Forever
thankful to those who serve
Front Page Photo by Carl Thompson
 Ketchikan: Forever
thankful to those who serve - Addressing those who gathered
at Ketchikan's Centennial Square Thursday to honor the patriotism
and service of all American veterans, Alaska's American Legion
Commander and local resident Jim Van Horn quoted writer Cynthia
Ozick saying those things that most deserve our gratitude are
often taken for granted - freedom, our Constitution, a good job,
a wonderful family. Van Horn said our military veterans should
be on that gratitude list.
Commander Van Horn said, "By
honoring veterans we remember their valor - and we reflect on
why they fought." He continued saying, "Veterans fought
to preserve the values of America. They fought to preserve our
right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. They fought
because our country asked them to take up arms. They went where
they were sent. Did what they had to do. And prayed they would
survive and return home to family and friends. Some did not.
We remember them with solemn ceremonies every Memorial Day."
In his address, Van Horn said,
"However, Veterans Day is for those veterans who are still
here. Men and women who are making a difference now in communities
like ours around the nation." Van Horn said today there
are nearly 25 million veterans with less than half of them over
the age of 65. He said, if you look around those attending today,
you might ask where are the younger veterans? Van Horn said,
"Most likely, they are at work right now - making a difference
for tomorrow. They are teachers, law enforcement officers, Doctors,
Nurses, Engineers. Name the skill - you'll find veterans working
there." He said, "We understand that they need to be
working today. But in years to come - when you and I are no longer
alive - they will be here. They will not forget us, just as we
do not forget those who came before us." - More...
Friday - November 12, 2004
Alaska: Governor
Talks Energy, Trade in Thailand - Alaska Governor Frank H.
Murkowski met Wednesday with government and business officials
in Thailand to discuss a wide range of issues. Murkowski is in
Bangkok leading a trade mission for the Council of State Governments
in his capacity as the organization's president. -
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Friday - November 12, 2004
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