Debate over Saudi abaya dress rule in U S military policy
The Chanute Tribune discusses a lawsuit by Martha cSally against Defense Secretary Rumsfeld over a policy requiring women in Saudi Arabia to wear abayas. The piece argues dress codes reflect mission needs and local customs, while defending gender-based standards as non discriminatory. It critiques critics claiming hypocrisy in the Afghan war context.
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Wendy's founder Dave Thomas dies at 69
Dave Thomas, the Wendy's founder whose homespun ads helped grow the chain into a global fast food leader, died Tuesday at age 69. The remarks describe his approachable image and impact on American dining and advertising.
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Agnes de Mille Quote On Living As Leap In The Dark
The American dancer Agnes de Mille, who lived from 1905 to 1993, described living as uncertain and unsettled. She said that certainty and knowing diminish life, and artists continually leap into the unknown, even if they may be wrong.
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On This Date January 9 History Highlights
Today marks January 9 2002 the ninth day of the year with 356 days remaining. Highlights recall Connecticut joining the United States in 1788 as the fifth state birth of Richard Nixon in 1913 Lingayen Gulf landing in 1945 and Howard Hughes denying a Clifford Irving biography in 1972.
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Howard Hughes
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Clifford Irving
New Year Reflections and Random Jots From December
A miscellany recalls end of year lists and misprints, mentions Ellen Goodman apology habits, and quotes a December email urging Christmas shopping. Joe Kreger and various comic strips appear. a High Plains Journal note ponders 2001 Mondays, New Year resolutions, and a Rings film reflection.
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Washington Post
GCCC
Lee Martin
Lee Marvin
Galen Hubbs
High Plains Journal
Thoughts on Faith and Fear at the Civic Center
John Dailey reflects on faith and compassion from a Wichita Civic Center revival. He recalls trials of helping others, encounters with fear driven by bystanders, and a call to seek real aid when plans rot. He signs as Telegram contributor and Sandhill Books owner.
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