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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1992
Page
3
An editorial urges U S Representative Tom Coleman to be charged for using taxpayer supplied free mailing to push a campaign message. It notes Coleman did not bounce checks and ranked 30th in free mailing usage while arguing the postcards were campaign material and improper at public expense.
Guest editorials present diverse viewpoints for readers, not necessarily reflecting The Herald's official stance. They invite consideration of varying arguments on public issues and emphasize individual interpretation and engagement.
The Washington Post notes Sam Walton built Wal Mart into the nation’s largest retailer with 1,700 stores in 40 states and a simple, employee inclusive approach. He opened the first discount store in Rogers, Arkansas at age 44 and grew a vast legacy through hard work and ethics. President Bush called him an American original.
A reader compliments Bruce and Ruth Fleming on their series about Franklin County schools, calling it a history lesson with engaging human interest stories. The writer notes extensive research and travel, has compiled the pieces into a scrapbook, and believes future generations will enjoy them.
Readers are urged to submit signed letters with the writer’s address. Unsigned letters will not be published. Include a telephone number to speed verification.
A father contends with a persistent ant infestation after finding a sugar bowl open and an oatmeal lid left ajar. He masks the danger to his baby with improvised methods from water flooding to tub sprays, ending with a warning to his wife to keep the oatmeal lid shut.
The columnist laments front page focus on jail life over Easter as a holy day, arguing Easter's true message lies in peace and love rather than magical power. He critiques how Western authorities misuse the Easter story to justify wars and coercion, urging belief in Christ's teachings apart from miracles.
The writer recalls growing up as the youngest of eight on a farm near Ottawa. He highlights brothers Roger and Mike and Steve and sister Paula, plus sisters Lynn Jackie Vikki, and the enduring influence of their parents. Easter gatherings, shared stories, hard times, and gratitude define a lifelong, blessing filled family bond.
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