Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: THURSDAY, May 18, 1995 TAG: 9505190043
SECTION: NEIGHBORS PAGE: E11 EDITION: METRO
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DATELINE: LENGTH: Short
People always seem to complain about the conditions here in Roanoke. A couple of years ago, someone stole my wheelchair, and the citizens of Roanoke came to a stranger's aid. Well, once again, I've had the chance to see the good in Roanoke.
Recently, on the way to my doctor's office, my pouch flew off the back of the wheelchair, which was on the back of my car. The pouch held a few items I need while traveling, nothing of great importance, but more of convenience.
I realized the pouch was missing just as the doctor walked into the room. He and his nursing staff started a search, including going out in the parking lot and checking around my car. Unfortunately, it was not found.
When I left the doctor's office, I retraced my route twice, figuring I would never see it again. As I walked into my home, I was greeted at the door by my son asking if I had lost the black pouch. The police at Roanoke Memorial Hospital had called saying that someone turned it in.
What makes this even more incredible was the fact that I was about a mile from the hospital. Also, nowhere in the pouch was my name or address, only a phone number.
When my son retrieved my missing property, every item was still in it.
In this day and age, the way society is, it's always nice when something good happens and can be passed on to the public. Once again, I thank the people of Roanoke. I don't know who turned it in, but if you're driving along and see a guy in a souped-up three wheel scooter, give a toot on the horn, and I'll wave my thanks!
Jim Kimball Roanoke
by CNB