Rule of Thumb on Domestic Violence Lessons and Outcomes
An essay argues the rule of thumb origin myths linger in abuse culture. It cites an Ottawa case of prolonged domestic assault and notes police and justice measures reduce domestic homicides elsewhere. Emphasizes aggressive investigation and accountability to prevent death and further violence.
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Dennis Butler
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Family Justice Center
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Calif
Letters to the Editor Readers' Forum policy note
The Ottawa Herald outlines that letters express writers opinions and research and are identified at each letter end. It invites disagreement and responses in the Readers Forum to allow full public debate on significant issues.
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Keeping prom night safe for Wellsville students
A Wellsville School booster message cites 2000 2002 highway death stats to urge parents and community to back an annual after prom party. It notes prom night risks, outlines past after-prom themes and activities, and asks for donations and volunteers to fund the $4000 yearly event. Denise ODea is superintendent.
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Kansas
Wellsville High School
Wellsville
WHS
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Concealed Weapon Sign Dilemma for Ottawa Retailers
A downtown business owner debates whether to post no concealed weapons signs amid new laws, weighing safety and potential loss of customers. The letter supports Ottawa Franklin County Economic Development and notes OFCED's efforts to attract growth and a major project, while acknowledging local development challenges.
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Ottawa Main Street
Ottawa
Franklin County
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County officials seek growth and housing in Ottawa Wellsville area
Residents hear that officials aim to attract builders to the county and support both Ottawa and Wellsville. Speakers praised Jerry Thompson and Tom Weigand for representing both cities at presentations and committing to help newcomers locate preferred towns. The overarching goal is to encourage development within the county.
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Wellsville
Jerry Thompson
Tom Weigand
Ottawa
One God and a Nation in Upset Over Religion
A speaker criticizes plural faiths as powerless while claiming one true God acts alone. He laments loss of religious freedom, government limits on Christian symbols, federal funding, and heavy federal control. He cites media hypocrisy on violence stories reflecting national moral confusion.
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Eminent domain concerns in Kansas and Franklin County
The author cautions that eminent domain can be abused by governments to aid manufacturers. They argue landowner rights must prevail when a project faces obstruction, and oppose pressuring owners beyond fair compensation to boost jobs or tax revenue. Government should not use eminent domain to favor investors over property rights.
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Kansas
Franklin County
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