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August 18-24, 2005

the bell curve

The Bell Curve

City Paper's weekly gauge of Philly's Quality of Life

Eagles list their gripes in letter to T.O. Because everybody likes to get letters.
Plus 2

Grandmother from Strawberry Mansion says that on a visit to Family Court, a hand-held metal detector used by a security guard weakened her heart. The body cavity search, on the other hand, had the opposite effect.
Even

Almost 15 percent of Philly's juniors and seniors request that their personal info not be given to military recruiters. "Army of One" is starting to look less like a slogan and more like a prediction.
Plus 4

The city's Gaming Advisory Task Force rules out three possible locations for slots parlors. Milton Street's house still in play.
Even

Local activists hold rally to support Cindy Sheehan, the grieving mother who wants to speak to George Bush. "Thanks for the puppets," says Sheehan. "That should really help."
Plus 2

Protestors rally outside Azafran restaurant, attempting to ruin business for the owner whose car was used in a hit and run. Because nothing ruins a business like making it a household name.
Even

According to U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah, a 2007 mayoral run is "highly likely." As is the Renee Chenault-Fattah five-part series: "I'm doin' it with the next mayor."
Plus 1

Judge rules that the owner and the operator of Pier 34, which collapsed in 2000, will face felony charges. Ah, swift justice.
Plus 3

The word "oldies" dropped from WOGL"s slogan. WOGL"s audience dropped into holes, eulogized, covered with dirt.
Even


Total pluses: 12
Total minuses: 0
This week's total: 9
Last week's total: -3

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