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The Heart of a (City) Father  by Sue Orsen.  "He's been on the job as city administrator of Victoria for almost a full year now, enough time for us to begin to gauge where his heart lies."  Click on Feature.
Let Freedom Ring by Tom Stumpf, Cowboy Correspondent.  "Hero.  (heer-oh).  Noun.  Man endowed with superhuman powers, as evidenced by his exploits, distinguished for bravery.  See heroin for same qualities, female …"
Dear Victoria Residents from Mary Jo Copeland.  " … I am excited about the possibility of locating our children's home in such a caring, loving, concerned, faith-filled community as Victoria.  I pray that we will have your support.  Please help us build Mary's House for the children in need …"
Build Families, Not Orphanages!  From Joe Kroll, Executive Director North American Council on Adoptable Children.  "Pediatricians, public health experts, and child psychiatrists from Boston University School of Medicine and Harvard University studied the orphanage issue and found that young children re unique vulnerable to the medical and psychosocial hazards of institutional care …"
Mary's House, A Campus for Kids from Sharing & Caring Hands.  "Sharing and Caring Hands has set up a separate nonprofit corporation named Gift of Mary, with the mission of building, running, and maintaining a children's home for kids in need of a safe, secure, nurturing family environment that will help them grow physically, emotionally, spiritually, academically."
Letter to Mary Jo Copeland from the Six Judges of the State of MN District #1 Court.  "… One of the ongoing problems with our court system is the limited funding and resources available to us.  An orphanage would be a welcome option for the courts to consider …"
Doin' What Comes Naturally by Jim Larkin, Amicus curiae et editoris.  "If there is no inherent human tendency toward good, no one has the right to force their conclusions on others, whether by law or otherwise …"
Not in My Backyard by Pastor Frank Jones, Lake Auburn Moravian Church.  "I'd really not have these geese in my backyard.  Sometimes, because of them, I have to watch where I step.  I know that we've destroyed lots of nesting environments that would have supported them and their families …"
New Venture for Victoria by Marlene Speltz, Administrator, Victoria Chamber of Commerce.  "Victoria's Farmer's Market begins Saturday, June 9th, from 8 a.m. till 12 noon and is located in the parking lot of the 1600 Arboretum Blvd. Building …"
A Biker's Perspective by Thom Derr, Rough Rider.  "I did not start riding until after I was 50, and today it is a large part of my life.  It's the season now, so watch for us as we wave to you from our motorcycles."
Independence Hotel by Father Bob White, St. Victoria Catholic Church.  "Built in the 1880's during the peak of the mining boom, the three-story structure was once considered one of the elegant hotels in all the West.  But now, in 1969, rundown and dilapidated, it's been turned into a boarding house.  The $2.50 a night rent attracts local hippies and impoverished students like myself who come for the summer looking for work …"
Clinging to the Cross by Pastor Thomas Braun, Christ Victorious Lutheran Church.  "In the fall of 1996 they planned a youth retreat, and each of the youth and leaders received a white stone with a black cross and the empty tomb marked on it … Clem died clinging to the cross …"
War on Work Wives by Lee Clark, The Practical Pig.  "A lot of our husbands who still work have them, you know.  I call them Work Wives.  They look simply darling every day at the office.  They're efficient, usually answer the phone for him, and always ask who's calling.  Haven't you gnashed your teeth and not said, 'I'm Betty Crocker, Fifi LaRue, or Goldie Got Rocks.'?"
Council's Column by Councilmember Dave Lindgren.  "I just finished reading the latest City of Victoria Newsletter and am amazed at all the programs that are being offered through the city's Parks & Recreation Dept. …"
Natural Golf by Tom Abts, Deer Run Golf Pro.  "Natural Golf is based on the swing of Moe Norman, a unique Canadian Tour player.  Do I think Natural Golf is the answer?  No, but I don't believe any one swing style is the answer."
Senior Citizens News by Ethel Ausink, Sr. Citizens Reporter.  "For those graduating from high school … Whatever you choose to do in life, make sure it makes you happy … Don't lie or cheat to get anything …"
The Hamster by Janie Jasin, Motivational Speaker.  "What is a pet?  Does it need to be smart, responsive, cozy, and good company? …"
The Sheriff's Shingle by Bud Olson, Carver County Sheriff.  "The purpose of the MN Sheriff's Association is to provide better education and training for law enforcement personnel and to educate the general public …"
Sketches by Sara by Sara Hanlon, Mill House Gallery.  "We tend to define Modern Art as abstract, pop, op, or conceptual … Every artist today is producing modern art … Long ago Mozart was a modern composer …"
FIRELINE by Tom Walsh, Victoria Fire Department.  "Please ask recent telephone solicitors for a return address and telephone number.  Be careful."

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