Ottawa auditorium tax change proposal sparks independence debate
John D. Montgomery outlines Ottawa plans to place the auditorium under a commission appointed authority, funded by its own property tax levy. Critics warn a mill levy hike would shift taxes and reduce private fundraising while maintaining city responsibility for budget gaps. The piece argues for private support and a dedicated friends group instead of a new public funding shell game.
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Ottawa Arena Auditorium
City Hall
OMA
Scott Lambers
Ottawa
Auditorium Authority
Franklin Savings Building
John D. Montgomery
Dole Faces Tobacco Debate Backlash Over Addiction Claim
Bob Dole has sparked controversy with remarks suggesting smoking may not be addictive and his defensive responses have drawn criticism. Critics say his stance contradicts known health risks as his campaign fears the issue could become a defining moment.
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Bob Dole
Dole
Food and Drug Administration
Pisier
Guest editorials present varied reader opinions
Editorial page offers a range of viewpoints for readers. Views expressed are not necessarily the Herald's editor.
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Herald
The All American Hot Dog History and Myths
Vickie Hull surveys hot dogs from origins to modern uses in a light, regional column. She traces the term hot dog to Tad Dorgan, notes Feuchtwanger’s bun, and recalls Roosevelt hosting royals. The piece covers nutrition, packaging, toppings, and a Nathan’s contest, ending with a humorous dinner invitation.
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Antoine Feuchtwanger
United States
Feuchtwanger
Tad Dorgan
New York Polo Grounds
Dorgan
Roosevelt
George VI
England
Babe Ruth
Nathan's Coney Island
Brooklyn
N.Y
Vickie Hull
Lawrence
Reader Forum letter on Kyle Lehman death sparks belt air bag warning
A reader disputes reports of Kyle Lehman death in a June car crash and asserts seat belt abrasions were present and that the passenger air bag caused the fatal injury. The writer urges parents to know air bags are unsafe for young children in front seats and to learn from the tragedy to protect others.
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Kyle Lehman
Kyle
Dengel & Son
Connie
Lehman
Lehmans
Ban burning of trash for our citizens health
A resident urges Ottawa to end trash burning citing health risks from July 11 smoke and long-standing trash pickup in the city. The letter appeals for healthier air and notes medical costs from pollution while acknowledging past practices.
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Ottawa
Reader Forum guidelines at The Ottawa Herald
Readers are invited to submit hand signed letters with full address and phone number. Letters may be edited for space and should be sent to Reader Forum The Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar Ottawa KS 66067.
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Ottawa Herald
S. Cedar
Ottawa
The Myths of Female Efficiency in Crime and Work
A provocative column argues women are more organized and efficient than men, citing newsroom behavior and grooming, then pivots to crime. It cites Charmassa Fairly in Baton Rouge with a chilling to do list and a planned murder, framed as an ironic counterpoint to assumed order.
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Charmassa Fairly
Baton Rouge
Kevin
Charmassa
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