Catholics Must Choose To Include
     As a Catholic who values Jesus’ model of inclusion and love for all God’s people, I am deeply disappointed that the Vatican has chosen to exclude and distance itself from other Christian churches.
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Thoughts On
S.R. Gym Vote
     I have some items to consider in regard to the proposed gymnasium addition to the South Royalton School, some of my own and some that I have discussed with others.
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Women Abused
In the Military
     Women thinking about a career in the military should really beware of the dangers. Thousands of women are being raped in the military. Then they are being allowed to get raped all over again by the military system of justice.
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SoRo Thrift Shop
Is Endangered
     The Board of the South Royalton Senior Citizens met and decided to close the Thrift Shop that is located conveniently at the back of 108 Chelsea, the popular South Royalton eatery.
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Not Another
     Dollar Store!
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Ken Burns Film
Honors WW2 Vets
     If you are not already a fan of Public Television, this month you will become one. On Sept. 23, Ken Burns’ film "The War," about America in World War II, will premiere on PBS stations, including Vermont Public Television.
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SoRo School
Is Special
     As a member of the school faculty, I feel it is important to let the South Royalton community know that you have a very special school that is in a prime position to grow.
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Reasons To Vote
For New Gym
     We are writing this letter in support of the building project for the South Royalton School. Even though all of our children have already gone through the school system we feel strongly that the project will address issues that the school and the community is and has been facing.
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Peace Walks
In Rochester
     On Saturday, Aug. 25 the last peace walk was a wonderful success, and the peace symbol has been embroidered with the dates of the eight Saturdays’ peace walks along with "2007 Independence Day Rochester Vermont"—and it is ready for its upcoming trip to D.C!
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Can’t Find Funds
For Gravestone
     My name is Carol Knowles. Last November I lost my dear husband Winston Knowles.
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Dirt Bike Track
Just Too Close
     I read the Herald the week of Aug. 23 about the Timians going to the Royalton Selectboard about the dirt bike track. I then read the article about the track and events.
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Dollar Store
Would Detract
     Back when the Rose Bowl was replaced by the Family Dollar, a long-time Randolph resident observed, "Nothing says ‘armpit community’ like a Dollar Store when you drive into town."
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Future of School
At Stake in SoRo
     I thank The Herald for publishing letters in the last two issues that describe how sensible the South Royalton New Gym proposal is. I have already voted YES. (The Town Clerk is open 9-3 Monday-Thursday.)
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