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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 2004
Page
2
In 1971 US district judge Murray Gurstein remarked that a cantankerous obstinate ubiquitous press must be endured by authorities to safeguard freedom of expression and the people’s right to know. The quotation underscores press independence and transparency in governance.
In a few weeks a passenger excursion will travel from Baldwin City to Ottawa for the first time in 65 years. Led by the Midland Railway Historical Association, the 60 minute ride will run Saturdays Sundays and holidays from Memorial Day to October from the VFW. Tickets are sold at the Old Depot Museum and on the train. The project is funded by a Kansas Department of Transportation grant via the Federal Highway Administration with matching funds from the Midland Railway group and supported by the Franklin County Commission.
An op ed argues reporters should call President George W. Bush a liar for false wartime claims. It cites the Africa uranium claim, supposed Iraqi labs, stem cell statements, and links to al Qaida, asserting misinformed remarks were repeated by aides and demand truthful, accountable reporting.
Gov Kathleen Sebelius spoke at Legislature Day Feb 19 for Kansas Library Association members and emphasized education and access to health care as top priorities for Kansans. Ottawa Public Library offers education resources, health care learning, trained staff, and helpful volunteers to meet diverse needs.
Mary Redeker of the Ottawa Library Board thanks donors to The Friends of the Library and the Endowment Fund. She notes volunteers, patrons, staff, and the Franklin County Literature Festival enrich learning, reading, and language arts for children across Franklin County.
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