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A Catholic case against Barack
PAT BUCHANAN
      In the Pennsylvania primary, Barack Obama rolled up more than 90 percent of the African-American vote. Among Catholics, he lost by 40 points. The cool liberal Harvard Law grad was not a good fit for the socially conservative ethnics of Altoona, Aliquippa and Johnstown.
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LEDGER READERS ON THE ROAD
     Herbert and Linda Falls of Blacksburg visited Chimney Rock and Lake Lure to celebrate Linda's 60th birthday. On your next trip out of town, or tour of duty, take a copy of The Ledger along and send a picture of yourself or your group reading the newspaper to: cody@gaffneyledger.com.
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Dry eyes follow Edwards' downfall
FROMA HARROP
      It's hard to recall a political burial as fast and cold as that of John Edwards. After all, the former North Carolina senator had been a serious contender for president until a few months ago and possibly for VP until last week. Had his cheesy affair not surfaced, he would have commanded a choice speaking slot at the Democrats' convention.
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The Sunday School Lesson
Impartial Disciples
      JAS. 2:1 My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Je'sus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons.
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Stories Behind The Hymns
MY GOD, I THANK THEE
      My God, I Thank Thee Author: Adelaide Anne Procter (1825-1864) Composer: Fredrick Charles Maker (1844-1927) Adelaide Anne Procter was born on October 30, 1825 at Bedford Square, London, England. She was the first child of Bryan Walker Procter (who was also known as poet and playwright, Barry Cornwall.
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