Tag Archives: Kansas

A story from a Kansas State Highway Patrol officer

Story from a Kansas State Highway Patrol officer: I made a traffic stop on an elderly lady the other day for speeding on U.S. 166 Eastbound at Mile Marker 73 just East of Sedan, KS. I asked for her driver’s license, registration, and proof of insurance. The lady took out …

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Irena Sendler

Irena Sendler - Real Life Inspirational Story

A TRUE Story about a World War II Heroine — Author unknown On May 12, 2008, a 98 year old Catholic social worker named Irena Sendler died in Poland. Here is why her story is so important… and TRUE! During World War II, Irena, got permission to work in the Warsaw Ghetto, …

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An 8th Grade Education In 1895

Students studying for an exam - funny responses

This is an actual 8th Grade Final Exam given at Salina, Kansas in 1895 Grammar (Time, one hour) 1. Give nine rules for the use of Capital Letters. 2. Name the Parts of Speech and define those that have no modifications. 3. Define Verse, Stanza and Paragraph. 4. What are …

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