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I noticed on the St. Louis Cardinals schedule this season they are to play the Baltimore Orioles May 20-22 at home. It was 70 years ago this season that the St. Louis Browns became the Orioles and 80 years ago that St. Louis had both major league teams in the 1944 World Series. I wonder…
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I am writing in response to Mark Felsman’s letter of February 16. It is incorrect to characterize asylum seekers as “illegal immigrants.” Under international law, anyone has the right to apply for asylum in any country that has signed the 1951 United Nations Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees and to remain there until the…
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No One? The Group? The Hair? How about the Who? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 870 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Welcome again to our three-part weekend series dealing with on how some of the most famous rock singers and bands came up with their stage names. Today’s final installment…
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According to some estimates, some one million people came out to the parade and celebration event in Kansas City for the Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs on Wednesday. Many came with their children, who had the day off from school, to see their beloved Chiefs. Many left worried for their lives as gunshots were…
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Like Lynyrd Skynyrd, Meat Loaf also had the last laugh with a gym coach … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 869 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Welcome back to part two of our three-part weekend feature on how some of the best-known rock singers and bands came up with their stage…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 Apparently, Cream’s Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce did not lack confidence … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 868 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Welcome to another of our three-part weekend features, this one dealing with how some of the most famous rock singers…
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I am replying to Catherine Frederick’s letter. Does she realize these people have entered our country illegally? If we have no borders, we have no country. No one blames them for wanting a better life, but is America obligated to accept everyone who wants a better life? Isn’t our government’s first obligation to its own…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, Feb. 15 2024 If ever a particular was born to play a specific part, it seems Jerry Seinfeld is perfect to play Bill Post … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 865 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I first fell in love with Pop-Tarts when I was a wee…
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I am writing in regard to the recent discussions among city leaders and community members regarding the possibility of buses or trains full of migrants arriving in Quincy. Whether or not such a situation ever occurs, I’d like to remind our leaders and fellow community members of Quincy’s history of being a welcoming and hospitable…
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“I don’t hold hands. I don’t kiss in public. And don’t call me honey.” We discussed a romantic relationship like a business deal as I curled up on the couch in my downtown Hannibal apartment. He sat on what had been deemed “his couch” over the last seven years I had called him my best…
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And yes, I truly would have loved to have known Rogers Hornsby … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 864 of The Daily Dirt. 1. More than anything else, the start of baseball season is a time of renewal. It’s a renewal of spirit, competition and a special kind of love for…
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I’m writing in reference to Ms. Frederick’s question about illegals. A. There is a difference between LEGAL immigrants and ILLEGAL immigrants. B. There is a system in place for immigrants to enter our country LEGALLY. C. Yes, there are plenty of jobs available for LEGAL immigrants to get and make a nice future for their…
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I predict after you are finished with today’s Daily Dirt, you will be singing “We Are The World” for the rest of the day … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 863 of The Daily Dirt. 1. A few years ago, the Phoenix New Times named what it felt were the 10…
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I recently read the following Ask MRN story: “Have you heard the rumor that the old ShopKo building is being retrofitted to bring in illegals from other countries to live/house/etc.? Please investigate. We absolutely don’t want this in western Illinois.” I was appalled, but not surprised, when I read this question sent to MRN. I…
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Work is beginning on the Sixth Street Promenade. And so starts the naysayers. Back in 2020, the City of Quincy applied to the State of Illinois for a grant to help pay for a Sixth Street Promenade development. It was rejected. Not discouraged, a year later city officials gave it another shot. Rejected.…
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The numbers, as they say, do not lie … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 863 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Was there any way the Kansas City Chiefs could lose the Super Bowl with Taylor Swift on their side? Consider the following: Much has been made of the No. 13 and…
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The reason why the NFL uses roman numerals to designate what number of Super Bowl it is pure genius … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 862 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Welcome to Super Bowl Sunday. As you prepare your game-time snacks and straighten up the house for the influx of…
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You could hear a pin drop if it weren’t for the preacher standing in front of the congregation talking about the ultimate sacrifice. “He was beaten.” Meeting eyes around the room, he paced back and forth as he spoke. “He was bludgeoned.” His voice rose just a little. “Jesus Christ was hung on a cross…
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NFL sounds a bit demanding when it comes to Super Bowl host cities … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 861 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s Saturday, and we’re just one day from the Super Bowl. Here are 10 things to consider between now and kickoff: 2. It’s time for The Daily…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, Feb. 9, 2024 I’d probably lean toward those “Mayhem” commercials as my favorite(s) … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 860 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Ever wondered how much some of those familiar faces (and voices) on TV commercials receive for their talents? Well, I have. Here are…
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Who will see more on TV Sunday, Taylor Swift or Patrick Mahomes’ wife, Brittany? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 860 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Sure, there’s a big football game Sunday, but there’s also the much-anticipated side action involving Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. The Super Bowl-related prop bets…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024 Wednesday is often considered the most unpopular day of the week. Here’s a few light thoughts to help you get past hump day … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 859 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Welcome to hump day. At this point of the week,…
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Please address your thoughts on my criticism of Vin Scully to J. Robert Gough or David Adam … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 857 of The Daily Dirt. 1. MLB teams will soon start gathering at spring training sites, which means the sounds of America’s pastime will soon be with us.…
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Never once in my life have I ever wanted to travel to a Super Bowl. The ensuing information is one reason why … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 857 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Last week in The Daily Dirt we discussed how high the ticket prices are for this year’s…
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Music videos aside, what about all those kangaroos? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 857 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I had always wondered what the most popular YouTube music videos might be, but had never really looked into it until a few days ago. My first thought when piecing together…
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