Nick Partrick

Shoe repair: a rarity in this era

I would take a moment to recognize one of your advertisers: Ray's Shoe Repair in Vernon, next to the post office.

In this day of throwing out and not repairing our stuff, a cobbler is indeed a rarity. Next time you are about to discard a pair of shoes, give it a second thought. Ray does great work for a reasonable price.

For me, he took a well-worn (falling apart) pair of L.L. Bean moccasins and made them almost new again. New shoes, already broken in. A good deal!

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The Wal-Marts versus the American worker

Things we demanded and have received as workers in this great country: • Freedom to follow our dreams. • Maximum allowed working hours per day. • Maximum allowed working hours per week. • Workers' Compensation laws. • Health insurance coverage. • Vacation pay. • Occupational Safety and Health Act...

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