Clausie Smith

Clausie Smith is a contributing columnist and former publisher of The Chieftain and Sentinel.

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A ‘freaky’ Monday
May 15, 2013
I will admit that I had a bit of a freaky feeling when I looked at my May calendar… There were no governmental meetings listed, which is probably the first time that has happened in more than a decade.
Early days of baseball
May 8, 2013
I couldn’t help but think how lucky baseball fans are with modern, convenient and attractive venues to attend baseball games.
Saying so long to favorite entertainments hard to do
April 17, 2013
Last week was a bit frustrating and saddening for me. What irritated and bothered me is that two of my favorite entertainment entities are going away.
Modernizing Holmes
April 10, 2013
There seems to be a renewed interest in my all-time favorite fictional character: Sherlock Holmes.
Income tax marks 100 years
April 4, 2013
Normally when a nationally-known institution – one that touches all citizens – reaches its 100th anniversary there is a major celebration.
On timeless themes
March 27, 2013
While you still hear the phrase occasionally, you have to be of a mature age to understand it.
Know who you’re voting for
March 20, 2013
In 12 days, residents of Bonner Springs, Edwardsville and Basehor will have the opportunity to help shape the future of their communities and school districts.
Acceptance of aging
March 13, 2013
Last Saturday, I celebrated my 76th birthday and in some ways, it was a shock.
Life in the fast lane
January 24, 2013
Recently I noted that some areas in Texas now have 85 miles per hour speed limits which is probably the highest in the nation. Certainly, speed limits have gone up and down much like a rollercoaster during my life.
A better year in 2013?
December 26, 2012
If there was ever a time when we needed a new year it is now. No matter how you view it, 2012 was a bummer.

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