Commemoration of Pearl Harbor and 9/11 Reflections
George Will reflects on the 10th anniversaries of Pearl Harbor and 9/11, comparing public memory, media, and national mood. He notes color printing in 1951, wartime legacies, Korea, Iraq, and Afghanistan, and ponders whether commemoration can heal safety fears.
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Almanac Highlights From September 12 2011
Almanac notes the date and season, lists notable historical events for 1609 1974 and 1992, names prominent birthdays including Mencken Owens Holm Jones White Pantoliano Folds Miao, and Mae Jemison four quotes and a full moon note.
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Dingell urges end to partisanship in Congress
John D. Dingell a Michigan Democrat and dean of the U S House of Representatives criticizes finger pointing and infighting in Washington. He urges Congress to fulfill its constitutional duty and work bipartisan on fiscal 2011 funding debt issues and budget.
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Surviving Lunch and the Dangers of School Meals
Dayton Daily News columnist D L Stewart reflects on a newspaper article about the health risks of school lunches. He recalls bologna lettuce sandwiches, unsafe storage, and the potential for bacterial growth, humorously blaming lockers and a rival classmate for imagined harm.
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