Caption contestants get cowboyed up

contestRebecca Martindell of Benton was this week’s cartoon-caption winner. We liked her reference to the roller coaster issue and the way she tied it to City Hall.

Jim Thomas of Wichita nearly won with his: “If he pulled his kerchief up above his nose, he’d fit right in!” Bill Bauck had a good one too: “Kolb’s payout was nothing compared to what this guy will get!”

Preston and Tammie Pannell of Haysville had this dour entry: “I can’t wait till the arena auctions.” From Aaron M. Wells of Wichita came, “The bondholders better hope for good weather if he gets hired!”

Wichita’s Charles Churchman submitted, “Who’s better qualified to manage the wild west world at City Hall?” Haysville’s Roger Neugent had this one: “He said something about naming the arena the Prairie Palace and holding Sunday services!”

From Jerry Busch of Wichita came, “His fiscal planning is close enough for government work!” Stan Nunnenkamp of Wichita said, “We probably wouldn’t notice the difference.”

From Ryan Cole (former marketing director for Etheredge) came, “Kansas’ biggest business failure — I guess he has the right qualifications for city manager!” Finally, my favorite, submitted by Sue Dresher: “What happened to my wallet? Have you seen my wallet?”