Published November 6, 2009, 8:59 AM EST
Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era -
TO THE EDITORS:Things take the cake! Yes, right here in Lancaster.Open your eyes, people who don't believe in using your headlights when it rains.Or, better yet, don't use turn signals, when turning. I'm no mind reader, but it would be nice to know you are turning.Then you have people ri...
Published November 6, 2009, 8:59 AM EST
Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era -
TO THE EDITORS:The county's jobless rate is still climbing. Gasoline prices are still rising. Grocery prices are up. Fuel oil prices have reached a record high.But according to government officials, prices have gone down, not up, in 2009, so there's no COLA for Social Security recipients.Wha...
Published November 6, 2009, 8:59 AM EST
Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era -
TO THE INTELL EDITORS:I see that Ellen Goodman in her column on Oct. 23, recommends that perhaps seniors, who do not need it, send back the $250 stipend that the great leader proposes to give us in lieu of a cost-of-living adjustment.I will consider such a noble act when Obama reimburses the U.S. Tr...
Published November 6, 2009, 8:59 AM EST
Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era -
TO THE EDITORS:The Oct. 22 front page article regarding the federal government involvement with the development and distribution of a flu vaccine should serve as a harbinger. With a tad over 10 percent available for the need expected, are you certain you want these folks taking care of the rest of y...
Published November 6, 2009, 8:59 AM EST
Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era -
TO THE EDITORS:In reply to John Hollen's letter Oct. 14, "Try gradual transition to vegan diet,'' he mentioned that undercover investigations show terrible harm to animals. Those responsible for harming innocent animals should always be stopped by laws.I prefer not to try a vegan di...
Published November 6, 2009, 8:59 AM EST
Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era -
TO THE EDITORS:Unemployment is near an all-time high. There will be no Social Security cost-of-living increase this year. Medicare reimbursements are being reduced. Two in my family have had salary reductions, and information regarding the poor condition of our economy continues.So why do school boa...
Published November 6, 2009, 8:57 AM EST
Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era -
TO THE EDITORS:Barack Obama has surrounded himself with advisers and czars who share a common theme: Change the status quo. Some have been exposed for their past statements and connections to radical revolutionary beliefs.Is America ready for a totalitarian system? Are enough of us willing to give u...
Published November 6, 2009, 8:56 AM EST
Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era -
TO THE EDITORS:The latest controversy in Lancaster Township has moved from the selection of a new police force to the possible loss of the beautiful parkland that borders the Wheatland Middle School, Atkins Avenue and Millersville Pike.Several township residents voiced their disapproval at the Schoo...
Published November 5, 2009, 8:59 AM EST
Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era -
TO THE EDITORS:I just want to let everyone know that a part of the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail is about to be completed. When finished, this hiking/biking/walking trail will run 13 miles from Columbia Borough to Falmouth, along the Susquehanna River.I want to commend Jeff Butler, Barb Sto...
Published November 5, 2009, 8:59 AM EST
Intelligencer Journal
Lancaster New Era -
TO THE EDITORS:As I travel around, I observe many tattered and dirty flags flying in the wind.I remember, in school, which was many years ago, that it was against the law to fly flags that were tattered.If you're going to fly Old Glory, take care of it and replace it when necessary.Betty McGeeEp...
