Commitment to marriage stands the test of time in 60th anniversary tale
A couple from Wyckoff, Dick and the writer married in late 1950s, raised four children, and stayed together amid careers in education and music. He served as a principal for 27 years, she pursued nursing and performing, with support from family and faith. They retired to Elgin Ontario and reflect on enduring marriage amid rising divorce rates.
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Remarkable 60-Year Marriage Through Health Trials
Janet Baird Weisiger recalls nearly 60 years with husband Dick Weisiger as she battled brain cancer in 2010 and he faced mild dementia in 2014. She credits enduring faith and unwavering caregiving, noting their lifelong commitment and mutual love, now tested and cherished in later years. Weisiger lives in Zeeland and writes about her experiences.
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Online reader poll prompts on blame for shutdown and Syria withdrawal
The Holland Sentinel asks readers to vote on who deserves blame for the government shutdown and whether to support U.S. withdrawal from Syria. The poll appears on Facebook and Twitter with a prompt to cast votes, highlighting social media engagement.
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Sears in bankruptcy hints at lessons from decline
Sears once the mail order titan and a driver of affordable shopping, dignity, and access for African-Americans in the Jim Crow era now limps through bankruptcy. The piece argues creative destruction, market discipline, and consumer sovereignty shape the economy, noting parallels with A&P, Borders, Toys R Us, and the rise of online retail. Steve Horowitz of Ball State Univ. provides reflections.
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Readers Voice on Government Shutdown and Public Lands
A reader scolds the presidency for ego driven shutdowns and praises Theodore Roosevelt era protections while urging accountability. The letter cites Congressman Bill Huizenga voting against FDA funding during the shutdown and warns shoppers about food safety risks amid funding gaps. Amy Verkow Mattawan adds support from Backcountry Hunters & Anglers urging conservation safeguards.
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