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Family thanks those who cared about their loved one
Dear editor,
On Sunday, Aug. 26, our family lost our beloved Ross Robertson. A devoted husband, brother, father, grandfather, and uncle, his generosity and geniality will not be forgotten by those who knew him.
Our family was overwhelmed with the support and kindness from those that helped care for him in the final days and the fine staff of Weatherford institutions that ensured his funeral was a fitting memorial to an outstanding public servant.
We would like to warmly thank that staff and caregivers of Integra Hospice of Mineral Wells: Lora, Brenda and especially Jeannie — his morning sunshine. We are also indebted to caregivers Ramona and Cindy. The presence of all these fine women not only gave comfort to Ross, but also the family.
We are truly indebted to the Weatherford Fire Department for their moving and respectful contribution to Ross’ funeral. A volunteer fireman for 40 years, Ross dedicated his life to protecting Weatherford’s citizens. The fireman’s funeral, officiated by Chaplain Gene Smithwick, was a perfect send-off for our father. We were humbled by the sight of the city’s firetrucks along the route of the procession with the trucks’ crews standing at solemn attention. Ross would have been honored, and we thank Fire Chief Paul Rust and his amazing team. We also wish to thank the Weatherford Police Department for their professionalism and efficiency as the procession left Weatherford to Ross’ burial at Spring Creek Cemetery north of Weatherford.
As someone who worked tirelessly to make Weatherford a better place to live, Ross would have been both proud and humbled by the outpouring of generosity and kindness shown by this city and its citizens..
The Family of Ross L. Robertson Jr.
Extra zero needed in column
Dear editor,
Jim Brown’s column (“Mitt’s taxes in perspective,” Aug. 26 Viewpoints) is in error. If he is financial guru, he needs to get a better calculator. Mitt’s income of $21 million with an effective tax rate of 13.9 percent shows he paid $2.91 million in taxes, not $290,000 as the article states. Sure glad Mr. Brown is not my CPA.
Jerry Carter,
Corvallis, Ore.
The blur of military life
Dear editor,
I just dropped off one of my best friends in the Air Force at the airport a little bit ago. He’s on his way back home to California on leave.
Strange it seems, as it were, that it was more than likely the last time I’ll ever see the man. We said our goodbyes without a hint of emotion, and shook hands, then went on about our lives.
That is the nature of this wicked beast we’re a part of in the military. Saying goodbye becomes a way of life. Everyone is on the constant move double time, and there is no shoulder on this bleak road to pause and pull off onto for a short rest. You’re lucky if you get a peek at the scenery as you move swiftly along this highway. It’s always a blur, and you’re lucky to get a few blurry photographs along the way, so you can try and piece together the journey in your later years, so as not to feel at a total loss.
My trip along this road was shorter than many others, and a little longer than some. I was lucky, I think, because I made it to the exit ramp intact, and some aren’t so lucky.
Some make it there with horrible wounds. Some make it there in a flag draped coffin. I am grateful in many ways for the experience, but I am overwhelmingly happy that it has come to an end for me.
To those just now taking the on ramp I would say only to make sure you use caution, and try to snap as many pictures along the way as possible, and do your damnedest to make sure you aren’t one of those unlucky people that make their way back home in one of those wooden boxes.
Is it honorable? Yes.
But your family and friends never want your trip to end on that note.
I’ll see you all when I see you. Let the good times roll.
Jesse Caulder,
Weatherford
Viewpoints
Letters to the editor, Sunday, Sept. 9
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CNHI EDITORIAL: Seizure of AP phone records an insult to independent press
Distrust of government secrecy has been elevated to an exceptional level with the disclosure the Justice Department covertly examined two months of Associated Press phone records to determine who leaked details to the AP about a foiled terrorist plot.
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NOW HEAR THIS: ‘What we’ve got here is a failure to communicate’
This famous quote addressing communication failure is a classic line from the 1967 movie “Cool Hand Luke,” starring Paul Newman. Strother Martin, who played the role of the warden in a southern prison, would use this phrase every time he gave Luke a good whack with his baton. The concept resonated so well with moviegoers that it was voted No. 11 of the 100 all-time favorite movie quotes according to the American Film Institute.
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Letters to the Editor – May 19, 2013
Do you remember the “MISSION ACCOMPLISHED” sign that the personnel on the USS Abraham Lincoln displayed to greet President Bush when he went out to greet them?
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Guest opinion: Campaign with honor
All politics is local and personal! I hope that you and your family have a wonderful summer, filled with relationship building experiences and times of relaxation. As you do all the things that re-charge us for the next round at work and involvement in community and political activities, let’s reflect on the 2013 local elections for a moment.
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TISCIONE: Woe for calling evil good
You don’t often see “woe” used in an article. It’s a word that has fallen out of usage in our day. But it’s a word that ought to be understood and taken seriously.
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Letters to the Editor – May 17, 2013
As mercury pollution threatens our waterways and carbon pollution-fueled climate change worsens extreme weather, we need someone in Washington who knows how to get things done.
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Letters to the Editor – May 15, 2013
I just wanted to express my heartfelt thanks to the slobs, idiots and inconsiderate people who continually decorate the beautiful Texas landscape with their trash. I guess it’s really a form of art with beer bottles and cans, boxes, plastic drink containers, food packaging and just about anything else you can think of. It just doesn’t appeal to me. Thank you.
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NOW HEAR THIS: Not by the hairs of my chinny chin chin
I had never really considered this possibility, but every one of the Three Little Pigs was almost certainly a guy. I know that assumption is not particularly popular from an equal opportunity standpoint, but the fact is fairly certain. How do I know? They all three had hair on their chinny chin chins.
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ESTES: Securing a bright future for Texas
Texas businesses have created more than 500,000 jobs since November 2011. Our economy is growing nearly 50 percent faster than the rest of the country and our cost of living remains low.
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TISCIONE: ‘It’s not about me’
“It is good to give thanks to the LORD, to sing praises to your name, O Most High; to declare your steadfast love in the morning and your faithfulness by night.”
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