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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 2000
Page
4
Bill Draper notes Garden City voters face a second time bond issue to fund a new high school of about 33 million dollars. He compares it with pools and libraries in other towns, highlighting why the decision is contentious, with a potential million in taxes and debate over ninth grade centers versus a full high school.
The piece argues late game times for major sports, blaming TV networks and advertisers for pushing prime time slots. It contrasts marathon speed and football with school bedtimes, warning about long games diminishing future fan growth and youth sleep.
A busy night at a local restaurant with a bar turned chaotic as two men fought violently, drawing police involvement. The author links alcohol to injuries in relatives and a fatal crash, urging stricter service standards and a return to community safety. The letter concludes by calling drinkers to seek spiritual guidance over alcohol.
A call to civic participation urges readers to vote in city, county, state, and national elections. It questions politicians and government size, stressing that collective action can shape fair laws and policies. The message invites residents to take a stand and participate in the electoral process.
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