Pledge of Allegiance anniversary explored across history
A retrospective traces the pledge from its 1892 origins in Youth's Companion, through changes in wording in 1926 and 1954, to legal battles over school recitation and the role of religion in public education. It notes Eisenhower's 1954 addition of under God, and discusses civic and legal debates about church-state separation and teaching religion at home and in church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Youth's Companion
Boston
Francis Bellamy
United States
Congress
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Kansas
Washington
Lincoln
Rob Sherman
Easter]ook
God
Timberlake Ranch hosts second annual Christmas on the Ranch
Commentary reviewer grades 56 non profit decorated trees at Timberlake Ranch 300 acre site near Williamsburg. Fire Auxiliary New Strawn wins top tree with blinking red fire truck and dalmation display. Leawood Cub Scout Pack 3010 places second with Elvis blue hue. Lebo Future Farmers of America third with frontier Kansas farm scene. Strong entries include Family Life Services Starfire Dance Emporia groups Homewood Church Emporia Social Services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timberlake Ranch
Timberlake
Guy and Mae
Williamsburg
Strawn Fire
Leawood Cub Scout Pack
Elvis Presley
Frontier Kansas
Lebo
Future Farmers of America
Family Life Services
Virgin Mary
Jesus
Wellsville Boy Scouts Troop
Starfire Dance Company
Emporia
Homewood Church
Emporia Social Services
Toys for Kids Thank-You List From Local Bikers Group
Franklin County Independent Bikers extend gratitude for the Toys for Kids drive with wide community support. Special thanks to Jim and Sand Stankard of the 700 Club Pomona and Danny Cochran for auction work, plus many volunteers and businesses including Gustos in Lawrence and Abade District No.1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin County
Floating Hamsters
Doug Bonzo
Rhonda King
Lawrence
Kevin Clark
Abade District No.1
Killough Construction
Peppers
Wheeler Automotive
Tucker’s Automotive
Hawg Heaven
B&b Cycle
Osawatomie Bar
Crist Grocery
Beyond Video
Pak 'N Save
Country
Dark ages sexism lampooned in Herald column critique
A letter criticizes a Herald columnist for sexist views on women and Christmas shopping. The writer disputes the stereotype that women cause extended shopping seasons and argues profit motives behind retailers also play a role, urging equality and challenging the notion of women as solely cooks and caregivers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Tellier
Frustrated Patient Narrates Hospital Wait Experience
A reader criticizes hospital practices at Lawrence Hospital and Ransom Memorial Hospital. The complainant details a migraine delay, lengthy waits, and inability to rest in a lit room, leading to a recommendation to seek care elsewhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Hospital
Ransom Memorial Hospital
It's Your Quarter community dialogue notes and reader comments
This letter page captures varied reader opinions on local issues and sports. It laments delays in medical contact and legal aid, criticizes vandalism and renter problems, and notes sports updates including a Seahawks win and Chiefs standings. Readers invite further thoughts via a nightly call line.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Midweek Review
By Jay Bemis
The
Ottawa Herald
O.H. Pawn
Davis Cycle
Sears
Guys and Dolls
F.O.R.R
Miller Beer
Cully’s Corner
Hogworks
B & B Leathers
Dr. Club
Warners and
Aesthetes
M.C
Central
Harley Davidson
Over the Road Gang
Topeka
Worth
Yamaha Suzuki
Shawnee Cycle
Wal- Mart
O! Mans Cycle
Flamingo Congo Club
Spot
Walkmans
Bottoms Up
Heartland Cycle
B.C. Auto and Access
Ottawa Shriners
Smoke Shack
Emery Family
Paola Tavern
Chris‘ Comer
Helton’s Hallmark Shop
Sutton’s Jewelry
China Hutch
Butler's Florist
Budge’s Sport Center
Young Place
Chocolate Shack
Allegre Pharmacy
Main Street Bakery
Bloomin’ Florist
Rex's Family Hair Center
Town & Country
Cornerstone Books
Merle Norman
Sam Harris
Lorraine Anderson
Steve Morris
Nancy Mells
Randy Penner
Angie Collins
Pam Avery
Lola Sanchez
Gary Bonzo
Mitzi Waggoner
Debbie Allen
Jack Auburn
Tom
Chris Brown
Bog Boo
Sharon
Todd Brady
Leanne Crigui
Kim Stankard
Linda Hollon
Jonie Scribner
Norma Johnson
Keith
Renee Garret
An Hagelin
Wey
East Central Kansas Area Agency On Aging
Eckaaa
Ple
WGN
Chicago Cubs
Chicago White Sox
Chicago Bulls
Illinois
Seahawk
Chiefs
Denver Falls
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