There’s an Answer column from Peale on belief doubts
Readers ask about origins of man faith versus science and guidance on family and dating dilemmas. The Peales advise recognizing God as a personal being, discourage permissive parenting, and urge straightforward asking for dates, stressing authentic self-confidence. The column invites questions to Box 500 Pawling NY.
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God
Mrs. Peale
Box 500
Pawling
N.Y
Gasoline safety tips from Venice fire chief Deming
The article urges careful handling of gasoline powered tools as lawn season starts. Fire Chief Theodore L. Deming cautions cooling engines before refueling, no smoking near fuel, refuel outdoors away from vapors, wipe up spills, store fuel safely, keep away from heat and children, supervise kids, and ensure cords and tools are properly grounded and undamaged.
Why Beaches Erode and How To Help
The article explains that erosion occurs when waves lift sand from the shore faster than it is deposited, influenced by long term changes such as man made alterations and sea level rise. It notes beach behavior shifts between accretion and erosion, and suggests consulting a coastal engineer for effective intervention. It lists the Coastal and Oceanographic Engineering Laboratory at the University of Florida as a contact.
Mobile home residents seek hall for association meeting
Bay Indies Mobile Home Park residents plan a 3 p.m. meeting on Sunday May 23 at the Disabled American Veterans post home in Nokomis to form an residents association. Charles Madalone, a Bay Indies resident, says park management blocked using the recreation halls. Park manager Harry Remington unavailable for comment.
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Bay Indies
Disabled American Veterans Post
Colonia Lane
Nokomis
Charles Madalone
Bay
Environmental Workshops at Blackwater River Forest Camp
The Florida Division of Forestry offers week long environmental workshops for middle and high school students at the Blackwater River State Forest near Milton. Sessions run for girls June 27 to July 3 and July 11 to 17, and for boys June 20 to 26 and July 4 to 10. Fee is 50 dollars plus 1.10 dollar accident fee on arrival. Contact Steve Spezia for details.
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Florida Division of Forestry
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Blackwater River State Forest
Milton
Blackwater River
Environmental Center
Steve Spezia
Coast Guard Aids Venice Fishing Boat in Rough Seas
The Coast Guard assisted the East Coast Fisheries vessel Lazy Mary from Nokomis after it took on water in rough seas caused by a cold front. A helicopter dropped pumps, then a Coast Guard ship towed the boat to safety. two men aboard were uninjured. A second fleet vessel Southern Cross also faced trouble, with its transmission failing and towed by Miss Cheryl. Paul Hancock attributed the issues to weather and routine mechanical problems.
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Coast Guard
East Coast Fisheries
Nokomis
Southern Cross
Cheryl
Paul Hancock
Nokomis Family Loses Home in Fire
The Manter family lost their mobile home and belongings Sunday after a blaze started in the air conditioning unit. They were home to find only the clothes on their backs and are staying with relatives as donations are collected by the Nokomis Fire Department acting as a collection center.
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Nokomis
Bill
Karen Manter
Cindy
Scotties Place
Emerald Street
Manters
Manter
Florida Cities Water Co
Sarasota
Orville Ives
Venice Farm Road
Nokomis Fire Department
Uninvited wildlife as rural homeowners' dilemma
Residents adapt to growing wildlife as homes encroach on habitat. Calls about raccoons, opossums, skunks rise with new construction. Preventive tips include tight lid trash cans, trimming roof limbs, and screening chimneys to deter intruders.
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Amy Vanderbilt
Commission
Reminder of Large Trash Pickup Week May 24 29
City announces a general pickup of large waste items for the week of May 24 through May 29. Curbside accumulation allowed through Sunday May 23. Tree trunks and large limbs must be in five foot lengths. one pickup per residence.
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Dale Rieth
Rieth
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