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  The National Mall: A grassy corridor in Washington, D.C., lined with America’s greatest museums and monuments.

  Ending at the U.S. Capitol building, it is a symbol of our belief in the power and greatness of America. Last weekend, we turned it into a mass grave.

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May 2, 2012

READERS’ FORUM: May 2, 2012

Anonymous ---- The Tribune Star Wed May 02, 2012, 05:00 AM EDT

TERRE HAUTE —

Bryan an asset to County Council

If you search for the definition of public servant in the dictionary you are likely to find a picture and  name of Bill Bryan.

Bill has served in the capacity of county commissioner from 1999-2006 and is currently on the County Council since 2009. His soft-spoken manner, quiet demeanor and care for his community is surpassed only by his tenacious ability to thoroughly research all topics presented before he and his colleagues. Only after thorough and careful scrutinization of all facts would they consider knowledgeable resolutions.

My experience with my friend Bill date back to the early 1980s when he was proprietor of the Riley Custom Meat Market. His expertise as a meat cutter, efficiency, and a cordial personality lent itself well to the success of his business. After selling his business in 1997 he was highly encouraged by Jim Diehl and many others to run for public office.

In 1999, Bill was elected as county commissioner and became instrumental in accomplishing the following positive impacts on our community: development of state-of-the-art juvenile center, restoration of the courthouse, badly needed restoration of the jail facility, acquisition of a new county building (the annex) and a work-release center. As a council member he is  chairman of the annual budget committee and also sits on the budget adjustment, transfers and appropriations committee.

As a community, it is our responsibility to reward citizens with the dedication and perseverance that Bill has proudly demonstrated. He is seeking re-election on May 8 as a council member at-large and it is our duty to see that Bill Bryan is re-elected to continue the progress of improving our community with his experience, knowledge, dedication and enthusiasm. Bill exemplifies the role of a loving husband, father and grandfather and displays a superior degree of integrity. Family values are and integral part of who Bill Bryan really is and represents.

Common sense tells me that Bill Bryan is definitely the person I want in that office. Bill is truly an asset to our community.

— Dr. Larry W. Browder

Terre Haute

Gravity proven, evolution is not

I am replying to the letter from Dr. Richard Ditteon, Ph.D., Professor of Physics, of April 17, who after reading my letter regarding evolution, is claiming that there is no difference between a law and a theory. As an example, he cited Newton’s Law of Gravity in a comparison with Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity, which he claims rendered Newton’s law obsolete.

I feel Dr. Richard Ditteon, Ph.D., got lost in semantics and missed my point entirely, so let me simplify it for him: According to Newton’s law, when you drop an object it falls to the ground. That fact will never become “obsolete”. Gravity is real and proven; evolution is not.

— C. Robert Follett

Terre Haute

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• MAX JONES: For loyal readers, a bit of news from the T-S newsroom

  As journalists toiling to create a content-rich, relevant and compelling community newspaper each day, we feel a special bond with our legions of readers across the Wabash Valley and beyond.

  June 17, 2013  

• GUEST COLUMN: One Million Bones exhibit meant to raise awareness, inspire action to end genocide

  The National Mall: A grassy corridor in Washington, D.C., lined with America’s greatest museums and monuments.

  Ending at the U.S. Capitol building, it is a symbol of our belief in the power and greatness of America. Last weekend, we turned it into a mass grave.

  June 16, 2013 5 Photos  

• EDITORIAL: Insisting on ISTEP quality lawmakers’ primary duty

  Now that everyone, on both sides of the aisle, seems backslappingly happy to agree that this spring’s ISTEP school testing debacle was unacceptable, that at least some of the results lack credibility and that the issue carries high-stakes significance, what next?

  June 16, 2013  

• The Obama Debate: Is he a liar or incompetent?

  I read the letters on the opinion page daily and I find an unusual silence from your liberal progressive contributors lately. Could it be because they don’t have anything to expound upon? Well, maybe I can give them some material.

  June 16, 2013  

• A Fathers Day Tribute: Transition — from child to father

  Transition seems like a big word to use as his story unfolds. Transition was probably never used in conjunction with speech, his speech, but it demonstrates his life, as it does in many lives lived in his generation.

  June 16, 2013  

• READERS' FORUM: June 16, 2013

  Horrible crime cries out for stern justice

  Confused about groups’ merger

  Global warming fraud exposed

  June 16, 2013  

• The Obama Debate: President has served us well

  I have not heard a positive thing by those in this area about this president since his 2008 election and 2009 inauguration. Why this manifestation, I just can’t understand.

  June 16, 2013  

• RONN MOTT: Not hurried a bit by 21st century tech

  Unlike so many of you, I do not get up in the morning and run to turn on my computer. In fact, if you need to reach me in a hurry, I would say that 19th century invention of Alexander Bell’s would be the best way. If you do email me or use some other electronic convenience, better give it a couple of days because I am not in that big of a hurry.

  June 15, 2013  

• READERS' FORUM: June 15, 2013

  America needs another hero

   

  June 15, 2013  

• EDITORIAL: And now we wait for justice

  It is a word we would rather never have on our front page — homicide. That we had to use it twice on Wednesday’s front page is sad, but unavoidable.

  June 14, 2013 2 Stories  

• READERS' FORUM: June 14, 2013

  Mott statements contradict history

  Display the flag

  June 14, 2013  

• RONN MOTT: Kill the Umpire!

  I don’t know who appointed Major League Baseball’s umpires “Gods,” but if they have been appointed “Gods,” they have appointed people who cannot see or think very well.

  June 13, 2013 1 Photo  

• READERS' FORUM: June 13, 2013

  Bad odor from gas prices

  Build personal library

  Morning after? No worries

  June 13, 2013  

• EDITORIAL: Remembering Sister Jeanne

  Terre Haute is mourning the loss this week of an accomplished and beloved community activist and leader whose life’s work is an inspiration to all who strive to serve.

  June 13, 2013  

• EDITORIAL: Embrace the value of traffic planning

  Never underestimate the value of a good plan to deal with a crisis, large or small, even if the final analysis of the management of a specific crisis is, “It could have been worse.”

  June 12, 2013  

• READERS' FORUM: June 12, 2013

  Like it or not, change coming

  June 12, 2013  

• RONN MOTT: What’s happening?

  I know I may have looked at these situations differently when I was in my twenties.  The world, my life, my career, and the growth of my family all lay ahead of me.  So perhaps now, many years later, I see it differently.

  June 11, 2013 1 Photo  

• READERS’ FORUM: June 11, 2013

  • Great support for local cause

  • Another idea on housing issue

  June 11, 2013  

• LIZ CIANCONE: Withdrawn society not very social any more

  My Best Friend and I went out for lunch the other day. It was a sit-down place with our own “server” (in my day I was called “a waitress”) and everything offering personal attention. The manager even came over to ask if everything was all right.

  June 11, 2013  

• READERS’ FORUM: June 10, 2013

  • What is the cost of our austerity?

  • Vintage campers to gather at rally

  • Seek a healthy food alternative

  June 10, 2013  

• EDITORIAL: It’s time to assess ISTEP

  Later this month, the company behind this spring’s abysmal online administration of ISTEP testing for 27,000 Hoosier schoolchildren is being called to the principal’s office.

  June 9, 2013  

• Readers’ Forum: June 9, 2013

  • Taking time to help the world

  • Reform by politics will not improve education

  • Questions from a wondering mind

  June 9, 2013  

• FLASHPOINT: Storm chasers must heed warnings, remember why we chase storms

  The tragic death of noted weather researcher and former Discovery Channel storm chaser Tim Samaras has shaken all of us in the meteorological community.

  June 9, 2013  

• Will you be happy if you win the lottery?

  A Psychology Today article titled “What Will You Do if You Win the $550 Million Powerball Lottery?” caught my attention. Helping lottery winners with their money is my long-time gig.

  June 9, 2013  

• RONN MOTT: The ‘wilds’ of Collett Park

  June 8, 2013 1 Photo  

• EDITORIAL: Fix fraud, don’t punish needy

  Waste and fraud in government programs should be rooted out vigilantly. Legislation should fix a problem with a fitting solution, not punish the needy.

  June 7, 2013  

• READERS' FORUM: June 7, 2013

  Thanks to those who helped VYFL

  June 7, 2013  

• RONN MOTT: Continuous War

  The President spoke to the nation the other day about being at a continuous war, and he didn’t feel it is a good thing for the country. He is absolutely correct. So what do we do with the Muslim terrorists?

  June 6, 2013 1 Photo  

• EDITORIAL: Noteworthy in the news: An anniversary to honor

  The anniversary we observe today is one that will forever live in the soul of America.

  June 6, 2013  

• READERS' FORUM: June 6, 2013

  Unions need to educate public

  Can it really happen here?

  June 6, 2013  

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