Letters
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August 22, 2018
Unwelcome Alarm
I would like to respond to a letter by Carolyn Goeckel supporting the emergency siren (“Sounding the Alert,” 7/25).
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August 15, 2018
All a Diversion
“The Russians were trying to steal the election.” The Democrat-controlled media keeps pushing the story that Trump conspired with Russia to win the election.
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August 15, 2018
Unnecessary Noise
I agree with Linda Harper (“Blast From Past,” 8/8), who spoke out in favor of a silent alert system for our Surf City volunteer firemen and rescue workers. Ms. Harper mentioned the impact on sleeping…
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August 15, 2018
Wonderful Day
We are writing to you regarding the “Day on the Bay” event we recently took part in on July 29. This wonderful event provides special needs children and adults with the chance to take a boat ride and…
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August 15, 2018
Wages Still Lagging
The president cited the 4.1 percent increase in gross domestic product (GDP) for the second quarter of 2018, compared to the second quarter of 2017, as proof of the success of his Tax Cuts and Jobs…
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August 15, 2018
Badges of Dishonor
On the surface it appears that Ship Bottom’s chief financial officer is doing diligence in her effort to keep track of badge sales, but keeping track is not the problem.
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August 15, 2018
Flooding Concerns
The following was addressed to SandPaper Managing Editor and columnist Jay Mann.
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August 15, 2018
Wrong Badge Woes
Recently you published an article about the Ship Bottom senior beach badges. The first paragraph in your article is 100 percent accurate: “For the second consecutive year, beach badge math in Ship…
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August 15, 2018
Decades of Kindnesses
We were sad to read in last week’s letters that George Edwards has made his last trip to LBI. We fondly recall the decades of kindnesses this good and talented man showed our parents and we wish him…
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August 8, 2018
Show of Appreciation
On Tuesday, July 31 the Surf City Taxpayer Association sponsored a lunch at the Surf City Hotel, followed by a performance of “The Wedding Singer” at Surflight Theatre. Kudos to Sandy at the Surf…
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August 8, 2018
Outstanding Job
As a summer resident who has Bayview Park as my immediate neighbor, I would like to compliment the men and women who maintain the park daily. From the maintenance department to the lifeguards, all…
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August 8, 2018
Worth Trying
This is a comment on a column by Gene Moynihan (“Jobs-for-All Plans Would Be a Colossal Federal Failure,” 8/1).
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August 8, 2018
Made My Day
On Aug. 2, I received a phone call from Anthony Deely, the Long Beach Township police chief. He had read the “Ticket Trap” letter and was in total agreement with what was said. He explained there had…
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August 8, 2018
Decline in Humanity
Two weeks ago I sent a letter about my flip-flops being stolen. Now I feel the need to write again.
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August 8, 2018
Severely Stressed
The longer this administration, the Republican Congress and the so-called “base” persists in desecrating the institutions of our government – attacking the free press, trampling traditional American…
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August 8, 2018
Bleeding Taxpayers
How very sad that Pinelands will lay off five custodians next year but can find money to give principals raises. This is just another example of government workers bleeding taxpayers because they are…
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August 8, 2018
Treason?
While visiting Long Beach Island on Aug. 1, I read the letters to the editor in The SandPaper. One, from Bill Green of Beach Haven, accuses President Trump of treason in the first sentence of his…
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August 8, 2018
Uninviting Dollar
When you come onto the Island most of us turn right on the Boulevard. Many business and shops are attractively decorated and painted. Some have murals, colorful planters and flags to make the…
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August 8, 2018
Modern Militia
Our masters in waiting, controlling the deep state, understand all too well that the Second Amendment is the linchpin that holds the Constitution and its guarantee of human rights together. Let us…
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August 8, 2018
Thank You
Unfortunately I had to call 911 for my husband at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, July 30.
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August 8, 2018
Dog Park Dirt
This is another point of view concerning a letter you published about the Barnegat Light dog park (“Dog Park Praise,” 7/25). My major concern is dog feces not picked up by the dog park users.
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August 8, 2018
Last Trip to LBI
When I was a young age, I was introduced to your Island. I loved it from day one, and it never wavered. Last week, I made what I believe is my last trip to my favorite place.
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August 8, 2018
Blast From Past
I have a different point of view than Carolyn Goeckel (“Sounding the Alert,” 7/25).
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August 1, 2018
Doggone Annoyed
I am writing to vehemently concurthatTony Cirillo’s response (“Do Unto Others …,” 7/18) to Wendy McClure’s piece (“What’s a Dog to Do Around Here,” 7/4) was spot on.
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August 1, 2018
Grim Forecast
During the last part of Gov. Christie’s administration the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection releasedits Water Management Act of 2017. This program was last published in 1996 and was…
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August 1, 2018
Anyone Surprised?
It is common practice in the real estate industry to invite someone to inspect the property you are selling. So why should anyone be surprised that Trump has invited Putin to the White House?
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August 1, 2018
Model Security
I would like to express my appreciation to the Little Egg Harbor School District and the Little Egg Harbor Police Department. There have been many views expressed on school safety issues following…
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August 1, 2018
Faith Renewed
I lost a family ring on Sunday, July 22. I didn’t know where. But I mentioned it to the owner of the house I’d rented … just in case. She notified me the next day to say that her new tenants had…
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August 1, 2018
Orwellian Behavior
After his recent disgraceful display of treason in Helsinki, Trump has transparently crossed over the already very thin line into fascism. There was no doubt about what he said in Helsinki or with…
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August 1, 2018
Flooding Frustrations
I also read with extreme interest the letter (“Bay Beach Overkill,” 6/27) written by Kathleen Donnelly and the letter from Janice Denbleyker (“Not as Welcoming,” 7/18). I totally agree with both of…
