Computer program aids Ottawa burial records and genealogy
Ottawa public works buys a computer program to manage grave plots for Hope and Highland cemeteries. It provides burial dates, causes of death, obituaries, census data, and may include photos. Internet access and alphabetized lists will help genealogists and residents locate graves, with volunteers urged to input data for county cemeteries.
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Genealogy Society
City debate on east west trail linked to Prairie Spirit Trail
Readers urged to vote on developing an east west pedestrian trail to connect with the Prairie Spirit Trail. Comment online at ottawaherald.com or mail responses to The Ottawa Herald at 104 S. Cedar by Friday. Weekender will publish survey results.
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Debates Over School Vouchers and Church Funding
A reader in a public-spirited column argues that expanding vouchers to fund religious institutions violates church state separation. The piece critiques Bush administration support for religious funding, cites Cleveland as a pilot example, and warns of long term indoctrination and public school destruction. Kelly Clark invites further comment.
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Gaza Bethlehem plan under attack as Israel pressures Iraq action
The Egyptian Gazette argues that Israel seeks to shape U S policy as Washington focuses on Iraq while Palestinians face a brutal 22 month clampdown. It claims Tel Aviv pushes the U S to escalate against Baghdad and undermine the Gaza Bethlehem security plan.
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Record turnout at Red Cross Bloodmobile draws praise
On August 27 the Bloodmobile saw a record turnout, possibly saving 270 lives. Gratitude extended to donors, volunteers, and those ineligible for thank yous. A reader condemns attacks on the school board after a Weekend edition comment, urging restraint and civility.
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American Red Cross Bloodmobile
Community letter defends school board over closure claims
A Franklin County district employee urges residents to consider the evidence from an engineering report that found Reader Forum middle school unsafe and dilapidated. The writer says the board acted honestly, notes overcrowding and material shortages, and invites parents to attend meetings to inform themselves before judging.
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