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#31
Politics / Re: NATURAL RIGHTS & FREEDOM
Last post by CCarl - June 10, 2026, 04:36:36 PMP1: Ending The Coercion
Note: Comments and thoughts in this post are protected by the Second Amendment to the US Constitution, and by Statement § 11. Liberty of Press and Speech, in the Kansas State Constitution.
People, by all the gods of all the religions, there is not enough time left in today's social infra-structure to waste bickering about anything, whether it's Smalltown-Nose-in-the-Air-America suddenly treating its residents like it's a HOA, or it's dropping bombs half way around the world on people that some unconstitutional governmental agency has labelled as terrorists. Those are parallel injustices. Can we please give ALL the coercion a rest!
Would it not be a better path for us over the next decade to simply live to the point we can reside, work, and travel about our countrysides without being accosted by gangs and thieves, whether those gangs and thieves wear uniforms or rags, and interchange freely with whomever we meet. Can we please re-acquire a level of human integrity and respect to have that free interchange without fear of control, coercion, or physical harm.
Why do we need a litany of written words that a legislative body calls Code to control us? Can we simply act voluntarily in the remaining years we have? Can we simply act to our own ambitions while not requiring subjugation and obedience from others? When others need help, can we volunteer to do it the way they need and like, because it is theirs, not ours.
Can we simply act on the aspect of human consciousness we call Free Will, and allow all people to use their own, without aggression on our part? What could be an easier path forward than that, than a path of Peace?
Peace does not come from government declarations, as we see clearly in 2026 from America's so-called leadership. Historical evidence shows us the same, that governments break Peace, they do not make Peace, they coerce, subjugate, and control. When there is no Peace, there is no Freedom, there is no expression of Free Will.
Peace will not come until we dismantle the government bureaucracies and authorities we have allowed to organize. Remember, they do not control us unless we allow them, because they are lawfully in service TO us, not in service OVER us.
Note: Comments and thoughts in this post are protected by the Second Amendment to the US Constitution, and by Statement § 11. Liberty of Press and Speech, in the Kansas State Constitution.
People, by all the gods of all the religions, there is not enough time left in today's social infra-structure to waste bickering about anything, whether it's Smalltown-Nose-in-the-Air-America suddenly treating its residents like it's a HOA, or it's dropping bombs half way around the world on people that some unconstitutional governmental agency has labelled as terrorists. Those are parallel injustices. Can we please give ALL the coercion a rest!
Would it not be a better path for us over the next decade to simply live to the point we can reside, work, and travel about our countrysides without being accosted by gangs and thieves, whether those gangs and thieves wear uniforms or rags, and interchange freely with whomever we meet. Can we please re-acquire a level of human integrity and respect to have that free interchange without fear of control, coercion, or physical harm.
Why do we need a litany of written words that a legislative body calls Code to control us? Can we simply act voluntarily in the remaining years we have? Can we simply act to our own ambitions while not requiring subjugation and obedience from others? When others need help, can we volunteer to do it the way they need and like, because it is theirs, not ours.
Can we simply act on the aspect of human consciousness we call Free Will, and allow all people to use their own, without aggression on our part? What could be an easier path forward than that, than a path of Peace?
Peace does not come from government declarations, as we see clearly in 2026 from America's so-called leadership. Historical evidence shows us the same, that governments break Peace, they do not make Peace, they coerce, subjugate, and control. When there is no Peace, there is no Freedom, there is no expression of Free Will.
Peace will not come until we dismantle the government bureaucracies and authorities we have allowed to organize. Remember, they do not control us unless we allow them, because they are lawfully in service TO us, not in service OVER us.
#32
Politics / Re: NATURAL RIGHTS & FREEDOM
Last post by CCarl - June 10, 2026, 10:49:16 AM #33
Obituaries / BOONE, Terry Dean - b. October...
Last post by patyrn - June 10, 2026, 08:50:09 AMTerry Dean Boone passed away on June 7, 2026 at the age of 80. Born on October 7, 1945 in Howard, Kansas, Terry was the son of Walter and Dreva Boone.
Terry's early years were shaped in the small town of Howard, Kansas where he graduated from Howard High School in 1963. He carried the values of integrity and dedication learned in his formative years into his professional life, spending an impressive 45 years in the aircraft industry. He began his career in upholstery at Cessna before joining Boeing where he took immense pride in contributing to the creation of Air Force One. His craftsmanship and passion for his work left a lasting impact on both his colleagues and the industry.
Though he was a dedicated worker, Terry's true legacy was in the warmth and love he shared with those around him. His heart was an open door, and he always made everyone feel welcome. He was a devoted husband to Peggy with whom he shared 57 years of marriage. He was a treasured father to Terry Boone, Jr. and Michelle Boone. His four grandchildren, Phillip Boone, Lauren Ruland, Courtney Boone, and Melissa Aashley were the light of his life. He was also blessed with seven great-grandchildren, Brandon, Daniel, Jewell, Brynlee, Tatum, Ledger, and Kason, each of whom brought his immense joy and pride.
Terry is also survived by his sisters, Betty (Larry) Loyd and Sandy Swingle; his brother-in-law, Terry Horner; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Donnie Ray Boone; his sister, Joyce Cass; his grandson, Brandson Boone; and his brother-in-law, Cliff Swingle.
A memorial service to honor and celebrate Terry's life will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at Shinkle Mortuary, 146 N. Lamar Avenue, Haysville, Kansas. Friends and family are invited to gather and share in the remembrance of a truly special man who touched so many lives with his gentle spirit and loving heart. Per Terry's request, wear your favorite team sports shirt or your KU shirt. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284.
(taken from the Shinkle Mortuary website)
Terry's early years were shaped in the small town of Howard, Kansas where he graduated from Howard High School in 1963. He carried the values of integrity and dedication learned in his formative years into his professional life, spending an impressive 45 years in the aircraft industry. He began his career in upholstery at Cessna before joining Boeing where he took immense pride in contributing to the creation of Air Force One. His craftsmanship and passion for his work left a lasting impact on both his colleagues and the industry.
Though he was a dedicated worker, Terry's true legacy was in the warmth and love he shared with those around him. His heart was an open door, and he always made everyone feel welcome. He was a devoted husband to Peggy with whom he shared 57 years of marriage. He was a treasured father to Terry Boone, Jr. and Michelle Boone. His four grandchildren, Phillip Boone, Lauren Ruland, Courtney Boone, and Melissa Aashley were the light of his life. He was also blessed with seven great-grandchildren, Brandon, Daniel, Jewell, Brynlee, Tatum, Ledger, and Kason, each of whom brought his immense joy and pride.
Terry is also survived by his sisters, Betty (Larry) Loyd and Sandy Swingle; his brother-in-law, Terry Horner; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Donnie Ray Boone; his sister, Joyce Cass; his grandson, Brandson Boone; and his brother-in-law, Cliff Swingle.
A memorial service to honor and celebrate Terry's life will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at Shinkle Mortuary, 146 N. Lamar Avenue, Haysville, Kansas. Friends and family are invited to gather and share in the remembrance of a truly special man who touched so many lives with his gentle spirit and loving heart. Per Terry's request, wear your favorite team sports shirt or your KU shirt. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284.
(taken from the Shinkle Mortuary website)
#34
Obituaries / SIGNER, Teddy Leroy "Ted" - b....
Last post by patyrn - June 10, 2026, 08:27:50 AMTeddy Leroy Signer, age 73, passed away at home on May 12, 2026. Born on January 24, 1953 in Eureka, Kansas to C. Eugene and Mary Louise (Miller) Signer, Ted lived a life defined by hard work, perseverance, faith, and unwavering love for his family.
Ted's strong work ethic began early in life. As a child and throughout his teenage years, he worked hard alongside his family on the farm in Kansas, learning the values of dedication, responsibility, and perseverance that would shape the rest of his life. As a young man, he also found joy in music and spent time playing in a band before eventually leaving Kansas in 1979 to pursue new opportunities in Texas.
Ted carried an adventurous spirit and a heart full of dreams. After arriving in Texas, he discovered a love for the sea and worked as a boat captain, a career that reflected both his independence and his passion for adventure. Throughout his life, he took pride in every role he held, including worked as a licensed limousine driver and later serving as Lead Security for Harris Health where he was respected for his leadership, loyalty , and strong presence.
In 1982, Ted settled in Houston, Texas where he later met his devoted wife, Modesta. Together they built a beautiful life centered around faith, love, and family. He loved fiercely and completely. He was a provider, .protector, storyteller, and dreamer whose strength and love left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. He will be remembered for his resilience, humor, adventurous soul, and the deep pride he had for his family.
Ted is lovingly survived by his wife of 32 years, Modesta Sighner; his daughters, Alisha (Joseph) Jiminez and Danielle (Boomer) Blackmon; his son, Teddy N. (Sarah) Signer; his stepchildren, Charmaine (Alan) Andico and Jeffrey Andico; her cherished grandchildren, Saul, Elijah, Bella, Chynelle, Brysen, Rylea, and Rylan; one precious newborn great-grandchild; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, his beloved Aunt Sue; and his Uncle Dan who will continue to honor his memory along with his loyal furry companion, Wilson, who rarely left his side. He was preceded in death by his father, C. Eugene Signer; his mother and stepfather, Mary and Nick Buck; and his brothers, Lyle Signer and Dennis Signer.
In accordance with his wishes, Ted will be cremated in Houston, Texas and later returned home for burial at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard, Kansas at a later date. Miller Funeral and Cremation Services of Houston, Texas have been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.millerfuneral.com.
(taken from the Miller Funeral and Cremation Services website)
Ted's strong work ethic began early in life. As a child and throughout his teenage years, he worked hard alongside his family on the farm in Kansas, learning the values of dedication, responsibility, and perseverance that would shape the rest of his life. As a young man, he also found joy in music and spent time playing in a band before eventually leaving Kansas in 1979 to pursue new opportunities in Texas.
Ted carried an adventurous spirit and a heart full of dreams. After arriving in Texas, he discovered a love for the sea and worked as a boat captain, a career that reflected both his independence and his passion for adventure. Throughout his life, he took pride in every role he held, including worked as a licensed limousine driver and later serving as Lead Security for Harris Health where he was respected for his leadership, loyalty , and strong presence.
In 1982, Ted settled in Houston, Texas where he later met his devoted wife, Modesta. Together they built a beautiful life centered around faith, love, and family. He loved fiercely and completely. He was a provider, .protector, storyteller, and dreamer whose strength and love left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. He will be remembered for his resilience, humor, adventurous soul, and the deep pride he had for his family.
Ted is lovingly survived by his wife of 32 years, Modesta Sighner; his daughters, Alisha (Joseph) Jiminez and Danielle (Boomer) Blackmon; his son, Teddy N. (Sarah) Signer; his stepchildren, Charmaine (Alan) Andico and Jeffrey Andico; her cherished grandchildren, Saul, Elijah, Bella, Chynelle, Brysen, Rylea, and Rylan; one precious newborn great-grandchild; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, his beloved Aunt Sue; and his Uncle Dan who will continue to honor his memory along with his loyal furry companion, Wilson, who rarely left his side. He was preceded in death by his father, C. Eugene Signer; his mother and stepfather, Mary and Nick Buck; and his brothers, Lyle Signer and Dennis Signer.
In accordance with his wishes, Ted will be cremated in Houston, Texas and later returned home for burial at Grace Lawn Cemetery in Howard, Kansas at a later date. Miller Funeral and Cremation Services of Houston, Texas have been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.millerfuneral.com.
(taken from the Miller Funeral and Cremation Services website)
#35
Obituaries / BLACKARD, Sherry Olivia (Shipl...
Last post by patyrn - June 09, 2026, 12:09:33 AMSherry Olivia Blackard was born in Artesia, New Mexico, on March 29, 1948 to William Wade and Ruth (Ross) Shipley. She passed away in Independence, Kansas on June 2, 2026.
Sherry grew up in the high plains of New Mexico where her father owned and operated an oil and gas pipeline company with her grandfather, Ray Ferguson. Her parents divorced, and she split time between Lovington, New Mexico and Chappaqua, New York. She graduated from high school in 1966 and attended the University of Oklahoma and later Kansas State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She went on to get an advanced degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Kansas.
While attending high school in Lovinton, New Mexico, she met a young man visiting his brother who was a teacher at Lovington High School. Later in the 1970s, their paths crossed again - this time while she was attending school at K-State. That man was Bert D. Blackard. They went on to marry on March 3, 1977 and lived for awhile in Alma, Kansas where Bert was a banker. To this union was born one son, Samuel E. "Sam" Blackard.
In the fall of 1978 while seven months pregnant, the Blackards moved to Howard, Kansas where Bert worked at the First National Bank and Sherry worked at Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka, Kansas as a Physical Therapist. They went on to enjoy 30 years of marriage while raising Sam. In 1993, they moved to Independence, Kansas where she lived the rest of her life. Although they later divorced, they enjoyed watching their family grow.
Sherry enjoyed traveling with her family and was able to have many amazing trips including cruising the Panama Canal, visiting South Pacific ports her father had patrolled as an Ensign in the United States Navy during World War II, relaxing on beaches in Hawaii and Guam, houseboating in Lake Powell, horseback riding in the Cimarron Mountains of New Mexico, and many more.
Sherry retired from Mercy Hospital in Independence, Kansas in 1996. After retirement, she enjoyed tending to her flower garden, watching the many birds, squirrels, and rabbits that frequented her backyard, playing bridge with her friends, solving puzzles with her Rowdy Pals, and the newfound passion of crossword puzzle constructing.
Through crossword forums dedicated to solving puzzles, she learned how to build crossword puzzles that people around the world would go on to enjoy. She would eventually construct and sell over 50 puzzles to the New York Times and other publications around the United Staters. She is widely regarded as an inspiration to constructors and is known as a "constructor's hero" among fellow puzzle makers. Reviews and retrospectives of her work emphasize her sharp wit, elegant engineering, and historic impact on crossword grid structure in the early 2000s.
Crosswords quickly took a backseat when her first grandchild, Drew, was born. Lauren followed three years later, and she found a new purpose in life, enjoying being a grandmother and pouring her all into those two. She treasured every moment with them, including Sunday family dinners, vacations to Hawaii, San Diego, New Mexico, and more. Sherry even invented Jammies at Grammy's days while Sam and Mindy took time to themselves.
Sherry leaves behind to cherish her memory her son, Sam (Mindy) Blackard of Independence, Kansas; her brother, Bill (Julie) Shipley of Highland Park, Texas; and the joys of her life, her grandchildren, Drew and Lauren. She loved them so. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth, and her father, Wade.
Services will be held at the First United Methodist Church, 200 S. Pennsylvania, Independence, Kansas at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Private interment will follow. Memorials can be sent to A.W.O.L Humane Society, 116 S. 23rd, Independence, Kansas 67301. Webb-Rodrick Funeral Home in Independence, Kansas has been entrusted with arrangements.
(taken from the Webb-Rodrick Funeral Home website)
Sherry grew up in the high plains of New Mexico where her father owned and operated an oil and gas pipeline company with her grandfather, Ray Ferguson. Her parents divorced, and she split time between Lovington, New Mexico and Chappaqua, New York. She graduated from high school in 1966 and attended the University of Oklahoma and later Kansas State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She went on to get an advanced degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Kansas.
While attending high school in Lovinton, New Mexico, she met a young man visiting his brother who was a teacher at Lovington High School. Later in the 1970s, their paths crossed again - this time while she was attending school at K-State. That man was Bert D. Blackard. They went on to marry on March 3, 1977 and lived for awhile in Alma, Kansas where Bert was a banker. To this union was born one son, Samuel E. "Sam" Blackard.
In the fall of 1978 while seven months pregnant, the Blackards moved to Howard, Kansas where Bert worked at the First National Bank and Sherry worked at Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka, Kansas as a Physical Therapist. They went on to enjoy 30 years of marriage while raising Sam. In 1993, they moved to Independence, Kansas where she lived the rest of her life. Although they later divorced, they enjoyed watching their family grow.
Sherry enjoyed traveling with her family and was able to have many amazing trips including cruising the Panama Canal, visiting South Pacific ports her father had patrolled as an Ensign in the United States Navy during World War II, relaxing on beaches in Hawaii and Guam, houseboating in Lake Powell, horseback riding in the Cimarron Mountains of New Mexico, and many more.
Sherry retired from Mercy Hospital in Independence, Kansas in 1996. After retirement, she enjoyed tending to her flower garden, watching the many birds, squirrels, and rabbits that frequented her backyard, playing bridge with her friends, solving puzzles with her Rowdy Pals, and the newfound passion of crossword puzzle constructing.
Through crossword forums dedicated to solving puzzles, she learned how to build crossword puzzles that people around the world would go on to enjoy. She would eventually construct and sell over 50 puzzles to the New York Times and other publications around the United Staters. She is widely regarded as an inspiration to constructors and is known as a "constructor's hero" among fellow puzzle makers. Reviews and retrospectives of her work emphasize her sharp wit, elegant engineering, and historic impact on crossword grid structure in the early 2000s.
Crosswords quickly took a backseat when her first grandchild, Drew, was born. Lauren followed three years later, and she found a new purpose in life, enjoying being a grandmother and pouring her all into those two. She treasured every moment with them, including Sunday family dinners, vacations to Hawaii, San Diego, New Mexico, and more. Sherry even invented Jammies at Grammy's days while Sam and Mindy took time to themselves.
Sherry leaves behind to cherish her memory her son, Sam (Mindy) Blackard of Independence, Kansas; her brother, Bill (Julie) Shipley of Highland Park, Texas; and the joys of her life, her grandchildren, Drew and Lauren. She loved them so. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth, and her father, Wade.
Services will be held at the First United Methodist Church, 200 S. Pennsylvania, Independence, Kansas at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Private interment will follow. Memorials can be sent to A.W.O.L Humane Society, 116 S. 23rd, Independence, Kansas 67301. Webb-Rodrick Funeral Home in Independence, Kansas has been entrusted with arrangements.
(taken from the Webb-Rodrick Funeral Home website)
#36
Politics / Re: KANSAS GOVERNMENT HYPOCRIS...
Last post by CCarl - May 31, 2026, 02:43:07 PMThe Law Must Consider Whether You Are DRIVING, OPERATING, Or TRAVELING. Which Are You?
By law, Driving and Operating must involve commerce in some way, as in you are being paid to drive and/or operate a commercial vehicle, or you are transporting merchandise for commercial sale. If you are simply moving from place to place as a private person, you are a Traveler by law.
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1179532693750726
In Thompson v. Smith, 155 Va. 367 (1930), the Virginia Supreme Court explicitly recognized the operation of a personal automobile on public highways as a fundamental right rather than a mere privilege. The Court emphasized that individuals have a constitutional right to use public roads, and this right cannot be arbitrarily denied by the state.
Key points from the decision:
Fundamental Right: The Court held that traveling by automobile is an extension of the common-law right to travel, which is a fundamental liberty.
Not a Privilege: The right is inherent and cannot be treated as a mere license that can be revoked at the discretion of state authorities without due process.
Limitations: While the Court acknowledged that the state can regulate for safety and public welfare (e.g., reasonable traffic regulations), it cannot arbitrarily restrict or deny the right to travel.
This case has been frequently cited in discussions of constitutional rights to travel and the limits of state authority over personal mobility, often in conjunction with broader liberty interests under the Due Process Clause.
The crucial principle highlighted in Thompson v. Smith: The Virginia Supreme Court made clear that a fundamental right cannot be transformed into a privilege that requires the state's permission. In other words, the right to travel is inherent and belongs to the individual.
Licensing or permitting this right (like requiring a driver's license to exercise the right to drive) cannot be used to arbitrarily revoke or condition the right.
The state may regulate for safety (reasonable traffic laws, speed limits, vehicle standards), but it cannot convert a fundamental liberty into a discretionary privilege that can be denied without due process.
This reasoning is often summarized as: "Fundamental rights exist independently of government permission; the state may regulate, but it cannot grant or withhold them at will."
Here is the key exact language from Thompson v. Smith, 155 Va. 367 (1930) that is most commonly quoted regarding the right to travel on public highways:
"The right of a citizen to travel upon the public highways and to transport his property thereon in the ordinary course of life and business is a common right which he has under his right to enjoy life and liberty, to acquire and possess property, and to pursue happiness and safety. It includes the right in so doing to use the ordinary and usual conveyances of the day; and under the existing modes of travel includes the right to drive a horse‑drawn carriage or wagon thereon, or to operate an automobile thereon, for the usual and ordinary purposes of life and business. It is not a mere privilege, like the privilege of moving a house in the street, operating a business stand in the street, or transporting persons or property for hire along the street, which a city may permit or prohibit at will."
And immediately following that, the court clarified the limits of regulatory power: "The exercise of such a common right the city may, under its police power, regulate in the interest of the public safety and welfare; but the city may not arbitrarily or unreasonably prohibit or restrict it, nor may it permit one to exercise it and refuse to permit another of like qualifications, under like conditions and circumstances to exercise it."
By law, Driving and Operating must involve commerce in some way, as in you are being paid to drive and/or operate a commercial vehicle, or you are transporting merchandise for commercial sale. If you are simply moving from place to place as a private person, you are a Traveler by law.
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1179532693750726
In Thompson v. Smith, 155 Va. 367 (1930), the Virginia Supreme Court explicitly recognized the operation of a personal automobile on public highways as a fundamental right rather than a mere privilege. The Court emphasized that individuals have a constitutional right to use public roads, and this right cannot be arbitrarily denied by the state.
Key points from the decision:
Fundamental Right: The Court held that traveling by automobile is an extension of the common-law right to travel, which is a fundamental liberty.
Not a Privilege: The right is inherent and cannot be treated as a mere license that can be revoked at the discretion of state authorities without due process.
Limitations: While the Court acknowledged that the state can regulate for safety and public welfare (e.g., reasonable traffic regulations), it cannot arbitrarily restrict or deny the right to travel.
This case has been frequently cited in discussions of constitutional rights to travel and the limits of state authority over personal mobility, often in conjunction with broader liberty interests under the Due Process Clause.
The crucial principle highlighted in Thompson v. Smith: The Virginia Supreme Court made clear that a fundamental right cannot be transformed into a privilege that requires the state's permission. In other words, the right to travel is inherent and belongs to the individual.
Licensing or permitting this right (like requiring a driver's license to exercise the right to drive) cannot be used to arbitrarily revoke or condition the right.
The state may regulate for safety (reasonable traffic laws, speed limits, vehicle standards), but it cannot convert a fundamental liberty into a discretionary privilege that can be denied without due process.
This reasoning is often summarized as: "Fundamental rights exist independently of government permission; the state may regulate, but it cannot grant or withhold them at will."
Here is the key exact language from Thompson v. Smith, 155 Va. 367 (1930) that is most commonly quoted regarding the right to travel on public highways:
"The right of a citizen to travel upon the public highways and to transport his property thereon in the ordinary course of life and business is a common right which he has under his right to enjoy life and liberty, to acquire and possess property, and to pursue happiness and safety. It includes the right in so doing to use the ordinary and usual conveyances of the day; and under the existing modes of travel includes the right to drive a horse‑drawn carriage or wagon thereon, or to operate an automobile thereon, for the usual and ordinary purposes of life and business. It is not a mere privilege, like the privilege of moving a house in the street, operating a business stand in the street, or transporting persons or property for hire along the street, which a city may permit or prohibit at will."
And immediately following that, the court clarified the limits of regulatory power: "The exercise of such a common right the city may, under its police power, regulate in the interest of the public safety and welfare; but the city may not arbitrarily or unreasonably prohibit or restrict it, nor may it permit one to exercise it and refuse to permit another of like qualifications, under like conditions and circumstances to exercise it."
#37
Politics / Re: NATURAL RIGHTS & FREEDOM
Last post by CCarl - May 20, 2026, 07:13:01 AMThe End of Natural Rights and Freedom
Money buys some Jackboot the election in the hills of Kentucky. His campaign promise was a single-minded insanity to support Trump's policies!!
https://www.zerohedge.com/political/primaries-held-6-states-what-watch
It's over Folks . . . prepare for martial law the best way you know how.
Paine insisted, "It is the duty of the patriot to protect his country from its government."
Lafayette warned, "When the government violates the people's rights, insurrection is, for the people and for each portion of the people, the most sacred of the rights and the most indispensable of duties."
Adams cautioned, "A settled plan to deprive the people of all the benefits, blessings and ends of the contract, to subvert the fundamentals of the constitution, to deprive them of all share in making and executing laws, will justify a revolution."
And of course Patrick Henry said, "Give me liberty or give me death!"
By today's standards, these are not the words of patriots, those are the words of Felons. Had the government of our Founders succeeded in suppressing their "dangerous speech," there would have been no Revolution. No Declaration of Independence. No Constitution. No Bill of Rights.
Money buys some Jackboot the election in the hills of Kentucky. His campaign promise was a single-minded insanity to support Trump's policies!!
https://www.zerohedge.com/political/primaries-held-6-states-what-watch
It's over Folks . . . prepare for martial law the best way you know how.
Paine insisted, "It is the duty of the patriot to protect his country from its government."
Lafayette warned, "When the government violates the people's rights, insurrection is, for the people and for each portion of the people, the most sacred of the rights and the most indispensable of duties."
Adams cautioned, "A settled plan to deprive the people of all the benefits, blessings and ends of the contract, to subvert the fundamentals of the constitution, to deprive them of all share in making and executing laws, will justify a revolution."
And of course Patrick Henry said, "Give me liberty or give me death!"
By today's standards, these are not the words of patriots, those are the words of Felons. Had the government of our Founders succeeded in suppressing their "dangerous speech," there would have been no Revolution. No Declaration of Independence. No Constitution. No Bill of Rights.
#38
Obituaries / BENEST-OSBORN, Jeleane (White)...
Last post by patyrn - May 15, 2026, 11:42:03 AMJeleane Benest-Osborn passed away in Hospice care in Rose Hill, Kansas. She was born in Fredonia, Kansas on October 8, 1943 to Otha and Jim White. She spent her childhood in Kansas and Texas, graduating from Severy High School in 1961.
After graduating, Jeleane married Doug Benest, and they built a life in Severy, Kansas and ran Benest Propane until Doug passed away in 1985. While raising her family and running the business, Jeleane met Jim Osborn, and they married in 1989. They ran the business and enjoyed family life until retiring to Oklahoma to enjoy lake life, boating, grandkids, and cherished friends. Jeleane returned to Kansas with Jim to be closer to family, and she enjoyed her grandkids to the fullest.
Jeleane is survived by her husband of 36 years, Jim Osborn; six children, Chris, Andrea, Tyler, Tyson, Tamara, and Tate; eight great-grandchildren, Brett, Jackson, Taven, Cash, Case, Taylor, Tinley, and Tristin; and her brother, Ron Grundy. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Doug Benest; her mother, Otha Grundy; her father, Jim White; her stepdad, Herschel Grundy; and her brother, Norman Grundy.
Jeleane's heart and warmth made everyone's lives better and the world a brighter place. Services will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 in Severy, Kansas at South Lawn Cemetery. Memorials have been established to Gentivia Hospice and the Severy United Methodist Church. Memorials may be sent in care of Affordable Cremations Plus, 7920 W. Kellogg Drive, Suite #200, 'Wichita, Kansas which has been entrusted with arrangements.
(taken from the Affordable Care Plus website)
After graduating, Jeleane married Doug Benest, and they built a life in Severy, Kansas and ran Benest Propane until Doug passed away in 1985. While raising her family and running the business, Jeleane met Jim Osborn, and they married in 1989. They ran the business and enjoyed family life until retiring to Oklahoma to enjoy lake life, boating, grandkids, and cherished friends. Jeleane returned to Kansas with Jim to be closer to family, and she enjoyed her grandkids to the fullest.
Jeleane is survived by her husband of 36 years, Jim Osborn; six children, Chris, Andrea, Tyler, Tyson, Tamara, and Tate; eight great-grandchildren, Brett, Jackson, Taven, Cash, Case, Taylor, Tinley, and Tristin; and her brother, Ron Grundy. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Doug Benest; her mother, Otha Grundy; her father, Jim White; her stepdad, Herschel Grundy; and her brother, Norman Grundy.
Jeleane's heart and warmth made everyone's lives better and the world a brighter place. Services will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 in Severy, Kansas at South Lawn Cemetery. Memorials have been established to Gentivia Hospice and the Severy United Methodist Church. Memorials may be sent in care of Affordable Cremations Plus, 7920 W. Kellogg Drive, Suite #200, 'Wichita, Kansas which has been entrusted with arrangements.
(taken from the Affordable Care Plus website)
#39
Obituaries / DUNIGAN, Dennis - b. June 22, ...
Last post by patyrn - May 15, 2026, 11:16:22 AMDennis Dunigan, beloved husband, father, and brother in Christ Jesus, went home to be with the Lord on May 10, 2026 at the age of 72. He was the son of Alvin Roscoe and Iris Lucille (Doan) Dunigan.
Dennis attended Allen Elementary and John Marshall Junor High School in Wichita, Kansas. There he developed a passion for antique cars and trucks. He always jumped on an opportunity to work on one if it arose. He enjoyed fishing the local lakes as well. For a good part of his working life, he drove trucks for a company out of Wichita, allowing him to see much of the Midwest. After moving to Howard, Kansas, Dennis would often be seen cutting lawns with his riding lawn mower or cruising to the Howard Lake on his motorbike.
Outside his passions and health problems, Dennis had recently rededicated this life to Jesus Christ in the waters of baptism in late 2025. He said he was going into a new season in his life. He came faithfully to worship and the Thursday night men's study at Rebekah Hall. Dennis's blunt attitude and one of a kind laugh will surely be missed.
Dennis is survived by his brother, Tim Allen Dunigan of Howard, Kansas; his sister, Janet Lambert of Wichita, Kansas; his daughter, Shawnna 'Dunigan of Texas; a stepdaughter, Valina; and many friends who supported him in his walk with Jesus Christ. He is preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Iris Dunigan, and his wife of 37 years, Connie Hays Dunigan.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Howard, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to First Baptist Church, Howard Building Fund, 135 N. Cedar Street, Howard, Kansas 6349.
(taken from the Countyside Funeral Home website)
Dennis attended Allen Elementary and John Marshall Junor High School in Wichita, Kansas. There he developed a passion for antique cars and trucks. He always jumped on an opportunity to work on one if it arose. He enjoyed fishing the local lakes as well. For a good part of his working life, he drove trucks for a company out of Wichita, allowing him to see much of the Midwest. After moving to Howard, Kansas, Dennis would often be seen cutting lawns with his riding lawn mower or cruising to the Howard Lake on his motorbike.
Outside his passions and health problems, Dennis had recently rededicated this life to Jesus Christ in the waters of baptism in late 2025. He said he was going into a new season in his life. He came faithfully to worship and the Thursday night men's study at Rebekah Hall. Dennis's blunt attitude and one of a kind laugh will surely be missed.
Dennis is survived by his brother, Tim Allen Dunigan of Howard, Kansas; his sister, Janet Lambert of Wichita, Kansas; his daughter, Shawnna 'Dunigan of Texas; a stepdaughter, Valina; and many friends who supported him in his walk with Jesus Christ. He is preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Iris Dunigan, and his wife of 37 years, Connie Hays Dunigan.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Howard, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to First Baptist Church, Howard Building Fund, 135 N. Cedar Street, Howard, Kansas 6349.
(taken from the Countyside Funeral Home website)
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Politics / Re: LONGTON'S WOES
Last post by CCarl - May 14, 2026, 02:06:12 PMCase in Point Longton - See the Noses-in-the-air Get What They Want at Our Expense.
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Johnson County's Blue Valley school district is a shining example of local government used to favor the few over the many. A quick glimpse at Longton government, Elk Valey USD 283, and Elk County government are all guilty of a few controlling the many. Make it change, or abolish it.
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