Returning home tribute to Bill McKinney longshoreman
A Kansas City Star reminiscence recalls Bill McKinney the old home town transfer man. He hauled freight moved households and kept the depot lively. After illness a stranger took over but locals hope he stays on, returning to familiar days and steady service.
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No School This Year In Sidney Schools
The Sidney Board of Education voted to keep campuses closed until after the holidays due to flu improvements and to avoid disruption after a six week vacation. Churches will also stay closed, delaying Christmas services. The Sidney Argus notes the public mood and hints at ongoing safety concerns.
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Tramp Dreams of Alaska and Endless Sleep in City Life
A reader imagines life in Alaska while recounting two jokes about tramps. One ponders where to live and the other jokes about sleeping six months in a row, implying a humorous city versus wilderness contrast.
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Edinburgh fisherman nets diamond earring in haddock
An Edinburgh launderette worker bought haddocks for dinner and found a valuable ornament inside a fish. The piece measures about an inch, holds 12 diamonds and a rich opal, set in silver with gold mounting, though one diamond from the circlet is missing.
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