Obama reminds reader of ‘Uncle Dave’ Dear Editor,
I listened to the presidential debate the other night, it took me back to my childhood some seventy years ago.
In our neighborhood, there was a man we called him Uncle Dave. Every time he came around we would say, “Uncle Dave tell us a story.”
Boy, he could tell some big stories — some of them was half true, but most of them was not.
After listening to President Obama’s stories, I thought, “Man, Uncle Dave is still alive....
Reader supports Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Dear Editor,
As many of your readers know, this month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. What most people do not know is that October is also Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month.
While I am a supporter of breast cancer research, I understand it is important that the community be made aware of the devastating effects of breast cancer, however it saddens me that while most busine...
Reader supports Noreen Saunders Dear Editor,
Visiting the license bureau probably doesn’t top your list of favorite things to do. But, if you live in Gallia County, it is plain to see that the experience has become much more pleasant throughout the last 15 years.
It is likely that a variety of factors contributed to this change, but we are confident that the hard work of our Clerk of Courts Noreen Saunders has been significantly vital. But the pleasant atmosphere she ha...
Reader impressed with Holzer Halloween Dear Editor,
I would like to take this opportunity to convey special thanks and commend Holzer Health System for organizing and carrying out their annual Halloween Treat Street held on Tuesday, Oct. 23rd. Simply put, Holzer’s went above and beyond average expectations for a trick or treat event held for kids and family members. I hope everyone who attended this event realizes the amount of volunteer service time and extra work the administr...
Longtime patient says goodbye to physician Dear Editor,
I came to Gallipolis in 1950 to attend the Holzer School of Nursing. I worked in this profession for 48 years. Needless to say, I came in contact and worked with many, many physicians during these years.
My present physician is Dr. Aaron Karr at the Silver Bridge Plaza with the Ohio Valley Physicians. I have been a patient of his for over six years. He is one of the most outstanding physicians that I have known. He is extreme...
New system protects medical identity Dear Editor,
It is with great pride that I write this letter to commend CrossChx and Holzer Health System on their implementation of biometrics registration throughout our health care system.
At each outpatient registration desk in Holzer, an individual will be asked if they would like to register their fingerprint with their medical record. In doing so, your fingerprint is being tied to your electronic health record, enhancing the securi...
Reader airs strong opinions about Obama Dear Editor,
Why I couldn’t vote for Obama: His taxes are just a start to his ruination of America. His foreign policies are atrocious. No American president has ever bowed to our enemies except Obama. The media gives the excuse of his being tall. I saw a news clip of him shaking hands with young children and not bowing.
He says he would stand with Israel, but his actions doesn’t show it. He is an eloquent speaker, but his words are empty...
Reader encourages participation in vigil Dear Editor,
Now is the time for the churches of America to awaken and arise wiping the sand from our eyes. The Pied Piper has played his lullaby and put many churches to sleep. The time to wake up is now! The time to take action is now! How could we be so silent while more than 54 million innocent babies have been aborted? Is God dead? Is He deaf and blind? Is there no judgement? There isn’t if He is dead. There isn’t if He cannot see what...
Reader discourages bullying at sports events Dear Editor,
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Hazing, harassment, intimidation or bullying (HHIB) can affect everyone and can cause many negative outcomes including impacts on mental health, substance use and suicide.
Attend a local youth event, and you will know exactly what I’m talking about in regards to HHIB. Our youth and families are hearing inappropriate comments. We can all step up and model respect by not engaging i...
Reader questions motive for anti-McGhee letter Dear Editor,
I am writing concerning the letter in the Tribune dated October 2, 2012, by James and JoAnna Adkins. I believe some of the information submitted is false.
I know for a fact that the Adkins’ are paying payments on their taxes. It is public record, and the information can be obtained at the courthouse.
Why would you complain about Steve McGhee when you were delinquent yourself and making payments?
Concerned Democrat but vot...
Reader poses question: Are we being bamboozled? Dear Editor,
Is the American public being “bamboozled”? I believe we are.
While there is much debate about ObamaCare and what may be hidden in it, in my opinion this is just a smokescreen to pull our attention away from the more important issue. You don’t need to take my word for it. Check it out for yourself — I’ll tell you how.
Go online and pull up Obama’s birth certificate. Examine the long form (finally) released by the White House...
Reader shows concern for environment To the Editor:
It came to my attention recently that Eastern Elementary school is planning a Go Pink! For Breast Cancer Awareness day on Oct. 18th.
I think this is a great thing, my mother is a breast cancer survivor, as well as other members of my family and the message of early detection early cure is an important one to send.
What’s bothering me about this is the plan to release hundreds of pink helium filled balloons into the air. I...
Reader addresses Mormon questions Dear Editor,
Regarding a letter you received saying the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day-Saints (slang names, “Mormon and LDS”) believe their church leader is a living prophet of God; and his or her question of how that would effect Mitt Romney if he were elected.
The person was correct, President Thomas S. Monson (the president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) is an actual prophet of God. The person ...
Reader provides vote of confidence for Ryan Smith Dear Editor,
I am very impressed by Ryan Smith and want to take this opportunity to share with the voters in this area my experience with Mr. Smith. After “The Storm” on June 29, 2012, our emergency management director was doing all he could do to get supplies to our area that were needed for the people of Vinton County, without much success. Ryan Smith and Josh Mandel came to Vinton County to check on the damages and to see what was needed...
Americans should take civic duty seriously Dear Editor,
The moral decline of our nation should be a wake-up call to all Americans to get involved in their government and turn this country back to the principles and freedoms intended by our founding fathers.
There are no guarantees that we will continue to be a free and respectful society if we continue down the same path we have already come, ignoring our spiritual and political responsibilities, and falsely believing that all wil...
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