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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 2004
Page
4
Historic Telegram network traces its roots to 1906, emphasizing community information sharing and public service. The phrase People Informing People underscores its mission across communications channels. The note signals ongoing access via 2gctelegram.com.
Kansas lawmakers approved a measure to tighten the Kansas Open Records Act. It allows attorney fees in bad faith access cases, targets 46 exemptions, and expands public access to records on appointive qualifications and donated sums, while preserving privacy constraints. The bill awaits Gov. Sebelius signature.
See Stapleton of Garden City urges the Telegram to audit objectionable material. He argues political dissent and contempt toward the president and wartime sacrifices stray from the paper’s fair local stance in a conservative rural community. He requests editorial action to address the issue.
A personal reminiscence praising Kansas scenery from Flint Hills to I-70 and the Wichita to Kansas City turnpike. The author, a Kansan, celebrates hometown pride in Scott City, admires southwest Kansas, and notes gratitude for Bill Kurtis's impact on Sedan.
The Telegram lists contact options for feedback including email fax and phone, plus mailing address Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City Kansas 67846 for official correspondence.
The First Amendment states that Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. It also guards the freedom of speech and of the press and protects the right of the people to assemble and petition the government for redress of grievances.
Harris News Service columnist Burdett Loomis argues Kansas lawmakers wasted time and avoided change, shelving a broad gambling package as education and gay marriage debates linger. He notes the Senate struggled for 21 votes in a 40 member body, with gaming interests and the governor’s allies losing to the status quo while lobbyists expect more influence and future paydays.
A heartfelt memoir recounts a mother’s steady plea to take care of oneself set against the death of a father, the move from Iowa to Kansas, and the author’s adult life. The piece honors the mother’s strength, family memories, and the planned Mother’s Day reunion before returning home.
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