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Newspaper
Wilson County News
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 2001
Page
5
A Christmas lesson recalls shepherds in Judea who witness angels announce the birth of Jesus. They seek the Child in Bethlehem, finding Him in a crude stable with animals nearby, their lives transformed by the experience. The tale is shared as a warmth-filled holiday reflection from a local writer.
Opinion piece argues national security hinges on steel and food, proposing tariffs on foreign steel and a Farm Security Act of 2001 plus a Boot Security Act and Economic Security Act to mobilize industry and economists against terrorism. Names include Ted Turner Scottie Pippen David Rockefeller Rep. Doug Ose Rep. Marion Berry Hancock Mutual Life Insurance.
Floresville officials discuss a statewide anti profiling push under Senate Bill 1074 with DPS grants for mobile cameras and reporting requirements. The council also approves annexation of 182 acres in River Bend, outlines future votes, and reviews Main Street and FEDC progress plus a possible tree ordinance.
A year 2001 reflection on war fear and uncertainty. The author calls for interfaith harmony among Christians Muslims and Jews and prays for peace on earth beyond religious divisions. As-salaam alaykum. Peace be with you.
A UT Austin sophomore Xavier Laijas pens a response to Justin Felux and others urging a tougher U S stance after the Sept 11 attacks. The piece argues past policy was self serving and supports fighting fire with fire to avenge victims and deter future attacks.
The guest column by Xaviera Laijas contends that criticism of U S actions after September 11 ignores underlying anti American hostility. It argues terrorists despise freedom and equality, defends defensive measures, and criticizes Arafat and Palestinian actions while noting Israeli concerns and the need to judge leaders by deeds.
An editor urges Wilson County Commissioners to reconsider abandoning a 0.8 mile road link from C R 324 to Jolly Road. The letter argues the link would shorten La Vernia ISD bus routes by about 40 miles daily and save tax money, appealing to voters and officials.
A reader in Wilson County News argues that pot smokers feel victimized by drug laws and questions whether marijuana is hazardous. The letter notes suppliers may traffic in other illegal drugs and suggests pot smokers deserve some censure for society’s problems.
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