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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1998
Page
8
Ricky Bulmer and Luke Queen of the OHS boys squad along with Emilee Hermreck and Rachel Goetz of the distaff side are named to the All Huron League Basketball first teams. Partly cloudy and warmer Saturday expect a mid 50s high with east winds 5 to 15 mph. See page 2 for weather details.
Garnett police recovered a stolen weapon from the Anderson County Historical Society on Thursday morning. Chief Dan Dietz said up to five juveniles and two adults may be charged with break in vandalism and thefts that damaged the museum. Paperwork has been sent to the county attorney.
Former U S senator Bob Dole testified in a Washington deposition denying aiding a Mission Kansas woman to obtain an abortion in the early 1970s. The suit by Phyllis Wells Smith targets radio host Steve Glorioso and Bonneville International Corp over remarks made before the 1996 election.
A January Boston Globe report from Moscow highlights Russians fueled by ice fishing despite deadly risks. An angler aged 54 endures zero degree weather with lines in two holes, claiming relaxation over catching fish. Every year over 100 Russians die ice fishing, and a St Petersburg incident left anglers fighting for a final stand on a drifting platform before rescue.
Anderson County Board of Education narrowly rejects two proposals to gate or separate controversial library books. Four members favor a permanent parent teacher advisory council to screen titles, while three oppose. Librarian Noonan cites curriculum fit and age level among criteria for selecting materials.
Richard Jackson at East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corp reports more working families seeking food aid as living costs rise. Kansas hunger groups note nationwide increases, with higher low birth weight rates and welfare reform shaping demand. Kansas Kids Count records show 7 percent of 1996 births under 5.5 pounds, up 8 percent from prior five years.
Debate over abortion limits pension increases and a state budget dominated the Kansas House. The chamber moved to block funding for most abortions through state employee health plans, while allies sought to amend an assisted death bill and tighten abortion law. After 10 hours on the budget and a tense vote tally of 30 to 85, the House killed the bill and considered reconsideration to remove bloated spending. Speaker Tim Shallenburger said a bill was needed, though uncertain if votes could be found.
Ottawa based Saceasi toy gains national license with Atlanta firm Sportime International. Saccasi, a 3 inch leather disk with a flexible game aimed at hand back catches, debuted at the New York Toy Fair drawing about 500 store orders. Inventor Tom Hanson led development with market research and patenting over four years. Ottawa test sales supported by local distributor Budge’s Sport Center.
The Dow Jones average rose to a brief high above 9,000, reaching 9,002.59 in early trading before fading to 8,969.21 by noon. Traders cheered on the floor as signs of a tame inflation environment and a moderating economy spurred cautious optimism despite a higher unemployment report.
The Ottawa portion of the Prairie Spirit Trail will officially open May 9 from 23rd Street to the Marais des Cypomnes River with an asphalt surface. Ribbon cutting at 1 p.m. near 17th Street, free use within Ottawa, and events including a bicycle rodeo, helmet sale, a health fair, and food and crafts vendors.
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