To the Point


I read different kinds of books and articles, and quotations are one of my favorite subjects. I like them so much I keep a folder just for ”Quotations”. In this column I will use several quotes from famous or outstanding Americans. I will not name the author, I want the reader to name as many authors as they can. Some will be easy, as they have been used many times in books, magazines and newspapers.

I have been complimented many times and they always embarrass me; I always feel that they have not said enough. But then, I can live for two months on a good compliment.


If man could be crossed with the cat, it would improve man but deteriorate the cat. If you hold a cat by the tail you learn things you cannot learn any other way.


Age is an issue of mind of over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter. A man is never more truthful than he acknowledges himself a liar. Action speaks louder than words but not nearly as often.

How are you doing so far? Good luck! (That’s all the quotes for this week.)

Vandals continue to plague Munday. The latest strike was at Down Town Park, where a large section of the short brick wall (across the front) was broken off. This was no accident, no roaming tom cat could have done it. This was a willful act of malicious destruction to the property of another. The park is owned by the Munday Chamber of Commerce.

Individuals vandalize for a variety of reasons including: to send a message, to express frustration, to stake revenge, to make money, or as part of a game. Vandals may work alone or as members of a loose or organized group.

It is difficult to gauge the true prevalence or cost of vandalism based on the official reports to police because they are some of the most underreported crimes. As compared to violent crime, an incident of vandalism may be considered trivial; however, all together, vandalism may be a reflection of a larger or more systematic problem in the community. Vandalism is widely viewed as a “broken windows” offense which, if not addressed, could lead to other more serious crimes.

Because the destruction of public and private property poses a threat to society, modern statutes make vandalism a crime. The penalties upon conviction may be a fine, a jail sentence, an order to pay for repairs or replacement, or all three. In addition, a person who commits vandalism may be sued in a civil tort action for damages so that the damaged property can be repaired or replaced.

The state of Texas holds parents financially responsible for vandalism committed by their minor children. This is designed to encourage parental supervision and to shift part of the cost of vandalism from the public to the individuals who should be best able to supervise the children who destroyed the property.

Destructive acts of this nature will not be excused nor will they be tolerated in Munday. The City of Munday will do what is necessary to stop this senseless destruction of public property and bring the perpetrators to justice. Parents, you are responsible for the minor children living in your household. You need to know where every child under your roof is at every minute of the day. Do you know where yours are right now, this very minute? Teenagers are smart and crafty, if you are lazy and indifferent, they have a huge advantage over you. There is a lot at stake here, parents, wake up and do the right thing for your children. Don’t expect some other parent to keep your teenager out of trouble, it just doesn’t work that way.

Richie Smith said at Lion’s Club last Tuesday that he was proud of Munday because, “People of Munday are a caring, helpful people. And people from other places are seeing this and talking about Munday.” As we think along these lines, let’s talk about something close to home. It has come to my attention that the Munday Food Bank is in dire need of OUR assistance. The bank now feeds over 800 people from around the county: Munday has the only food bank. Food and money, lots of each will help, now. Also, the bank could use a medium/large enclosed trailer to transport food stuffs from Wichita Falls, If anyone has one to loan or donate, please contact Adrin Fletcher at the Church of Christ. The $10 gift boxes from Lawrence Brothers make good gifts for the Food Bank.