Before addressing the open carry topic, this week we are beginning a series of articles by John Barton on the theme of Unsung Heroes of Northwestern. Barton and the late Wayne Lane have researched and documented much of the history of the university in Alva. Several years ago they wrote a play with parts played by local townspeople describing the establishment of the normal college in Alva. My husband Lynn was honored to portray early newspaperman and community leader W. F. Hatfield. This series recognizes the contributions made by others who weren’t highlighted in the earlier efforts.

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