Brian Federici was a long-time resident of Arcata, California, having moved there in 1978. He was born on Long Island, New York, and lived at the end of Long Island Sound close to New York City. With both his mother and fathers’ families from New York City areas, he frequented the Big Apple and knew […]
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Ralph Leonard Lindstrom, Jr.: 1932-2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our father, Ralph Lindstrom, on April 17, 2025, a week before his 93rd birthday. He was a guiding light in our lives, a devoted father and a man who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Born and raised in the Humboldt County’s bayside […]
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‘Compelled to Respond’
Editor: Although I decry the Mailbox’s recent descent into yet another platform for diatribes on national politics, I feel compelled to respond to Dennis Scales’ latest nonsense (May 8). First, any linkage between the high cost of eggs and dark-skinned immigrants is misguided. On balance, immigrants, even undocumented ones, contribute greatly to our economy, as Mr. Scales […]
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‘Would Holler All Over’
Editor: I would holler all over the country to let people know the brilliance of Kathryn Donahue’s letter last week (Mailbox, May 15)! Never before have I read such a great, cohesive, intelligent explanation of the ingrained racism in the United States. Education is the only remedy for ignorance. Our country and government are full […]
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‘Apologies to John Fogerty’
‘Apologies to John Fogerty’ Editor: “Long in late November his reign was comin’ down. It seemed to catch us snorin’; how would we stop this clown? We knew there’d be phases and things that should be done. Yet I wonder, still I wonder who’ll stop his reign? “He stormed up Virginia seekin’ changes to the […]
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I am so very glad that I am broken washed a thousand times beaten against the rocks of time cleansed of pride and foolish thoughts that I could be anything but sand Robin Jane Hodson
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James Dale: 1961-2025
Jim Dale, beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend, passed away unexpectedly on April 27, 2025, at the age of 64. Known for his fun-loving nature, deep kindness, and extraordinary talent with a guitar, Jim lived his life with a soundtrack of laughter, music and unwavering love for those closest to him. Born on April […]
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Patti M. Falk July 1, 1946-April 3, 2025
Patricia Mildred “Patti” Falk of Eureka, California, passed away on April 3, 2025, while in hospice care for seven months at A Will And Grace Care in Concord, California. Patti Falk was born in San Francisco, California, on July 1, 1946, to parents Eugene Irvin and Mildred (née Meadows) Falk, and spent much of her […]
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Aryay Kalaki: 1934-2025
Aryay came to Humboldt County, like many others, to live out some of the visionary propositions of the 1960s. He had so far been rewarded with beatings, arrests and a fat file in the offices of the FBI. His photo had made the front page of the San Francisco paper when HUAC (the House Unamerican […]
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‘Concise and Clear’
Editor: Congratulations to Thadeus Greenson, Jennifer Fumiko Cahill and Kimberly Wear on an outstanding opinion piece (“The Real Cost of Eggs,” May 1). In concise and clear detail, they list the disastrous effects of Trump’s first 100 days. It should be required reading for every MAGA cult member. Bill Morris, Eureka Related Stories
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‘Not an Auto Reply’
Editor: Once again, Jennifer Fumiko Cahill hit the Oh My God column with her “Options for my New Email Auto Reply Message” (May 8). Jennifer’s writing is wonderful and this column keeps adding to her wonderful collection. She is sharp and funny and she always puts it all together in a fun read. And I […]
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‘Educate Yourself’
Editor: I write in reply to last week’s rather myopic letter concerning immigration (Mailbox, May 8). This letter, “Wailing and Gnashing,” expresses the standard dog whistles concerning former President Biden’s immigration policies. Those educated on the topic know this is a long standing problem contributed to by both major parties in power. It is an […]