Editorial: Drawing the line on church and state
The ACLU challenges Pawtucket Rhode Island for funding a nativity scene in a park. The Supreme Court has not ruled before holidays, leaving the display through Christmas. The piece argues government promotion of religion is problematic and suggests religious communities should fund observances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Civil Liberties Union
U.S. Supreme Court
ACLU
Pawtucket
R.I
High Court
Garden City
Bethlehem
Andy Rooney on shopping and store culture evolution
The piece reflects on Jim's dislike of the buying process and contrasts past grocery store service with today’s crowded, clerk‑demanding shopping. It cites Bloomingdale’s as a preferred, trendsetting store and details a frustrating hardware store encounter with a mispriced sale and pushy clerks.
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Jim
Ruth
Mr. Evans
Distaff side by Dolores Hope on travel and decor obsessions
The column sketches quirky vehicle interiors and the weekend sighting of a Judy Seligson’s 800 pound square bathtub strapped in the back of a pickup. The tub, an auction reject gifted to a Knights of Columbus fundraiser, served as ballast and an ice breaking conversation piece while highlighting oddball car adornments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judy Seligson
Pierceville
Kanz
Knights of Columbus
Judy
Kansas
East College
Seligson
The Gift of Christmas Courage in Hard Times
Stuart Awbrey reflects on how modern life distracts from Christmas by consumerism and war news. He contrasts the Cabbage Patch Kids craze with enduring faith and charity, arguing Christmas survives through the heart rather than material excess. He cites global tensions yet finds the holiday still arrives in acts of kindness and reflection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cabbage Patch
March for Life plan to defend unborn rights in 1984
Public notices describe the Kansas Right to Life announcing a trip from Scott City to Washington for the national March for Life on January 23 1984. The package includes bus fare lodging meals and a vigil banquet priced at 220 per person. The piece urges participation prayers and support from readers. It also includes a local tribute praising Wharton store staff and owner for good service in Garden City.
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United States
New York City
Bloomingdale's
Bloomingdale’s
America
Supreme Court
Kansas
Washington D.C
White House
Scott City
Mrs. C. M. Fouquet
Wharton’s
Wharton
Fred Stalter
E. Hamline
Garden City
Holcomb Junior High Basketball Grievance Over Fair Play
Lynda Hazen of Holcomb voices concern over a junior high girl basketball rule. She alleges a discrepancy when an eighth grade player was allowed to participate on December 15 despite other players facing penalties for misbehavior. She criticizes administration for lax enforcement and calls for equal treatment of all players.
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Holcomb
Lynda Hazen
Air bags in limbo and the drive for safety debate
Washington column examines the air bag controversy, its limited effectiveness in most crashes, high costs, and the passive seat belt as the main alternative. It weighs government estimates against Campbell’s view and suggests free-market solutions and consumer choice. The piece notes the courtly regulatory delay and cites Matthew 3:1-2 to close.
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Washington
Curent
American Council On Science and Health
Sharon Lynn Campbell
Council
Nixon
Transportation Department
Campbell
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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