Editorial New challenge for Ottawa Herald in new year
The Ottawa Herald reflects on last year’s local gains and belt-tightening needs. It notes staffing additions, rising newsprint costs, and pressures from a softening economy. The piece urges closer reader and advertiser service, warns of out-of-town purchases harming local businesses, and pledges improved community coverage.
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Reader Forum submissions seek signed letters in Ottawa Herald
Readers are invited to submit opinions to the Reader Forum. Hand sign with name address and telephone. mail to The Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar Ottawa Kansas 66067 or email letters ottawaherald.com. Submissions limited to 500 words and may be edited for space.
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Kansans listed in congressional and state officials directory
A roster of political figures includes President Bill Clinton White House Senator Pat Roberts Senator Sam Brownback Rep Jim Ryan Governor Bill Graves State Senator Robert Tyson and State Representative Ralph Tanner with office addresses in Washington DC and Topeka Kansas plus phone numbers and official websites as provided.
Grace at One Learns to Be a Real Person Beyond Toy Trends
A parent bans Barbie for Grace, choosing Dorothy Barbie instead, then notes Grace’s first year as a unique individual. Drawing on NAS findings from From Neurons to Neighborhoods, the piece argues against viewing Grace as a mini-adult and emphasizes nurturing, curiosity, and the individuality of a one-year-old.
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Democratic Party inflames racial tensions in politics
Tribune writer argues the Democrats exploit race to boost black turnout, citing Jesse Jackson and the Ashcroft nomination battle. It contends Republicans and liberals accuse racism while Democrats profit from fear, urging restraint as tensions rise ahead of Missouri judge and attorney general fights.
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Ronnie White
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James R. Johnson
Patrick Leahy
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