Sizing up pests protecting prairie dogs could reshape policy
The piece argues Kansan history of extermination laws contrasts with possible federal protection for prairie dogs, citing 95 percent population decline and the risk of ecological harm. It links to Alaska North Slope drilling studies showing significant, possibly irreparable damage, urging caution as science evolves.
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Editorial Endorses Surgical Strike Over War to Kill Saddam
Guest editorial from Journal Star Peoria argues assassination of Saddam Hussein as a possible wartime option to save American lives, noting Bush reportedly discussed repealing bans on assassinations. It questions U S role as beacon of democracy and laments potential counterproductive outcomes.
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Guest Editorials Offer Readers A Variety Of Opinions
Editorial note states guest pieces present diverse viewpoints and that opinions may differ from The Herald. Readers are reminded that content reflects authors, not the newspaper or its staff.
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Reader Forum submissions guidelines and contact details
Readers are invited to send hand signed letters with author address and telephone to Reader Forum The Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar Ottawa KS 66067 or by email to letters ottawaherald com Submissions must be under 400 words and may be edited for space
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Political contact list for Kansas officials and offices
A compact roll of contact details for U S presidential, senatorial, and legislative offices in Washington D C and Topeka Kansas. It lists addresses phone numbers and websites for President George Bush U S Sen Pat Roberts Sam Brownback U S Rep Jim Ryun Gov Kathleen Sebelius State Sen Robert Tyson State Rep Tom Holland Bill Feuerborn Joe Humerickhouse Stanley Dreher with office locations at 200 Capitol Avenue and Rayburn and Hart buildings and state capitol offices.
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Israeli Influence and Bush Iraq War Critique
Charley Reese argues that Israeli interests shape U S policy and that the Bush administration lies about Iraqs weapons of mass destruction. He asserts prominent neoconservatives pushed for toppling Saddam, cites sources like Newsweek and The Nation, and urges readers to blame the policymakers and media.
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Plea to Rural Pet Owners After Goat Slaughter
A Franklin County resident pleads for responsible pet ownership after dogs killed their goats. With no leash laws, the sheriff says police action is limited. The author recalls welcoming 50 acres for boxers to roam and urges caution to prevent future losses.
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Pets Run Free No More For Farmers Neighbors
Letters from Suzanne Santoyo in Ottawa describe fear and loss as neighbor dogs killed livestock. She recounts consultations with farmers, training dogs, and enforcing supervised access to prevent future cattle and sheep incidents. The letter highlights rural safety, child impact, and communal responsibility.
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Cards Thank Ottawa Citizens For Heart Association Event
From the heart on behalf of the American Heart Association I thank Ottawa residents for helping Cardiac Arrest raise $5 000 for cardiovascular research since 1949 the association has funded nearly $1 7 billion. Thanks to fund raising efforts educational programs reach all ages and fight heart disease.
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