Public historic illiteracy sparks debate over schooling
A Gallup Poll shows many college seniors cannot date key events such as the Civil War 861 to 1865 and Columbus 1492, while 25 percent misattribute a Marx quote to the U.S. Constitution. The NEH proposes a 30 credit study plan, but experts say factual basics should be learned by high school seniors.
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U.S
Gallup
Hemphisphere
Bahamas
John
Karl Marx
National Endowment For the Humanities
Florida jury acquits rape suspect amid dressing defense
Opinion notes the jury believed the victim “asked for it” due to clothing and behavior. It argues rape is violence regardless of attire and questions the jurors’ conscience for the acquittal.
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Heck
Florida
U.S. House of Representatives
Parade of Ottawa's Heritage earns thanks and honors
Letter from Sherri Player Matile credits judges, sponsors, and volunteers for a successful Ottawa heritage parade. Applauds Franklin Savings, Peter Cearfoss, S.G. Howell, Construction Materials Inc., and Didde Office Supply & Printing. Notes slight delay and one missed banner. lists winners by era and organization. Parade chairwoman signs.
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Ottawa
Marvin Calliham
Mary Burch
Dale Dieterich Sr
Dorothy Nichols
Allen Loyd
Bettie Sue Shumway
Jeff Herrman
Ginger Millbern
Wilbur Wheaton
Barbara Dew
Don Duncan
Joyce Hendrix
Franklin Savings
Peter Cearfoss
S.G. Howell
Construction Materials Inc
Didde Office Supply & Printing
Eugene Field
Franklin County Historical Society
Hawthorne
Trail Blazers
Nightcrawlers
Kansas National Guard
Ottawa University
Whole Earth Club
Jaycees
Ottawa Herald USPS Rates July 1989 Subscriptions
Subscription rates announced for delivery in Ottawa and surrounding areas effective July 1 1989. Carrier one month five dollars and one year fifty one ninety seven. motor route and mail options vary by county and area with up to sixty nine dollars sixty seven cents yearly.
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Ottawa
Francin
Sideline reflections on Baker OU football clash
A sideline account with honorary coaches from Northwestern Mutual and the Department of Public Safety delivering telepathic game plans. Baker University defeats Ottawa University 37 7 while OU gains moral victory, and the closer view reveals youthful intensity and shared fun beyond the roar of the crowd.
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Robert Shields
Northwestern Mutual
Jeff Herrman
Department of Public Safety
Ottawa University Braves
Baker University
Baker
The Erosion of Trust in Public Service and Justice
A reflective critique of modern governance. The text laments ego among officials and lobbyists, the rise of special interests, and the decline of shared public purpose. It warns that fear, cheap politics, and demand for instant gratification undermine justice, tolerance, and long term liberty. The author calls for accountable leadership and a wiser citizenry.
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Stalin
Hitler
Iciea 3
Miece
Brain and Heart Clash on Panama and Watches
A columnman weighs Bush Panama options, Noriega, and US timing. Personal views on paratroopers, trials, and assassinations mix with Bulova watch couture and lifestyle claims. Reflections on aging, media trends, coffee prices, and political repeal questions close the piece.
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Bill Boucek
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