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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 2005
Page
2
Alexander Meiklejohn emphasizes that true freedom means hearing every belief regardless of personal stance, highlighting the First Amendment's core principle for open dialogue and dissent.
The Ottawa University campus shows changes including a copper dome atop Tony Jones Hall replacing the 2003 hail damaged dome and the new Hull Center for Athletics. The historic building dates to 1869, with a long tradition tied to its bell and tower. The renovations reflect the university spirit and forward thinking.
A reflective essay recalls corn shocks seen in Indiana and Maryland, small farms, and a minister's move to Garnett Kansas. The author contrasts modern farming with traditional quarry moments, from peach truck runs to stock trailers, pondering what everyday rural life today might one day vanish and deserve remembrance.
Frank Garvin of Ottawa urges Ottawa High School to act on underage drinking after Jeanny Sharp's Last Call. He calls for an alcohol and drug education program in PE, zero tolerance for sports, random drug testing, and breathalyzer use at dances. He cites a Dalai Lama quote on ethical behavior.
The writer argues for a uniform, loving response to diversity and urges protecting universal freedoms. They emphasize compassion, the social safety net, and skepticism toward dismantling Social Security while criticizing debt, personal responsibility, and policy changes under a Bush administration. Personal anecdotes about family finances reinforce calls for gentler national conduct.
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