World War II veteran, retired man from Shkodër Sait Pllana writes in an open letter: Every minute you use for good and useful work for the country serves democracy. Through good and honest deeds, the citizen does his part in building up the country, strengthening order and defending freedom. Shkodër, with its hardworking and honest sons, understands that the times call for responsibility, sacrifice and dedication. From such citizens, democracy breathes and moves forward.

The President of Albania thanks, on behalf of the Albanian people and personally, President Mitterrand for the assistance that France has provided and for the constant interest he shows in the fate of Albania and Albanians. On behalf of the French people, my government and myself personally, I sincerely thank you, Mr. President, for the greetings you had the kindness to send me on the occasion of France’s national holiday. Allow me to express my sincere wishes for the success of the important reforms your government has begun in Albania. Following with great attention the difficulties your efforts face, especially in the economic sphere, I wish to assure you that France remains ready to lend its support in all areas where you consider it necessary. Sincerely, FRANÇOIS MITTERRAND

Duhat pa[p]arsys[h] ndonë 2 [unreadable lines][?] ... [text partially unreadable due to the quality and orientation of the page][?] In an open society, prejudice becomes an obstacle to democratic development and to understanding individual freedoms. When political debate is replaced by insult and suspicion, citizens lose trust in institutions. Democracy cannot be based on prejudice, but on law, dialogue and tolerance.

BLEDAR Durrës will soon be the major transport district in the Balkans and its port a central hub for the region.[?] ... [many short paragraphs, mostly unreadable in this image][?] Under market economy conditions, transport acquires special importance for the movement of goods and people. The port, the railway and the roads are inseparable links in the economic development of the Durrës district. The prospects of this district are tied to investment, modernization and opening to foreign markets.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR We are writing to you once again on behalf of this new cooperative, established on 18/1/1991, the first-type agricultural cooperative in the village of Shkallnur, with its center in Kullë, Durrës. We ask for your editorial office’s help. Since the cooperative was created, all of its activity has not been able to proceed normally, because the cooperativists encountered many difficulties concerning the land, the working tools and the way of organizing.[?] We ask that our voice be heard and that a fair solution be given to us according to the law. The villagers deserve to live with dignity and to work their land without obstacles. Agricultural cooperative of the village of Shkallnur, with its center in Kullë, Durrës

The District Council in Tirana informs me through this letter that it has decided to classify commercial activity without a permit as an administrative violation and that measures will be taken against offenders.[?] All citizens and private entities are informed to present themselves to the relevant authorities in order to obtain the necessary documentation. The supply service will continue to be carried out in accordance with the regulations in force. Presidency of the district in Tirana

... [partially unreadable text][?] The Democratic Party is trying to build up its structures in line with the new political conditions and the demands of its membership.[?] The conference discussed organization, discipline and the strengthening of the role of the local forum. The need for cooperation with citizens and for strengthening democratic institutions was emphasized. (continued on page 2)

... [article with very unclear text][?] In Albanian tradition, returning to the homeland carries a special moral and political meaning.[?] This return is seen as an effort to connect the past with the present and to rediscover responsibility toward the country. (continued on page 2)

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