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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1981
Page
3
An editorial argues federal uniform handgun laws are needed after noting Washington D C's strict 1970s measures. A 1980 study links DC handgun restrictions to double digit declines in handgun homicides assaults robberies and related incidents, suggesting controls work nationwide if enacted.
The Telegram reports Senate Commerce Committee adds 122 million to Amtrak's budget amid White House cuts. Editorials warned of cuts but Congress appears to back rail service, enabling most passenger trains to run if House approves. The Boston to Washington corridor would otherwise be rationed.
Additions and comments recall Pea Ridge Civil War history, Calico Rock memories, and Seldom Rest Farms mislocated in Arkansas and Kansas. A reader notes diet trends with vending calorie counts and jokes about Doonesbury and royal nuptials. The RSIBRW mocks the Royal Wedding.
The board considered a salaries and fringe benefits package for building administrators with a 15 percent base raise and added perks such as 10 vacation days, full health insurance, conference attendance, and dues to professional groups. A July 15 decision date was set, and board member Gretchen Tiberghien urged a clear district philosophy. Kansas comparisons showed higher principal salaries than teachers, while Garden City teachers recently gained a 14.4 percent raise.
Garden City administrators currently earn 18 422 to 25 620 base pay with experience and education increments. A proposed range runs 22 909 to 32 908, not including benefits. The writer argues teachers should be funded first, noting teachers influence student outcomes more than principals and suggesting principals focus on administrative tasks while teachers receive higher pay and support.
Ex President Carter faces accusations that senior Justice Department prosecutors delayed and manipulated the Vesco grand jury probe. Memo notes fear of political damage and possible perjury, with witnesses coached and crucial documents withheld, while the jury foreman sought uncensored evidence.
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