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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1997
Page
2
John D. Montgomery argues a national apology to African Americans for slavery is insufficient. He urges concrete actions to end ongoing discrimination, expand education and job opportunities, and address enduring racism rather than focus on a belated apology and reparations.
The Mercury mocks misused Powercat mascots on license plates, urging troopers to treat them as licensed symbols. It jokes about respecting Powercat over a cougar and offers fines paid for the first ten scofflaws who display the emblem.
Kathleen Parker reflects on childhood memories of kittens killed by adults and expands to contemporary teen births. She argues society devalues babies and condemns harsher punishment for those who discard newborns, urging readers to confront rising acts of infanticide with accountability.
Tulsa World notes the twelve jurors in the Timothy McVeigh trial displayed intelligence and dedication, disputing claims of jury mediocrity. Beacon Journal supports the death penalty as deserved for McVeigh’s act of domestic terrorism, while Cedar Rapids Gazette criticizes White House barricades on Pennsylvania Avenue and questions reopening.
A reader urges Ottawa residents to support Dale Howard, arguing for a second chance after a single mistake. They accuse a small group of media and officials of harassment and call for recognizing his 17 years of service and community contributions.
A reader praises God and communal generosity while noting the value of sharing good deeds publicly. They thank anonymous helpers, celebrate Main Street flowers, and offer to volunteer, urging kindness over theft after addressing a floral theft incident tied to Decoration Day and Father’s Day.
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