Quote of the Day by Max Frankel in 1971
The quotation notes that officials leak secrets to attract attention or sway superiors. It asserts the press remains a major vehicle for such leaks, though not the sole channel, reflecting long standing tensions between government secrecy and media scrutiny.
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New concealed carry law stirs debate over signs and safety
The Kansas Personal and Family Protection Act expands concealed carry rights, prompting businesses to post no gun signs and consider metal detectors. Critics warn licensees, sign makers, and gun sellers benefit, while citizens fear a safety tradeoff and recall past lessons on firearms in public spaces.
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Editorial note states guest pieces offer reader perspectives not necessarily endorsed by The Herald or its editor. It clarifies the newspaper does not share all opinions printed by contributors.
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After-Prom safety drive for Wellsville High prom night
Community urges parents and students to prevent alcohol related crashes and support Wellsville High Booster Club After-Prom with donations and volunteers. Prom night April 22, After-Prom runs from 12:30 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. with prizes, themes, and activities to keep youths safe. Funds needed about $4,000 annually, contact the school for details.
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Wellsville School Calendar Highlights and Leaders
Denise O'Dea serves as Wellsville superintendent as a busy slate of events unfolds. Today features Snowball Relays at 4 p.m. with Wednesday dismissal for elementary at 11:30 a.m. Collaboration Day Thursday includes softball and baseball at Paola at 4:30 p.m. Middle school vocal and Topeka FBSA events, Kinder orientation at 6:30 p.m. Friday highlights high school track at Wellsville 3:30 p.m. Saturday brings Regional vocal at Allen County and PTO Carnival 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 3 booster club meeting at 7 p.m.
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Prom costs and roles through the decades in Ottawa
Ottawa resident Dave Hartmann argues prom costs should be shared and not burden the girl, recalling 1950s norms while noting today’s prices. He recalls decorations, outfits, and restaurant outings, urging memorable but affordable experiences for all attendees.
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The Ottawa Herald invites letters to the Readers' Forum under 400 words. Include name, address and daytime phone number. Letters may be edited for length and clarity. Readers are limited to one letter per month. Form letters poems consumer complaints or business testimonials will not be printed.
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