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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 2003
Page
2
An editorial argues the Ottawa School Board must align public support and funding to pass a $36 million bond for elementary schools. It compares the effort to algebra, stresses informed voters, trusted leadership, and clear prioritization of needs over wants, noting enrollment hints and the need for ongoing outreach.
Readers encounter guest editorials offering diverse viewpoints. The Herald notes opinions may diverge from its own stance and from staff editors, highlighting a platform for civic dialogue and public commentary.
A readable OCR fragment lists contact details for federal and state officials in Washington and Topeka. It names U S Senators Pat Roberts and Sam Brownback, U S Rep Jim Ryun, Governor Kathleen Sebelius, and state legislators Tom Holland Bill Fevarborn Jos Humerickhouse Stanley Dreher, with office addresses and phone numbers.
A personal critique argues against supporting General Wesley Clark for president. The writer describes him as a conceited “perfumed prince,” cites NATO Yugoslavia bombing issues, and notes military constraints on public opposition while on active duty. The piece questions Clark’s suitability and warns against campaign rhetoric.
Ottawa Herald front page highlights Franklin County and Murray McGee as a driving force in tourism and events. The writer praises McGee for energy and connections while raising offense at Ottawa Suzuki Strings coverage. Shonda Stitt clarifies OMA programs as the Suzuki program shines, with praise for Alice Joy Lewis and her students as a key local asset.
Ottawa Municipal Auditorium hosts diverse entertainment yearly. Notable acts include Johnny Cash Buddy Rich and Reba McEntire with classical orchestras and ballet. Recently Down the Road Band and Michael Martin Murphey performed. Fairmont Strings Quartet concert scheduled Oct 18 with tickets on sale. Ottawa area venues praised by visiting artists for quality and atmosphere.
Cathy Parsons questions Vickie Moss's Sept. articles on the Ross trial in Anderson County. Parsons insists witnesses and expert testimony show Elizabeth Lingenfelter's speed and actions were mischaracterized, urging accuracy before publishing as facts.
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