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Letter: Speak up for silence

The Columbian
Published: May 6, 2011, 12:00am

Reading her April 28 letter, “Too much noise in libraries,” I totally agree with Debbie S. Simonds’ position in regards to too much noise in the libraries. In my lifetime, when I did my research studies for my college courses, libraries were normally quiet, so one could fully concentrate on one’s studies. Nowadays the libraries appear to be a drop-off point for children. Some libraries have even areas set aside and incorporated them as a playground.

Courtesies and respect are unheard of these days. It appears everyone is occupied only with themselves. How could it possibly be a violation of civil rights to ask someone to please quiet it down? Back in the good old days, unruly people were asked to leave, but I guess those days have long disappeared. The now-generation has taken over and authorities are afraid to speak up. Violation of civil rights — let me laugh.

Kenneth Juergen von Husen

Vancouver

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