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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 2003
Page
2
Rep. Roger Wicker cites seniors unable to name unalienable rights from the Declaration of Independence and introduces a bill to boost civics instruction. Teachers warn that lack of democracy understanding threatens future civic engagement.
The July 1 change lets judges impound cars tied to drunken driving for up to a year, even if not owned by the offender, but area judges say it mainly scares first-time offenders while chronic drinkers remain undeterred.
Readers are urged to vote at www.ottawaherald.com or mail responses to The Ottawa Herald 104 S. Cedar St. by Friday. Survey results appear in the Weekender edition.
Readers are invited to send hand-signed letters with address and phone number. Submissions must not exceed 400 words and may be edited for space. Send to Reader Forum, The Ottawa Herald, 104 S Cedar, Ottawa KS 66047 or by email to letters ottawaherald.com.
A compiled roster of state and federal lawmakers with office addresses in Washington and Topeka. Includes U S Senators Pat Roberts and Sam Brownback, Rep Jim Ryun, Gov Kathleen Sebelius, and state officials like Sen Robert Tyson and Reps Tom Holland Bill Faverborn Joe Humerickhouse Stanley Dreher with their Capitol offices and phone numbers.
A reader notes the Ottawa City Band’s final concert of the season in City Park. He recalls the band shell, the Navy cannon relic, and the park’s evolving features from 1940s restrooms to the Dietrich Cabin move in 1964. He shares memories of city life, park changes, and the first Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast in 1979.
A note of gratitude for Tom Fenwick Greg Schultz and Todd Stewart who put players first and nurture positive sportsmanship. The author recalls lessons from caring coaches who boosted rivals and built friendships across teams through shared respect.
A devoted mentor prioritizes education over athletics and values each parent’s input, placing team needs above individual desires. He speaks of personal integrity over victory, treats players as people first, and expresses gratitude with a handshake and warmth.
A reader extols Beth Hinderliter for compassionate care shown to a hospitalized son and a mother during end of life, praising her as a natural, generous person and an earthly angel. The message also notes familiarity with her parents Howard and Henrietta Tucker.
Readers are invited to share their opinions with The Ottawa Herald at MAL 104 S Cedar Ottawa Kansas 66067. Submissions should be concise and address timely local topics for possible publication.
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