Thanksgiving through the years a national gratitude story
Americans have much to be thankful for as Thanksgiving remains a largely noncommercial holiday centered on God and family. The piece traces origins to 1619 Pilgrims and notes Lincoln's 1863 proclamation, Roosevelt's 1939 shift, and Congress framing federal observance in 1941, ending with four-day shopping after the feast.
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A Gun Is Only a Tool to Kill Opinion Page
A letter debates gun rights and self defense, arguing the need to own and carry a gun for home protection despite opposition to concealed weapons. The writer cautions against disarming citizens as criminals keep guns, and notes pepper spray risks, while acknowledging not all gun activists are men.
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Reader Forum letters seek signed submissions
Readers are invited to send hand signed letters with the author address and telephone number. Submissions should be mailed to Reader Forum The Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar Ottawa KS 66067 or emailed to letters ottawaherald.com.
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Regents plan would benefit state college
Dr Bud Gollier argues in a Community Viewpoints column that Kansas higher education needs funding reform. He supports the Kansas Board of Regents initiative to let campuses keep tuition, enabling predictable state allocations, better faculty salaries, and stronger incentives for excellence at Kansas University and Kansas State.
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Thanksgiving through Civil War to national observance
The essay traces Thanksgiving origins from 1621 Plymouth to 1777 Saratoga and 1789 Washington proclamations, noting Sarah Hale’s push for a national day and Lincoln’s 1863 proclamation. It urges Americans to thank God and share blessings, highlighting unity, prosperity, and enduring national legacy.
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