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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 2004
Page
2
Theodore Roosevelt warned that insisting on unquestioning support for the president is unpatriotic and morally treasonable to the American public, urging honest appraisal of leadership during wartime.
After Franklin County joins the Kansas City combined statistical area, Ottawa and nearby communities must preserve local identity. Many residents commute to KC or Lawrence, risking a detached sense of place. The piece urges welcoming newcomers, fostering local commerce, and building community ties beyond mere residence to ensure engaged voters and taxpayers.
Michael Newdow argues that the phrase one nation under God is religious and violates the First Amendment. He cites 1954 addition to the pledge and links his case to school prayer rulings. The piece weighs potential shifts for the Court and notes funds spent fighting such cases. It also mocks the idea of advertising on currency and references slogans and pop culture.
Martha Cox lauds) editorials oppose new yard sale regulations proposed by the Ottawa City Manager. The writer argues the rules add red tape, increase record keeping, and waste government resources across divisions, labeling federal and state governments as overly controlling.
The writer questions the city’s proposal to regulate signs on private property. They argue there is no sound basis for the rules, call for six sign sales per year or no objecting restrictions, and suggest the plan would cost government more and raise taxes, which they deem already too high. They doubt signs obstruct vision and doubt impact on safety.
A speaker supports Martha Cox and urges Ottawa to ticket residents who leave garage sale signs. They argue signs spoil town charm, keep money local, and do not harm legitimate businesses. They favor preserving a small town atmosphere over strict regulations.
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