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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1990
Page
3
The Journal of the American Medical Association notes a gene linked to higher alcoholism risk, but experts warn genetic knowledge may not deter drinking. They emphasize cultural and social factors, and highlight alcohol’s high toll of 100,000 deaths annually and widespread fetal harm, urging better education rather than fatalism.
Editorial notes Kansas Department of Transportation withholds accident data on the Spring Hill bypass, citing federal confidentiality. Critics warn secrecy hinders understanding of fatalities linked to the new US-169 intersections and question whether design or driver error drives the deaths.
Readers are urged to submit signed letters with the writer’s address and an enclosed telephone number for verification. Unsigned letters will not be published.
A columnist argues crime pervades America and inflates costs for immigrant fruit stand owners in New York. He notes guards outside stands, higher prices, and broader social costs from police, courts, and prisons, drawing a provocative parallel to Wall Street theft.
Opinion piece argues AA and alcoholism treatment are being corrupted by Politics Publicity and Profits. It cites Mayor Barry's AA attendance as PR, notes dangers of fame clinics, and urges focus on mutual support and abstinence. It stresses there is no cure and recovery relies on sustained community support.
Franklin and Anderson counties pork producers thank Rep Bettie Sue Shumway for 100 percent support of family farmers and workers. They cite her fairness, tax stance, and education advocacy in the Legislature. Also noted are concerns about Ottawa Middle School crossing safety on Fifth Street near Sacred Heart Church and Main Street drop zones.
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