Back to basics this Thanksgiving and gratitude
An editorial urges returning to simple joys and appreciating everyday blessings amid a mixed economy. It highlights sharing meals with loved ones, enjoying sports or walks, and recognizing those without essentials. It notes money helps but does not guarantee happiness, and stresses gratitude today and every day.
OLD HOME TOWN Thanksgiving in Lawrence 1910
Lawrence residents kept Thanksgiving simple with morning Presbyterian services and a community dinner. About fifty meals were sent to the indigent by local sympathizers while football bulletins drew the rest to downtown Lawrence to mark the Jayhawker Tiger game.
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Murkowski Triumphs as Alaska Write-In Senator
Lisa Murkowski, re elected in Alaska, won a historic write in bid after a GOP primary defeat by Joe Miller. She credited broad voter support and a push for consensus across parties to represent Alaska and govern effectively.
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Lawrence residents lauded for civic service despite move to Missouri
A letter celebrates Lawrence citizens in volunteer and charitable efforts across education, homelessness aid, Habitat for Humanity, and community programs. Harold and Mary Siegrist, longtime Lawrence residents, have moved to Malden with their daughter.
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Public Forum: Reach Out To The Editor From Lawrence
A letter from M G Roy in Lawrence urges readers to notice neighbors, show kindness, and reach out during the holidays to prevent loneliness and possible self harm. The writer reflects on a neighbor's death, stresses the range of isolating circumstances, and asks readers to pay attention to neighbors who may be at risk.
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M.G. Roy
Lawrence
Reader letter targets Barack Obama and media bias
Scott Burkhart voices right wing critique of Barack Obama and media trust, listing alleged lies and policy failures over 24 months. He questions taxes on high earners, health insurance penalties, and “shovel ready” jobs while condemning vetting by networks and the president’s competence.
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IRS
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Lawrence
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