Editorial: Heroes missing in the hot summer turmoil
The editorial laments absent heroic figures as a week of extreme heat stirs dismal news. It links a fatal Idaho standoff, FBI suspensions, and alleged cover ups to a broader crisis of trust. It recalls J Edgar Hoover era myths and questions where the heroes have gone.
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Waco
Idaho
FBI
Justice Department
Larry Potts
Potts
J. Edgar Hoover
Hoover
Jim Hitch
County dog show expands for July 15 in Franklin County
The Franklin County 4 H Dog Show will be held at Celebration Hall on Saturday July 15 with agility obedience and showmanship events. Spectators are asked to arrive before 10 30 a m to minimize distractions as project leaders Debbie Blakeley and Diane Spisak note the program now includes more advanced training and praise local youth participation.
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Franklin County
Celebration Hall
Misco Qalag
Debbie Blakeley
Diane Spisak
Hooters
Booby Beach
Gucci
Versace
Escada
Chanel
Dolce & Gabbana
Cartier
Riviera
Robin Leach
Roger Moore
Dr. Kookie
Herald
Timeout misprint corrected in Ottawa Herald TV Scene
In the July 8 to 14 TV Scene, a misprint in Timeout For Kids section misstates true or false potpourri question 3. The correct answer is false because airplanes require air for lift and engine power. JOHN KLINGELE 3930 Iowa Lane
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Ottawa Herald
Readers urged to sign letters with address and phone
Editors request signed letters to the editor with writer's address and a telephone number for verification. Unsigned submissions will not be published.
No Kidding Circle These Dates List
A compact feature lists dates and ages linked to notable events and people. It includes calendar oddities from history such as years 2000 and 1995, plus youth milestones for Elizabeth Taylor Paul McCarey John Stuart Mill Salvador Dali and Bobby Fischer with early achievements noted.
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N.Y
Arthur C. Clarke
Elizabeth Taylor
Royal Command
Paul McCarey
John Stuart Mill
Rome
Salvador Dali
Bobby Fischer
World Features Syndicate
War in North Ottawa Ends in Brief Local Truce
July 14 1895 Ottawa Daily Republican recounts a two man dispute between Dr. C L Clemmons and Richard Glenn. Glenn attacked with a hatchet injuring Clemmons, both men sought warrants but elders urged peace. Clemmons later pressed assault and disturbance charges leading to a warrant against Glenn.
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Ottawa Daily Republican
Ottawa
C.L. Clemmons
Richard Glenn
Glenn
Clemmons
Sort
Plaza Theatre
Ellis Fur Shop
Hugh Grant affair sparks lecture on sex, law, and media
Dr. J M Kookie argues Grant bought sex as a market transaction, contrasting media portrayal with alleged real actions. He casts the episode as a class critique and questions legality while noting public reaction and the irony of punishment.
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J.M. Kookie
Hugh Grant
Kookie
Grant
French Riviera
Wal-Mart
Jay Leno
Dr. Kookie
Eisenhower quits European HQ as contacts loosened
General Eisenhower announces the shutdown of the Allies supreme military headquarters in Europe and eases some private contact restrictions. In Japan, U S warships bombard Kamaishi steel works on Honshu as fighting persists around Sarangani Bay in Mindanao Philippines.
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Eigenhower
Europe
Gla
Japan
U.S
Kamaishi
Honshu
Sarangani Bay
Mindanao
Philippines
Dangerous Le Loup exit prompts lights request
Letter to the editor warns Le Loup exit lacks lighting creating risk for pedestrians and drivers. Caller questions city power shutoff timing and urges safer traffic practices and better driving by police.
It's Your Quarter: Gates at Highland Cemetery Closed
Readers question why Highland Cemetery gates were closed at 4 p m despite a dawn to dusk sign and demand notification of policy changes. They urge local input, discuss vandalism fears, landowner rights, and call for public voices on city decisions. They reference veterans issues and invite submissions via the forum hotline.
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Highland Cemetery
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