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The idea of Halloween came from the Nov. 1 observation of All Soul’s Day or All Saint’s Day. In England “hallow” came into use, hallow meaning holy, referring to one
Read moreTrail Oct. 18, 2019 Letter to the Editor, It is often through trials and difficulties that the community comes together to overcome adversity and display its true ability to band
Read moreAs we watch the democratic process work, or struggle to work, persistence is, indeed, required. Each of us has a part to play; every one of us must carefully develop
Read moreIsaac M. Ruth’s death astonished all who heard the news on the streets of Lawrence, Kan., the morning of April 27, 1871. The well-known business manager for the Lawrence Tribune
Read moreEvery so often, something happens to remind us that there’s more to government than the insanity we’re exposed to daily from too many politicians in Washington, D.C. Several of those
Read moreLike many children, I once dreamed of becoming President of the United States. A big, old White House and a high-power job were awe-inspiring. When I was 13 years old,
Read moreDr. Medlicott arrived in Lawrence, Kan., in 1868. According to the Lawrence Weekly Times of Oct. 19, 1871, John J. Medlicott, of Irish decent was raised near Marietta, Ohio. He
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