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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 2010
Page
7
A Christmas meditation from Calvin Coolidge underscores peace and goodwill as the true spirit of the season. He speaks of mercy and generosity as foundations for a hopeful world, inviting reflection on the Savior’s light guiding humanity.
The piece argues to end Don't Ask Don’t Tell as US forces fight wars and serve with pride. It cites Dan Choi’s discharge and notes political support shifts including nine Republicans voting to repeal. It frames service members by merit, not sexual orientation, and urges equal dignity for all who defend the country.
Editor Tommy Felts reflects on a 19th century style Christmas shared in a great aunt Jewell’s letter. The tale describes a hand made tree from gum wrappers and cotton, crafted during hard times, and the true spirit of Christmas found in family effort and simple gifts.
Letter questions the practice of publishing divorce filings on page two of the Herald arguing it invades privacy though public records. The author suggests reporting should avoid listing sensitive cases, noting many filings may not end in divorce and children’s welfare matters justify discretion.
Richard Warren miscues Christmas cheer and urges readers to engage in debate while The Ottawa Herald reminds readers it prints Franklin County marriage and divorce filings as public records. The editors frame the filings as community information available at the Franklin County Court Services Building in Ottawa.
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