Body In short, people did whatever it took. They lived on wit, ingenuity and sheer grit. Welfare was an option only when all other possibilities had been exhausted. Being “on the county destroyed a person’s pride and reputation in the neighborhood.

Body In a few short days Memorial Day will be here. For the next several weeks we want to share some news clippings from 1943.

Body I once read a story about a little French orphan girl named “Coco”. I didn’t think I had ever heard of “Coco’ but it was her nickname. She was born back in 1883. And besides that, she was a girl who was raised by nuns.

Body DEAR BILL, As most Gene Autry fans know Gene was a multi-talented man. Most men are content to have one successfui career in a lifetime. Gene had three; singing movies, and business.

Body HOLDENVILLE — A newly released midyear legislative analysis is highlighting Oklahoma State Rep. David Smith as one of the more independent voices in the Oklahoma House of Representatives.

Body Solomon Was Right — As Usual It was a long time ago. The Wayne Bullard family was going on a trip.

Body Dear Bill: I promised you in my last letter that I would never again bother/bore you and your readers with a story about Gene Autry. However, since receiving your January 20 issue and since I have some additional information on our hero I must break my promise.

Body As advanced and developing humans (whatever that means) in modern society, we have an affinity for that most precious and valued commodity, prized throughout much of the western world – toilet paper.

Body Much of America is enjoying a large dose of winter this week. There will be more to come.

Body Dear Bill: This is a follow up of my letter to you about Gene Autry. I promise to never write or bore you on the subject again. I’m glad you like it and saw fit to share it with your readers. Hope they liked it as well.