Letter From R. Scott Duncan Time For Sanctuary Against DMV Let’s make Otsego an “Automobile Sanctuary County.” There is just too much government interference in owning and driving a car. It costs thousands of dollars a year to keep a car moving. Don’t I have some Constitutional rights? The first step is paying for a learner’s permit. Then you have to pay someone to teach you to drive. Don’t forget to pick up the driving manual that you need so…
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EDITORIAL ‘Sanctuary County’ Idea Understandable, Unwise What goes around comes around. When it does in this context, you have to wonder: Is a jurisdiction – 560 in 2018 – declaring itself a “sanctuary city” or town, county, village, etc., about anything such a good idea? Now, a Facebook drive is underway to make Otsego a “sanctuary county” – the idea is local authorities would simply not enforce New York State’s SAFE Act and its gun-control provisions. The effort was launched…
Letter From Paul Conway ‘Sanctuary’ Movement Demonstrates NRA Has Lost Touch With Its Roots To the Editor: The proposal to create a Second Amendment “sanctuary county” is an awful idea for a variety of reasons. The first and simplest reason is that the Second Amendment is NOT under attack. There is no likelihood it will ever be abolished. The U.S. Supreme Court and a vast majority of Americans support the right of citizens to own firearms to hunt and to…
HOMETOWN History Jan. 10, 2020 150 Years Ago “The Innocents Abroad” or “The New Pilgrim’s Progress” – This is the title by which Mark Twain designates his book, now attracting so much attention. We can describe the book which is a large handsome volume of over 650 pages, embellished with 234 spirited and appropriate engravings. The contents are indescribable – the book must be seen and read to be appreciated. The name of Mark Twain, as the author, will be…
OTHER VOICES BISHOP WEBB: Advice To His Methodist Flock Editor’s Note: This letter from Bishop Mark J. Webb was sent to United Methodists in the Upper Conference, including Otsego County, following last week’s news of a possible division in the church. Grace and peace to you in the wonderful name of Jesus the Christ! Over this past weekend, various media were filled with stories about the splitting of the United Methodist Church. Based on some of these stories, people have…
COLORS Replace White Gowns, Black Tuxes By LIBBY CUDMORE • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com The brides shouldn’t have all the fun, says Norah Doyle, owner of Rainbow’s End Weddings & More. “The girls have been getting all the attention, while the guy just puts on a black or white tux and shows up,” she said. “But now, we’re seeing fashions catching up for the groom.” Velvet tuxedos in “dusty rose,” jackets in silver embossed brocade, even studded shoes are taking over…
IN MEMORIAM Fredrick L. Hall Sr., 86; Founded Roofing Company ONEONTA – Fredrick L. Hall Sr., 86, who founded the F L Hall and Son roofing business, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2020 at AO Fox Hospital in Oneonta, NY. He was surrounded by his family. Fred was born July 1, 1933 in Westford, the oldest son of Oliver (Pete) Hall and Dorothy (Norton) Hall. He attended school in Norwich and Oneonta.…
IN MEMORIAM Deacon Thomas O’Connell, 84; Served St. Mary’s Churches In Oneonta, Cooperstown ONEONTA – Deacon Thomas P. O’Connell, 84, who served at churches in Oneonta and Cooperstown, died Jan 4, 2020 at Bassett Hospital, in Cooperstown. He was born on December 23, 1935 in Astoria, the son of Michael and Lillian (West) O’Connell. After graduating from St. John’s University 1960, and Siena College (Masters) 1963, he taught at Christian Brothers Academy (1960-1963), Wappingers Central School (1963-1970), and SUNY Delhi…
New Common Council Delaying $70,000 For Destination Oneonta Have Promoters Lost Focus? Asks Drnek At First Meeting By JAMES CUMMINGS • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com ONEONTA – Common Council voted this evening, 5-3, not to renew a $70,000 contract with Destination Oneonta for 2020, but to table it for further discussion. “I’m not really certain what the geographic parameters of Destination Oneonta are,” said Council member Mike Drnek, Ward Eight. Given that membership is expected to rise in the new year,…
IN MEMORIAM Timothy Charles Johnson, 69; Owner Of Beloved Autumn Cafe ONEONTA – Tim Johnson was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and longtime owner of the beloved Autumn Cafe. He passed away on Jan. 3, 2020. Tim was born on Jan. 31, 1950, in Jamaica, Queens, and grew up on Long Island. He moved to Oneonta in 1968 to attend SUNY Oneonta. While in college, Tim was on the track team, and in particular loved running hurdles. He also met…
