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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 2005
Page
3
A Benjamin Franklin quote from 1722 cautions that any effort to topple a nation must first curb free speech. The saying underscores enduring debates over rights, liberty, and civic discourse in democratic societies.
The Ottawa Herald reports Gulf Coast residents face widespread devastation after Hurricane Katrina with millions affected in Louisiana Mississippi and Alabama. Evacuations to Houston's Astrodome, ongoing outages, and looting are noted as relief agencies mobilize. The paper invites local donations to the Red Cross Katrina Disaster Fund, pledging to match staff contributions and urging others to participate.
A Kansas legislative discussion weighed whether possession can be defined by drugs in a person’s bloodstream. Critics warn it risks self incrimination, policing social issues, and overreaching by parents or employers. The interim committee urged lawmakers not to pursue the bill due to unintended consequences.
A column calling out Rev. Pat Robertson and prosperity gospel draws strong local reaction. The piece questions the county clerk salary dispute, contrasts 1999 increases with current payroll duties, cites Shari Perry and Rebecca Ortega, and hints at political pressure. It urges community support for Emily and Franklin County’s homeless pets, requesting essentials and a lawn tractor for cemetery grounds.
Louis Reed’s Ottawa History note recalls a 61.32 mill city tax levy from half a century ago. The piece contrasts past levies with today’s 48.854 mills city levy and 58.214 mills county levy, praising commissioners and Ron Henrickson for prudent budgeting and professional leadership.
The Ottawa Herald invites readers to submit opinions and questions to the Readers Forum. Send letters to the address published in the newspaper and include a name and city of residence. Submissions may be edited for length and clarity.
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