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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 2001
Page
4
The record notes the Telegram newspaper established in 1906 and references its online domain gctelegram.com and the editors Delaney and Draper with email-style tags. The item highlights historical continuity and digital reach.
POT and Con notes show Garden City commissioners leaning against shifting from 1 p.m. start despite resident Teresa Southern urging evening hours to boost participation. With incumbents facing retirement or reelection, a majority vote appears unlikely, leaving afternoon meetings in place and civic apathy a continuing concern.
Gabriel of Austin argues for higher taxes to protect education funding and keep educators focused on teaching. He contends social work should stay with families and agencies to improve the education system and use dollars more effectively.
Voter responses show preference splits on financing public education through tax increases or cuts to other programs, with some supporting a mix and others urging no changes. Several respondents advocate using gambling or sin taxes to fund education, while others favor leaving the system as is.
Today's History highlight recalls Washington approving a flag expansion in 1794. It notes Stephen Foster died in 1864, J accuse published in 1898, Joyce died in 1941, Kovacs in 1962, Weaver becoming HUD secretary in 1966, and Humphrey death in 1978.
Pat Edwards cites low public participation after a Jan agenda item proposing an evening meeting. Karen Livingston questions local govt actions. She warns of a rising energy cost, potential police state concerns, and calls for deregulation alongside government controls.
A Newton reader voices disillusion with Republican tactics toward Bill Clinton and contemplates changing affiliation to Democrat. She criticizes personal attacks, cites the Savings and Loan scandal, notes Neil Bush’s absence, and suggests money influences high politics.
The speaker laments that 99 percent of the poor may stay trapped and many in the middle class join them as heating bills rise this winter. Only a few can save $1 to $200 monthly, yet they face higher energy costs and hurdles to home buying, citing a large Midwest Energy ad.
The writer questions a kinder gentler process after the election mess and mocks naiveté. He argues Republicans would react similarly with DeLay Limbaugh Helms Armey figures opposing Democrats, recalling harsh partisan history and noting the Founding Fathers' harsher approaches.
George A. Hopkins extends gratitude for the seventh annual Stevens Park Christmas lighting success. He praises volunteers and a wide community including Alan Geier, Parks Department workers, Cliff Sonnenberg, Utilities Department workers, St. Dominic Church Conformation Class, Harvest America youth and sponsors, and named individuals and families for their volunteerism and support. Hope to see you next year.
The writer reflects on obituaries in newspapers, stressing accuracy with names, the value of life stories, and the role of memorials. He notes editors rerun corrected obits and highlights the Sunday tributes and Neighbors feature praising everyday contributors. He recounts volunteering at a Christmas blood drive, observing diverse donors and the value of giving.
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