Speak Out A 09/21/02

Didn't suffer a loss

THE ODDS are that the persistent Speak Out caller who keeps calling for society to get over Sept. 11 likely didn't lose a loved one as a result of the terrorist attacks.

More rock at the fair

I HOPE the fact that .38 Special drew the biggest crowd of all the performers at the fair proves to the fair board how wrong it is in thinking that everyone around here only listens to country music. How about next year having two rock groups and one country. There are a lot of us baby boomers out here who love our rock 'n' roll and will fill the grandstand if you give us what we want.

Competitive market

I'M LIVING on retirement and a pension, but I certainly feel for these people who have to get out and work for minimum wage. I know what it was like when I was a teenager. The market is highly competitive now. Everyone goes to college, and you're in competition with others who have a college degree. There aren't that many jobs around. If you don't believe in the minimum wage, then put in rent control. But you don't want that, because that's too much government. I think people want to better themselves, but you need money for a degree, and there have to be jobs available.

A good dedication

THE Central High School dedication was a wonderful event. Thanks to Brother David for coming over and blessing the school. Mike Cowan, the principal, is just wonderful. He has so much enthusiasm for learning and education. He's going to be a wonderful asset to the community. Sen. Jean Carnahan gave a nice speech.