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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 2006
Page
8
Mid-Atlantic and Southeast forecast milder conditions with late season snow in the Rockies and up to 18 inches for Lake Tahoe California. Texas expected rain amid wildfire concerns. Forecasters predict varied temperatures with a cool start and a mild finish across the day.
An 1858 Minneola plat proposed a grand capital town with Pawnee Nemaha Santa Fe and California streets, a hotel and hall for a one day session on March 22 1858. Carpenter Charley Hart later called William Clarke Quantrill, led to Lawrence raid. Convention moved to Leavenworth, then Minneola faded. a building moved to Ottawa. A later Minneola arose in Clark County.
The bulletin lists non commercial public events with no fee. Michigan Valley Community Church hosts a Saturday breakfast from 7 to 10 at Pomona Lake north of the dam. Franklin County Democrats meet Tuesday at Ottawa Retirement Village Complex Village West 1527 Twyman St. Public invited. For information call 785-242-9569.
The Ottawa Education Association invites applications for its 2006 2007 OEA Scholarships. A 450 scholarship targets full time education students who are Ottawa High School graduates or Franklin County residents pursuing first teaching certification. A 300 scholarship aids Ottawa High School graduating seniors planning education study. Deadline June 1. A Hope Cemetery tour led by Deborah Barker of the Franklin County Historical Society will precede the final Thornton Wilder play act at the cemetery at 2 p.m. Sunday. Barker discusses cemetery origins and 19th century design and shares Ottawan burial stories starting at Rohrbaugh Mausoleum.
The 11th annual Children's Health Fair at Ransom Memorial Hospital runs 9 am to noon at 1301 S. Main St. It features 36 booths, activities, and food as part of Franklin County Children's Coalition Spring Break events. Ottawa Police, Ottawa Library, and Franklin County Health Department join, with bike safety talks and free helmet giveaways.
Ottawa officials and business leaders weigh St. Patrick’s Day plans as a possible 2007 parade. Kathy Niehoff of the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce says quarterly events are being considered and a parade remains one option among ideas. Local shops already feature green treats and promotions while Pepper’s Lounge hosts a St. Patrick’s party tonight.
Archbishops including Timothy Dolan authorize one day dispensations allowing corned beef on Friday during Lent. Milwaukee and Boston officials say worshippers may enjoy brisket with moderation, while New York notes dispensation for St Patrick’s patronage.
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