Quote of the Day by Kurt Vonnegut 1973
A Vonnegut quotation from 1973 asserts that books are sacred to free men and have spurred wars against nations hostile to books.
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 2006
Page
2
A Vonnegut quotation from 1973 asserts that books are sacred to free men and have spurred wars against nations hostile to books.
Franklin County fourth to sixth graders meet 14 authors, illustrators and storytellers at Ottawa University for the fifth annual festival. Readers discuss books on bullying espionage Pearl Harbor, adventures and sports biographies while obtaining autographs and asking questions.
The Ottawa Herald outlines its aim to improve readers lives by delivering timely news and information on their interests. It pledges to boost local commerce via advertising and guided promotion and to lead the community through forums and fearless editorials.
The Congress shall make no law establishing a religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. It also protects freedom of speech press and the right to assemble and petition the government for grievances. The landmark clause anchors debates on religious liberty and civil rights in U.S. history.
Denise ODea, superintendent for Wellsville schools, reflects on legacy and child wellbeing. She urges society to prioritize healthy kids through nurturing families, clear boundaries, time, and education, citing funding, neglect, and the need for consistent expectations amid rising abuse and foster care concerns.
A satirical note suggests solutions for Franklin County commission meetings. It questions a large cash outlay for improving the annex and proposes a people friendly, cost saving alternative that preserves space for multiple uses. The writer teases a tongue in cheek consultation and envisions a simple homey setting without a costly ramp or elevated dais.
A letter muses on fanciful improvements for county meeting rooms, suggesting long-legged chairs and built in vanity features to elevate officials. It quips about padding, graduated heights, and a “Knights of the Long High Table” sign, noting insurance and impracticality as downsides.
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