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Carolyn Niebruegge May Michael L. May 
Vol. 2, Is. 12 Oct.
5, 2012
From the
Editor
It’s
Thursday morning after the debates and we Republicans finally have something to
be excited about. It was indeed a banner
night when ALL of the liberal news sources concluded that it was a clear “win”
for Romney. This concludes my shortest
editorial ever.
mlm
PS In all honesty, I have responded in the Email
“Bag” to a comment I received last week and we’ll let my response there serve
as my editorial.
Content
Contributors for the Week
Austilene
(Turner) Borum, Class of 1962
Stanna
(Brewer) Lee, Class of 1963
Wayne
Rickerd, Class of 1945
Jim
Whitson, Class of 1957
All
those who sent messages to the Email “Bag”
Thank
you all!
Thoughts from
the Squirrel Lair
Meet Me in the Stairwell
This is a beautiful tribute
to those lost on September 11, 2001.
http://www.rosiev.com/Meet_Me_In_The_Stairwell.html
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Rooneyisms
If you will take the time to
read these, I promise you’ll come away with an enlightened perspective. The subjects covered affect us all on a daily
basis. They were written by Andy Rooney,
a man who had the gift of so much with so few words. Enjoy!
I’ve learned…That the best
classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person.
I’ve learned…That when
you’re in love, it shows.
I’ve learned…That just one
person saying to me, “you’ve made my day!” makes my day.
I’ve learned…That having a
child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the
world.
I’ve learned… That being
kind is more important than being right.
I’ve learned…That you should
never say no to a gift from a child.
I’ve learned…That I can
always pray for someone when I don’t have the strength to help him in some
other way.
I’ve learned…That no matter
how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy
with.
I’ve learned…That sometimes
all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand.
I’ve learned…That simple
walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did
wonders for me as an adult.
I’ve learned…That life is
like a roll of toilet paper. The closer
it gets to the end, the faster it goes.
I’ve learned…That we should
be glad God doesn’t give us everything we ask for.
I’ve learned…That money
doesn’t buy class.
I’ve learned…That it’s those
small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.
I’ve learned…That under
everyone’s hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.
I’ve learned…That to ignore
the facts does not change the facts.
I’ve learned…That when you
plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to
hurt you.
I’ve learned…That love, not
time, heals all wounds.
I’ve learned…That the
easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people
smarter than I am.
I’ve learned…That everyone
you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile.
I’ve learned…That no one is
perfect until you fall in love with them.
I’ve learned…That life is
tough, but I’m tougher.
I’ve learned…That
opportunities are never lost; someone will take the ones you miss.
I’ve learned…That when you
harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.
I’ve learned…That I wish I
could have told my Mom that I love her one more time before she passed away.
I’ve learned…That one should
keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow he may have to eat them.
I’ve learned…That a smile is
an inexpensive way to improve your looks.
I’ve learned…That when your newly born grandchild holds your little finger in his
little fist, that you’re hooked for life.
I’ve learned…That everyone
wants to live on top of mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while
you’re climbing it.
I’ve learned…That the less
time I have to work with, the more things I get done.
Alumni Website
We have renewed the account that Wanda
Jackson had set up at the photo sharing website, picturetrail.com for the
Roosevelt Alumni: http://www.picturetrail.com/rooseveltalumni. She had posted many pictures from past
reunions, class panels, and old schools buildings along with write ups about
them. We thought you might find these
interesting if you haven’t visited this site in the past.
Cooperton Valley Picture Trail
The “
Interesting
Tidbits
Goose and a Scooter
This is an
interesting and fun story. Enjoy!
Turn on the sound, run in full screen (left click the little box at the
lower right of the You Tube screen)
http://www.youtube.com/embed/0czs_OtqrLA?rel=0
News
GENEALOGICAL
SOCIETY MEETING OCTOBER 9, 2012
The Kiowa
County Genealogical Society will meet at 7 p.m., Tuesday, October
9 in the Jake Slaner Room at the Jane
Phelan Library,
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A Southern Kiowa Christmas
The Southern Kiowa Chamber
will be hosting A Southern Kiowa Christmas in Snyder on December 15, 2012. The Chamber is in the planning stage for the
event. So far they expect to have
Breakfast with Santa, a Parade, a Drawing for Giveaways, and Vendor booths with
crafts, etc. for sale. As the plans are
finalized, we will more detailed information and times for the various events.
At this time the Chamber is
looking for vendors for this event. If
you would like to have a booth at the Southern Kiowa Christmas, please email candace.thurmond@gmail.com for
more information.
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The Roosevelt Senior Citizen Center
serves lunch on Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The cost is $4 for those 60 and over and $5
for the younger generation. Stop in and
enjoy a good meal while visiting with your friends.
The menu for next week is as follows:
Tuesday: Chicken Spaghetti, Mixed Veggies, Garlic
Toast, Relish Bar and Homemade Cinnamon Rolls.
Thursday: Deli Sandwiches on Homemade Rolls, Spicy
Fries, Relish Bar, and Banana Pudding.
Now, how many places do you find
homemade cinnamon rolls and deli rolls?
Sounds like something everyone would want to enjoy!
Birthdays and
Anniversaries
We
have compiled all of the birthday and anniversary information we could from
Wanda’s files. We are sure we are
missing some. Please send us the
birthdays and anniversaries for your family and friends so that we can have as
complete as list as possible. We are
going to start with what we have from Wanda’s files so if we miss you, please
send us the information so we have it for the news next year. In addition, should any of the birthdays we
list be wrong, also please let us know.
Happy Birthday
To:
October 6 – Elizabeth (Boydston) Miller, Class of 1969
October 6 – Bonnie (Smith)
Pickett
October 7 – Linda (Block)
Files, Class of 1967
October 7 – Donnie Cain – Cold Springs
October 7 – Pam Morris
October 9 – Lisa (Wiser) Lanini, Class of 1990
October 10 – Beverly Lile, Class of 1975
October 10 – Alexa Ellis
October 10 – Katie Thurmond
October 10 – Joyce Clark Henson, Class of 1945
October 10 – Peggy Watson
Wallis
October 11 – John David Taylor
October 11 – Frances (Roberts) Herod, Class of 1945
Happy Anniversary To:
October 8 – Brian and Leah (Bynum)
Bobrovicz, Class of 1967
Humor
Where Did the White Man Go Wrong?
Where did the white man go
wrong? Indian Chief ‘Two Eagles’ was
asked by a white government official, “You have observed the white man for 90
years. You’ve seen his wars and his
technological advances. You’ve seen his
progress, and the damage he’s done.” The
Chief nodded in agreement. The official
continued, “Considering all these events, in your opinion, where did the white
man go wrong?”
The Chief stared at the
government official for over a minute and then calmly replied. “When white man find land, Indians running
it, no taxes, no debt, plenty buffalo, plenty beaver, clean water. Women did all the work, Medicine man free,
Indian man spends all day hunting and fishing; all night have sex.”
Then the Chief leaned back
and smiled. “Only white man dumb enough to think he could improve system like that.”
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A Cowboy Named Fred
A drunken cowboy lay
sprawled across three entire seats in the posh Amarillo Theater. When the usher came by and noticed this, he
whispered to the cowboy, “Sorry, sir, but you’re allowed only one seat.”
The cowboy groaned but
didn’t budge.
The usher became more
impatient. “Sir, if you don’t get up
from there I’m going to have to call the manager.”
Once again, the cowboy just
groaned. The usher marched briskly back
up the aisle, and in a moment he returned with the manager.
Together the two of them
tried repeatedly to move the cowboy, but with no success.
Finally they summoned the
police. The Texas Ranger surveyed the
situation briefly, then asked, “All right buddy, what’s your name?”
“Fred,” the cowboy moaned.
“Where ya
from, Fred?” asked the Ranger.
With terrible pain in his
voice, and without moving a muscle, Fred replied,
“The Balcony…”
From the Email
“Bag”
September
27, 2012
When do the candidates start
concentrating on the American People and their plight? Everyone talks
about
What about us? People
dying because they don't have health insurance. People being put out of
their homes because their job has been sent out of country. When does
I saw this woman on HLN
news. She had been trying for 4 years to get a job with one of the major
league ball clubs and couldn't. She really wanted that job.
The problem she kept running into was that she was over-qualified. Every
where she went it was the same problem. But she hadn't given
up. She was still looking.
I don't believe the majority
of Americans don't want a job. That they would rather draw welfare or some
other (whatever)!! Believe me I know women who do and you couldn't feed a
cat off of that. Maybe that is why some seniors live off of cat food.
Child care is killing some mothers and I know some who work 2 jobs to make
ends meet.
I was fortunate.
Things were better when I worked and I was able as a single mother to take care
of my kids and pay my bills without their father’s help. He wanted
me to fail. He forgot I was from the cotton fields of
Where do these candidates
plan to get jobs?
Give them to American
workers instead of sending them out of the country. I know people
who have lost jobs for that very reason. And I am not going to get
started on the people I talk to when I call a customer service rep at any
business I call.
I can't relate to people
who have more money than they will ever spend in a lifetime. And
these candidates can't relate to poor people. They would have to walk in
their shoes if just for a day.
When do they make the
American people a priority? Talk is cheap. When do they bring the
solders home to protect our country? At this point, are we
really able to defend ourselves against any kind of attack? I
wonder!!!!
Linda (Elix) Newson
Class of 1968
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September
27, 2012
Thanks for the newsletters. They are very interesting and
entertaining. I really enjoyed the
article on The Marines helping the children at The Pentagon.
My wife Gwen and I thought
the world of Wanda Jackson. We were Ombudsman (volunteers) at the Ayers
Nursing Home in Snyder for about three years going two hours per week and spending
that time with those residents at the home. Each time when we went
through
Lou Sims
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September 28, 2012
Thank You both for the News!
Joye Johnson
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September 29, 2012
You know, everyone does not
share yours and Carolyn's view on Romney and the Republican party.
I, for one, would like to read the
Roosevelt news without having to read about Romney OR what Obama has done that
has ruined the
Brenda (Bagley) Phillips,
Class of 1967
(Editors note:
We know that everyone does not agree with what we say. And we feel it crucial to print what others
say—whether we agree with what they write or not. However, we are not unique in expressing our
opinions and concerns in this publication--that’s what happens in “editorials”
in all newspapers. Oh, I know this is
not a “real” newspaper and I am not a “real” editor, but for the time we put
into bringing this publication to each of you every week, I think we can take
some liberty in addressing issues that we feel are important--and believe me
this election IS NOT ONLY IMPORTANT, BUT CRUCIAL to the future direction of our
country.
I certainly believe that there are others who agree
with what Brenda wrote and if you do, I would respectfully encourage all who
fall into this category to re-read my editorial from last week and re-evaluate
what I really said rather than what is implied that I said. If you’ll look closely, you’ll suddenly
realize that I was much more critical of Romney than supportive and bemoaned
the fact that he was as I said, “the best that the Republican Party could
muster.” Additionally, I did not suggest
that each reader vote for the candidate of my choice, but that they research each
candidate on their own rather than listening to what the media feeds us--and
then “vote their choice.” I still stand
behind that. I also agree with Brenda
that I’d like to print more
I will close by saying that we--especially Carolyn--
put hours and hours each week into bringing this publication to over 375 of you
and fortunately so far the compliments have far outweighed the complaints. On a weekly basis the only “pay” we receive
is the written compliments and the feeling that the majority
of you do enjoy and appreciate what we do. Peace. -- mlm)
Political
Fodder
Where Do You
Fit In
THIS IS INTERESTING & FUN TO DO! And nobody will
know except you...
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/vote2012/quiz/
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Mainstream News Media
The following article on the
mainstream news media is very good and certainly gives one something to think
about. It is a little long but
definitely worth your time to read.
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Not “Your Father’s Obama”
If you are an Obama supporter,
does the “Obama” depicted in the following videos represent the one you plan to
vote for or is it yet a different “Obama?” Following is a short version
(selecting the most potentially controversial segments) of Candidate Obama’s
speech to a group of mostly African American pastors at a conference at Hampton
University in Hampton, VA, in 2007, with
the second being his complete speech.
This video was released on the eve of the Presidential Debates by a
right wing website – “The Daily Caller.”
Quite surprisingly, although coming from a right wing news source, the
video was discussed on traditional, liberal news channels Wednesday morning. CNN suggested it was not “new news” but
covered at the time by them. We put this
out for your viewing, not because we necessarily agree or disagree with the
news media’s “take” on this, but because we think it shows a President Obama
that we have not seen before and felt it was “fair game.” Note the dialect used, the tone, and the
mannerisms employed here. He appears to
be playing to his audience in a dialect far from the “Presidential” tone and
dialect we are accustomed to. The first
link to the speech is a little over 4 minutes in length while the second
link—the complete speech is approximately 36 minutes long. Take your pick or in all fairness listen to
both. Then decide which
is the “real Obama”--the one depicted here or the one we are most
familiar with. After deciding, convince
yourself which one will occupy the oval office for the next 4 years if he is
re-elected.
(Short version)
http://dailycaller.com/2012/10/02/obama-speech-jeremiah-wright-new-orleans/
(Complete Speech)
http://globalgrind.com/news/daily-caller-fox-news-racist-speech-obama-hampton-university-video
Obituaries
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Ray
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