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Obituary
John Jacob Krafft
Born in New York on Oct. 18, 1916, John Jacob Krafft moved with his family to the city of Alexandria at the age of 5. He was one of seven children of Jacob Martin and Augusta (Hiertrierter) Krafft. He grew up in Alexandria on the west corner of Cedar and King Streets across from the Masonic Temple. One of his favorite childhood memories was climbing on the scaffolding as the Temple was being constructed. He attended St. Mary’s Catholic School in Alexandria and for high school he graduated from McKinley Technical School in Washington, D.C. In order to get to school, he walked to the streetcar in Old Town that took him to the bus in D.C. After graduating from high school in 1934, he attended George Washington University and studied mechanical engineering.
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Letter: Learn How To Protect Children
To the Editor: Who could hurt a child? I don’t know, but many adults do hurt and exploit children for selfish reasons. Our children deserve our protection from predators and others who do not have their best interests at the forefront. Adults all share the common experience of childhood. Who among us has not felt vulnerable, alone, or betrayed as a child? Do you remember who hurt you as a child? Was it an adult or another child perhaps? How long did the pain linger in your heart and soul? I know that mine does to this day. Childhood hurts affect our adult behavior and may leave us under developed in body, mind and spirit. Childhood injury to body and mind can be minimized if adults use common sense and encourage children to take on the responsibility of personal safety. Children will grow into their own sense of personal safety with adults guiding and challenging them to think about situations, places, and people that are potentially harmful. Instead of not thinking about childhood personal safety, let’s empower them with courage and tools.
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Family Tells ‘Roller Coaster’ Story
Springfield family testifies before White House against Medicaid cuts
ike most new parents, Carrin and Mitchell Brandt of Springfield were thrilled and exhausted after the birth of their first daughter in 2001. Born on May 19, Bailey was a healthy and happy infant. “She cried a lot, but infants cry, and she was developing typically,” Carrin Brandt said.
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Opinion: Editorial: Give Locally in Arlington
For tens of thousands of poor children and families in our area, uncertainty and need are distant from the celebrations and plenty that so many of us associate with this holiday period.
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Students Learn about Computer Security
Students Learn about Computer Security
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A Classy Opening Day for Lower Loudoun
Little League organization inducts its inaugural Hall of Fame class during season-opening festivities.
A Classy Opening Day for Lower Loudoun
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Local Need for Food Is at Critical Level
Local Need for Food Is at Critical Level
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Senator’s Wife Abducted in McLean
Senator’s Wife Abducted in McLean
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People Notes, June 25-July 1
People Notes, June 25-July 1
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The Eyes Have It
Brahm Opticians celebrates 25 years.
Nancy Benjamin was 16 years old when she decided that she wanted to be an optician.
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Letter: ‘This Is Your City’
Letter to the Editor
I will vote for Bob Wood for City Council because the enormous challenges our city now face requires a council team that fully understands large scale, complex projects, and knows how to direct them.
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Democratic Women of Clifton Participate in Holiday Gift Drive
Democratic Women of Clifton and Northern Virginia (DWCNV) will participate in two holiday projects:
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Legion All Stars Create Own Fireworks
Annual 4th of July American Legion all-star game brings local baseball scene into focus.
Legion All Stars Create Own Fireworks
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Legion All Stars Create Own Fireworks
Annual 4th of July American Legion all-star game brings local baseball scene into focus.
Legion All Stars Create Own Fireworks
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Legion All Stars Create Own Fireworks
Annual 4th of July American Legion all-star game brings local baseball scene into focus.
Legion All Stars Create Own Fireworks
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Trone To Seek Reelection in Maryland
Trone represents Maryland’s 6th Congressional District, which splits parts of Montgomery County and Potomac with the 8th District.
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Loudoun County: A Brief History for Newcomers
Loudoun County: A Brief History for Newcomers