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Thursday, May 4
Al-Anon
Al-Anon meetings are now hybrid. The in-person gathering every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at St. Peter’s Episcopal, 306 W. Euclid, can be accessed by Zoom. For more …
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5/4/23
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Sheriff destroys 2 barrels mash and 50 gallons of wine; Yale man arrested
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Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives
100 Years Ago
May 4, 1923
Alexander Howat, deposed president of the Kansas district, United Mine Workers, has been denied …
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By Phil Burgert
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5/4/23
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Couple thinks son's wife is stealing medication
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DEAR ABBY: Our daughter-in-law has stolen Adderall from our house on three separate occasions. My husband and I reluctantly suspected her after the second occurrence. Last weekend she was here again, …
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By Abigail Van Buren
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5/4/23
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Math to the Nines
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Teaching mathematics is treacherous. First off, people will walk up to you and tell you to your face that they hate mathematics. And they are proud. There is constant pressure to change the way …
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By Bobby Neal Winters
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5/3/23
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Wife incensed when secret revealed
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DEAR ABBY: My son recently confided that his fiancee is pregnant with our first grandchild. He asked me not to share this information with my wife, his mother. He knew she would be upset because he …
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By Abigail Van Buren
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5/3/23
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Wednesday, May 3
Building Strong Readers
Children up to age 5 are invited to Girard Public Library, 128 W. Prairie St. In Girard, for stories and a craft from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Program for …
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5/3/23
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Wednesday, May 3
Pittsburg Sunrise Rotary
Meets at 7 a.m. every first and third Wednesday of the month at the Knights of Columbus Hall at the northeast corner of 11th and Joplin streets.
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5/3/23
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Frauds, Scams, & Cons—Oh My!
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I like the movie “The Sting” (cue up “The Entertainer” to be your earworm the rest of the day). I readily admit part of the attraction is watching Paul Newman and Robert Redford—they’re …
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By Carol Ann Robb / Pittsburg Public Library
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5/3/23
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Crop duster treated, released after striking power lines near McCune
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Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives
100 Years Ago
May 3, 1923
Canadian immigration has not yet determined action with respect to Alexander Howat, deposed Kansas district …
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By Phil Burgert
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5/3/23
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Tuesday, May 2
Art Exploration Instruction
Join Gallery artists Pat Glick and Laura Wright every Tuesday afternoon for a fun time working on citizens’ own projects or art from 12:30 to 2 …
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5/2/23
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Tuesday, May 2
Pittsburg Noon Rotary
Pittsburg Noon Rotary meets at noon on Tuesdays at Via Christi Hospital. Visit the group's Facebook page, Pittsburg Noon Rotary Club.
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5/2/23
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Be on the alert for Medicare scams
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Last week I attended a state conference and during that time I became acquainted with a woman who told me of a recent Medicare scam that she had fallen victim to through no fault of her own. She said …
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By Lois Carlson
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5/2/23
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Son wants to meet someone but doesn't know where to look
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DEAR ABBY: My son will celebrate his 40th birthday soon. He was diagnosed with schizophrenia at 15 and basically lost the years between 15 and 21. Thankfully, at 21, he was given medication that …
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By Abigail Van Buren
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5/2/23
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Frontenac motorman spies body near tracks; man just sleeping it off
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Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives
100 Years Ago
May 2, 1923
Bishop William F. Anderson, of Cincinnati, conducted the dedication services at McCune Sunday night …
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By Phil Burgert
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5/2/23
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Saturday, April 29
Cowboy Days
The Crawford County Historical Museum is hosting Cowboy Days on Saturday, April 29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attractions include roping demonstrations, trick …
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4/29/23
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Abuse survivor turns to food to deal with troubled past
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DEAR ABBY: In many ways, I am blessed. I have an amazing family, a great husband and a well-paying job that I enjoy. My only problem is, I hate myself. I hide my pain with humor (I'm pretty funny). I …
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By Abigail Van Buren
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4/29/23
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Thrown for a loop: Thoughts on proposed bypass
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I studied Italian with two former Republic of Frontenackers: Ozzie “The Professor” Bartelli and Millo “The Socratic Bulldozer” Farneti. Though I did not master the language, I did retain a …
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By JT Knoll
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4/29/23
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Siblings take different approach toward mother
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DEAR ABBY: Our mom just turned 100, and she is in good health. I threw a big birthday celebration to honor this amazing woman. My brother and I were adopted as infants. She gave us a fabulous …
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By Abigail Van Buren
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4/28/23
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A wholesome grain salad
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There is something intrinsically gratifying about a hearty grain salad. Fresh and chewy, brimming with greens and chopped vegetables, it's nutritious, versatile and satisfying. This bulgur salad is …
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By Lynda Balslev
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4/28/23
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State board debates regulations for girls' dormitories
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Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives
100 Years Ago
April 28, 1923
Cooperation of the transportation committees of the Chambers of Commerce of Kansas City, Mo., and …
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By Phil Burgert
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4/28/23
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