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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 2012
Page
4
In southwest Kansas, a recent weather system brought helpful moisture pushing Garden City's yearly precip above normal and fueling optimism for crops. The editorial notes that continued favorable rain could improve wheat harvest prospects while acknowledging ongoing drought risks and the region’s reliance on farming outcomes.
Two local families were honored by the Finney County Historical Society for building the community through generations of work and residency. Mary Regan of the historical society praised their ongoing contributions as examples of good will and perseverance seen during Multicultural Night at Victor Ornelas Elementary School attended by teachers students and families.
The Telegram outlines letters to the editor requirements including signatures with writer address and phone number and prior confirmation before publication. It notes editing for libel and length, sets a 500 word limit, and excludes form letters poems consumer complaints or business testimonials. Readers are invited to write Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 or email editor gctelegra.
The column critiques China envy sparked by Bo Xilai scandal and Friedman. It contrasts China's kleptocratic power structure with private sector efficiency, noting World Bank findings and calls for reform. It argues the Chinese model offers lessons for the United States while dismissing glamorized claims of Beijing’s system.
Edward Cross of the Kansas Independent Oil & Gas Association argues that U S energy supplies are ample and urges expansion of domestic oil and natural gas exploration. He cites USGS figures showing 26 percent of world oil and almost 30 percent of world natural gas resources, and criticizes policies he says hinder fossil fuel development while subsidizing renewables.
Nancy Teetzen of Garden City laments proposed Windsor Windsor Hotel renovations, recalling the historic mansion’s 19th century architecture and a disappointing kitchen update by a former son in law. She questions spending for a plan she calls drastic and misguided, arguing the city’s heritage would be better preserved.
A humorous polemic on micro demographics in polling. It cites quirky voter groups from exit polls and mocks campaign strategy shifts. It notes Obama leading Romney among certain groups, with frothy, satirical examples and questions whether momentum can be sustained.
Will Durst, a political comedian, has performed internationally across numerous venues. Email contact is durst eaglecartoons.com. Distributed by Cagle Cartoons Inc.
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