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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 2004
Page
2
A paraphrase of Proverbs 15 1 2 emphasizing gentleness and wisdom over harsh words. The text contrasts a gentle answer with anger and notes the tongue of the wise as making knowledge acceptable while fools speak foolishly.
Ottawa and Franklin County grow with new faces and volunteer opportunities. The Living Well Newcomers Guide invites residents and visitors to get involved, learn city and county operations, and join boards like library and planning. Community pride and resilience shine through floods and rebuilding.
Columnist William A. Collins decries state bonding for Adriaen’s Landing and other projects, arguing they rarely benefit downtowns or taxpayers. He notes pedestrian deserts at Constitution Plaza and Statehouse Square, limited civic return, and squandered funds amid costly stadiums and offices.
A critical column condemns contractors cycling between the Pentagon and major suppliers like Lockheed, Boeing, and Halliburton. It cites Pete Aldridge’s shifts from Air Force secretary to McDonnell Douglas to Pentagon purchasing chief and finally to Lockheed board member, arguing ethics laws are lax and lobbyists drive policy. Jim Hightower promotion included.
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