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History note of five years ago questioned

I would like to voice my disappointment in the Press' choice of subject matter in the "5 years ago" selection in the Feb. 1 paper.

This was a situation, which even at the time it happened, was questionable and handled poorly by the press and other officials. To bring it back now to a public who maybe has no knowledge of the circumstances is both a disservice to good journalism and also damaging to a man who had to live through it and move on with his life.

I believe The Oxford Press owes Jon Wauford an apology.

Ed Meador

Hamilton

Nursing offers great career opportunities

There is an almost unlimited opportunity for the young person who chooses nursing as a career. He or she may choose from many areas in which nursing services are in demand. The number in which to choose in endless. In the United States there is now a nurse shortage. As Baby Boomers come into retirement age, the need for qualified nurses increases as well.

Rewards from being a nurse cannot be measured in terms of money alone. The nursing profession is dedicated to serving and helping other people. A nurse finds satisfaction in the knowledge that the skills she or he has are relieving suffering, preventing illness and saving lives.

Who should become a nurse? A person who is considering a career in nursing should have a genuine liking for people. They will need to be patient and sympathize with the problems of others. A nurse needs to have good judgment and self-control. They must be able to think and act quickly, for they may have to act in a life of death situation. Good health is essential, because a nurse's work is often hard. In times of disaster or emergency, they may have to work long hours without rest.

I have enjoyed having nursing as my career. I hope other people will consider becoming a nurse. There is always a need for men, as well as women, to become nurses. Nurses come in all ages — young, middle-aged and older. Some go back to school after their family is raised to help combat the empty nest syndrome.

Qualified nurses today not only give scientific nursing care in accordance with standard nursing practice, but also work for the prevention of disease and the conservation of health.

I hope this letter will enlighten people to know about nursing as a career and help the shortage of nurses in America.

Donna Blackwell, R.N.

Owner of Blackwell Farm, Milford Twp.

Centerville, Tenn.

School leader supports Derickson candidacy

I am writing this letter to express my support for Tim Derickson as our next State Representative for the 53rd District. As a Butler County school administrator, I know Tim's interest and desire to tackle the issue of school funding, and I feel he is the best candidate to help reach a consensus in our state legislature.

Tim was instrumental in helping form the Butler County School Consortium many years ago. This alliance of Butler County schools self-funded our health plan and negotiated discounts from health care professionals saving the schools tens of thousands of dollars annually. He managed this health alliance for six years.

I believe Tim is the right candidate for this position not only because of his past and current experience, but also because his real gift is uniting us to reach a common goal.

Dr. Phil Cagwin

Superintendent,

Talawanda School District

Do your homework

to pick best candidate

It's time for change. It's time for someone who can and will make a difference to be elected this year. People, you have a choice. You don't have to vote for the person with the most yard signs. You don't have to vote for the person who you know from the country club.

Let's vote for the person who is qualified. Let's actually do the research and not make uninformed decisions. People wonder why things always stay the same and no one ever seems to make a difference. It's easy to answer: People continue to vote for candidates who are in it for prestige and power, not the ones who are in it to make positive changes.

I am begging people to do the research before placing their votes this year.

My aunt, Terri King, is one of the best people you will ever meet — and one of the smartest. I can assure you that change will be made. I assure you that she will not owe favors to backers who bought her sign and invested money into her campaign.

Please don't be fooled by the candidate with the most signs. Make a choice that will finally make a difference. Let's not continue to give the same candidates chances when they have proven they are not fit for the job.

Michael Porter

Milford

Foundation grant will help beautify Oxford

The members of the Des Fleurs Garden Club would like to thank the Oxford Community Foundation for the grant from the Betty and Jane Baer Old Square Mile Fund. This grant will be used to create two new beds outside the fence of the Children's Garden at the Oxford Community Art Center. One bed will be shrubs and the other flowering plants located between the fence and sidewalk. The other will be raised beds between the fence and the sidewalk ... the entirety to be planted in perennials and annuals. We are adding more varieties of plants and "grounding" the garden into the surrounding area.

Please, everyone, be on the lookout for the new activity. And if you have favorite perennials that you would like to see included in this community garden, contact Barbara Chenault at (513) 756-0606. We will be starting soon to sign up children for this summers programs, so be on the lookout for that information.

As always, Des Fleurs is grateful for the Oxford Community Foundation, without which so many fine projects in our community would never come to fruition

Barbara Chenault

Des Fleurs Garden Club member