spending tensions with social security gains debated
The House Ways and Means Committee voted to raise social security payments and taxes by 5 percent to fund rising costs and offset income tax cuts. Critics note this highlights a spendthrift federal pattern and point out the $7,500 pay raise for members of Congress dwarfs Florida’s average annual income.
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Letters Published in The Gondolier Spark Debate
Readers critique an April 27 editorial on dignity and appearance and share outrage over theft at Venice Beach. The letter by Charlene Drake laments insults about physical traits. Harry Showacre argues for improved security and policing. Alice LeMay recounts a racially charged courthouse incident and a judge orders voter registration and front-row seating as conditions.
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Mr. Airy
DARE program charts Florida agriculture future plan
The DARE initiative at the University of Florida, led by Dr. E T York Jr, surveys Florida's agricultural resources to anticipate changes and safeguard future development. It notes citrus and cattle sectors face competition, projects rising farm income, and predicts Florida’s population growing to 8.2 million by 1975.
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Florida
University of Florida
E. T. York Jr
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