A neglected symbol

A neglected symbol

EDITOR:

There is a familiar old hymn, “The Old Rugged Cross.” There is now an old rusty cross on Route 46 between Columbiana and Canfield, between routes 165 and Western Reserve Road. It has been leaning at an odd angle to the road.

The cross is a sacred symbol to me because of what it represents, the God who saved my life and is my refuge.

It makes me very sad every time I pass the cross of route 46 because it appears to be neglected. Perhaps this is not the intention, but I wonder if it could be straightened and renewed, or used for another purpose.

DONITA DOUGLAS GERNER

Columbiana