Clinton Starr saga a legal maze with looming test
Thomas X Powers argues Clinton will likely avoid perjury charges as materiality governs the grand jury probe. He says Starr faces weak links after Paula Jones suit dismissal and predicts the inquiry fizzles before Congress, leaving Clinton to return to politics as usual.
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Ottawa faces choice on US-59 expansion plans
Local residents debate two US-59 options from Lawrence to Ottawa. Widen existing road to four lanes at 75 million or build a new limited access freeway east of current US-59 at 135 million. Impacts include property takings, farmland, and downtown access with a potential blended third plan under study.
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Reader Forum accepts signed letters at Ottawa Herald
Opinions from readers are welcome in the Reader Forum. Submissions must be hand signed with address and telephone number. Send letters to Reader Forum The Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar Ottawa KS 66067 or email letters ottawaherald.com. Limit about 500 words.
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Sidewalk dining proposal sparks mixed council view
Stella Daniels questions sidewalk dining after Ottawa City Council passes a resolution allowing food and nonalcoholic beverages on public sidewalks. Critics warn of safety and sidewalk width concerns while supporters cite New York City and Lawrence as examples, noting trucks and noise on Main Street.
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Community letter questions liquor sales impact
Kenny and Joyce Vanderenter of 3139 Indiana Road challenge the Aug 5 Ottawa Herald editorial on alcohol. They argue alcohol, a drug, tears families apart and harms health and highways, urging readers to oppose packaged liquor sales and question the message to youth.
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The Monica Gate and the Carnival of Buncombe Reflections
A columnist denounces speculation on Monica Lewinsky and notes the blend of entertainment and news in modern politics. He compares Congress to a carnival, laments candy-coating coverage, cites World War II cinema ties, and warns of hollowed military and faltering leadership amid ongoing national distractions.
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