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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1995
Page
3
A Miami Wal Mart apologized after removing T shirts bearing the slogan Someday a woman will be president and the Dennis the Menace character Margaret. The company conceded it overreacted and offered to restock the shirts.
Kansas lawmakers debate a constitutional amendment to permit privately owned slot machines at pari mutuel tracks. Gov. Graves argues the measure lets voters decide, aiming to keep tracks competitive with Missouri while weighing potential social costs.
Jeff Doherty thanks Ottawa citizens for supporting the American Heart Association as the Cardiac Arrest event raises more than $7,800 to aid research and education against cardiovascular disease and stroke. He acknowledges participants and supporters including Richard Jackson Teresa Powers Bob Becker Marty Smith Deborah Henningsen Barb Hamm Linda Woods Janet Coffman Jane Westrum Donna Mietchen Charles Gillette and City Hall.
The writer argues Colin Powell is politically naive and unlikely to win a national campaign. He compares Powell unfavorably to Eisenhower, notes Powell’s limited opportunities as a military leader, and highlights media bias and Powell’s private nature. The piece concludes Powell should not run but can serve in other roles.
Readings complain about cruel acts toward livestock and harsh city dealings over electric bills. AARP members praise local drug stores for prompt service. The Weekender references Gov. Graves at the Heartland China plant.
A reader criticizes a photo caption and verbose phrasing while arguing city workers, especially police, should accrue overtime and extra hours. The letter also praises a Franklin County recycling center and requests weekend hours. Call for community input appears with contact details for the forum "It's Your Quarter."
James Washington, an 18 year old facing crack cocaine charges, was whipped by his grandmother at the urging of Circuit Judge Frank Eppes who offered his own belt. The event sparked a debate on corporal punishment, with supporters saying the punishment warded off jail and taught a lesson, while critics warn of abuse and potential harm. South Carolina's Supreme Court plans an investigation as opinions split on discipline, punishment, and the impact on behavior.
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