Surely one day a year is not too often to remind us all that we need to continue to dream of the day when all Americans will be judged by the content of their character rather than any external distinguishing characteristics. The second experience was the opportunity to accompany some fellow citizens to the emergency room of one of our local medical centers, after this family had been involved in an automobile accident. I was first impressed by the rapid arrival of the ambulance and the efficient manner in which the EMTs and firefighters did their job. Then, the police officers handled all concerned with professional, yet sensitive and respectful behavior. Baseball should be a game of enjoyment for all.
Faster kids take the same route to third.
This is not baseball, nor is it fair to the kids. Surely, there is concern elsewhere on this subject. If you agree that youngsters with arms still undergoing soft growth in the areas where tendons and ligaments attach should not be playing on fields of major league proportions, please respond. Abilene Southern League concerned persons have already compiled a petition. This year, when we are at war with Yugoslavia, these same two senators are really gung-ho for the veterans risking their lives and flying overseas to praise them.