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Newspaper
The Lantern
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1994
Page
2
A Philadelphia reader argues that armed citizens deter crime and shields victims, dismissing liberal rights and urging broad gun use to reduce crime. The writer calls for self protection over criminal justice leniency and predicts fewer criminals if more people carry or defend themselves.
The Lantern invites letters to the editor with the writer’s name required and full social security and telephone numbers provided to the editor. Only the writer’s name will be published. Deadlines are noon on Sept 22 Oct 6 27 Nov 10 and Dec 1.
A personal essay critiques the primacy of college for success arguing material wealth often reflects status, looks, and networking rather than a diploma. The author, a high school graduate now in college and working varying jobs, cites examples of both successful college outcomes and individuals who prosper without degrees, noting prejudice at work and the lure of superficial achievements. The piece questions whether college truly guarantees meaningful advancement or just signals social standing.
William McNeill notes editor's view that a Lantern story on Lee College textbook markups was meant to compare rates, not profits. He reveals the LC bookstore earns about $200,000 yearly, funding athletic and other scholarships, while urging further scrutiny of profits and distribution by students and staff.
Editor letter argues US policy favors big business over human rights in Haiti. It recalls Clinton speech on Haiti’s military rulers Cedras and Aristide’s likely limited power under amnesty, and compares with past CIA coups against Sukarno, Lumumba, and Allende. The author claims US actions protect profits, not people. Gary Sudborough
A column mixes humor and dark personal anecdotes from a student narrator. It contrasts questions about identity and family dynamics with memories of a troubled upbringing, a brother’s funeral, and a forged diary plan. The piece ends with appreciation for reader responses amid hostile notes.
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