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Newspaper

Ottawa Herald

Location

Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1999

Page

3

Battle of the pickup decals inflames public profanity war

A Parsons Sun guest editorial laments professional profanity on truck decals from Ford Dodge and Chevy fans. It cites offensive slogans on bumper designs as a rising social ill, urges action to curb obscenity, and calls for revisiting limits on bumper sticker language.

Ford Dodge Rams Cadillac Chevy Parsons Sun

Saline County Reservists Return From Yugoslav War Mission

About 50 members of the 931st Air Refueling Group arrived at McConnell Air Force Base in Kansas after serving in the air war against Yugoslavia. The piece honors these private citizens who left jobs and families to support military action, noting their non-guardian status and the importance of their commitment to be ready to serve.

McConnell Air Force Base Kansas Yugoslavia 931St America Salina

Head Start critique questions universal preschool idea

An analysis challenges Head Start as a universal preschool, citing a 1997 GAO review that found benefits fade after early schooling and arguing that increasing education spending has not improved outcomes. The piece questions extending early education to ages three and four, suggesting potential negative effects.

al Gore America Cato Institute Darcy Olsen Lyndon Johnson General Accounting Office

Russians as Kosovo peacekeepers shape NATO ties

The text argues Russia should be part of Kosovo peace efforts rather than excluded. It notes Russian troops aiding settlement makes exit harder and supports Kremlin backing for cooperation with NATO. It stresses Russia remains an influential yet inconsistent European actor.

Kosovo Kremlin NATO Russia

Evolution teaching clash at Kansas school board

Debate over teaching evolution in Kansas schools raises fears that radical Christian views could shortchange students. Critics say opting out of widely accepted science would harm graduates and national progress, while supporters argue for alternative approaches.

Kansas

Women and men in domestic violence challenge myth

In a column discussing Mother Jones findings by Terrie Moffitt and a 1980 study, Kathleen Parker argues that women initiate violence as often as men, urging more research into violent women. FBI data show rising violence among girls. understanding root causes may reduce fatal abuse. She notes implications for public dialogue and invites reader input via email.

Aorta Mother Jones Nancy Updike Terrie Moffitt University of Wisconsin Moffitt FBI Moffit Updike

Supreme Court Clashes with Federal Supremacy and Civil Rights

An opinionated piece recalls Civil War era themes as the Supreme Court links state sovereignty to limits on federal power, denying private suits against states and restricting disability rights enforcement. It cites cases on overtime pay, patent, and anti-competitive actions, plus criticism of justices and praise for reform of asset forfeiture.

North South Old South Supreme Court Maine Supremes House Henry Hyde

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