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Newspaper
Wilson County News
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 2000
Page
12
A columnist questions what constitutes progress after a San Antonio Public Library end of summer party drew thousands for a few free school items. The piece contrasts past schooling joys with modern demand, noting shifts in recess, imagination, and social skills amid a consumerist fervor.
In a breezy look at SkyMall catalogues, readers encounter tiny cameras, robot lawnmowers, under counter TVs, closet shoe racks, wine cellars for 995 to 5995, jump start kits, car battery backups, home decor and sports memorabilia. The piece ends with a light jab at catalogomania and a plug for Bain, a banker, writing from Floresville Texas.
Policy notice from Wilson County News outlines letters to the editor guidelines. It specifies subject relevance, word limit of 350, editor discretion, and the need for handwritten signature name and phone number. It warns that unsigned letters will not be printed and mentions space, clarity, and privacy considerations.
A continuation of reader opinions appears on page 28 with commentary on local issues. Contributors discuss civic topics, policy critiques, and community perspectives in concise letters to the editor.
A Karnes Wilson County Juvenile Probation ELITE program mentor describes March Read Across America participation across schools. Staff and youths read Dr. Seuss works and personal favorites, with a second summer Read Across ELITE day highlighting individual student needs and potential.
A guest editorial argues reading is essential for life and outlines how reading difficulties contribute to disruptive behavior, probation involvement, and delinquency. It urges community action through tutoring, volunteering, and supporting schools to break the cycle and help children read.
The column argues Bush has path to the presidency against Gore in 2000 noting Clinton era baggage and media attacks. It contrasts Barak Arafat talks with Carter era peace and criticizes Clinton diplomacy while urging voters to favor Bush based on gubernatorial experience over eight years as vice president. Comments invited to Diane Amantea in Floresville Texas.
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