Public views on cockpit voice recorders in air travel
The Delta crash tape exposes crew banter and a failed takeoff setup. Pilots seek a ban on broadcasting CVR tapes while passengers demand transparency through transcripts. The incident prompts debate on privacy, safety, and public access to cockpit communications.
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Rline
America
Henry Duffy
Pilots’ Union
Congress
Delta Air Lines
Dallas
Delta
Jesse Jackson
Marilyn Quayle
Kansas seeks tourist draw with lake resorts and theme parks
Kansas officials argue over how to attract visitors and keep through traffic. Former proposals for a Cheney Reservoir lake resort failed in the Legislature, while Bob Salmon urges a major lake resort or theme park with private funding and state site access. Kansas ranks last in tourism promotion among SC states, prompting renewed debate.
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Kansas
Kansas Lakes
Cheney Reservoir
Wichita
Bob Salmon
Travel and Tourism Development Division
Kansas Department of Commerce
Letters to the Editor Guidelines Published
The page notes readers are invited to submit signed letters with the writer's address. Unsigned letters will not be published, and a telephone number should be enclosed to speed verification of authorship and content.
Outrage over terrorists grows across nations and leaders
The piece critiques global outrage at terrorism from Bush and world leaders, arguing patience and diplomacy persist while recalling past crises. It contrasts cautious responses with a provocative call to drastic action against Iran, noting the urge to act clashes with moderation efforts and historical precedents.
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Iran
Ayatollah
Danger in streets as playground for children
Letters to the editor argue children should not play in the street. Willis and Bonnie Clark urge parents to accept responsibility and provide safe play spaces, noting a four year old cannot rely on strangers or drivers to prevent harm. They warn that street playing increases risk of being hit by a car and call for common sense and safety.
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Willis
Bonnie Clark
N. Sycamore
Parent urges to keep children home to prevent accidents
A reader warns about dangers of unsupervised children roaming town citing two 7 and 9 year olds killed on a railroad bridge while fishing. They urge strict parental supervision and propose a city law prohibiting river swimming near the bypass bridge, noting hazards like potholes and quicksand.
Ottawa Hosts American Legion Baseball Tournament Gratitude Speech
Director thanks contributors to the Kansas A American Legion State Baseball Tournament held in Ottawa. Sixteen year old players from Kansas City Great Bend Hutchinson Manhattan Olathe Parsons Topeka and Ottawa helped deliver strong play. Local businesses individuals and volunteers provided financial support and countless hours for preparation and operation.
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American Legion
Ottawa
Kansas City
Great
Catholic Stand on Riverboat Gambling Shapes Iowa Vote
Burlington readers see the Catholic Church urging cautious acceptance of riverboat gambling while condemning addiction, crime, and the idea of gambling as salvation. Editorials note Prairie Meadows debts and urge prudent Catholic voting on the August 22 referendum.
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Burlington
Iowa
Oliver North
Mississippi
Catholic Messenger
Davenpon
Mississipi
Ottawa Herald Subscription Rates Listing
The notice lists delivery options by carrier or mail in Ottawa area Franklin County and adjacent counties with monthly and multi month prices including in town rates and regional rates. It provides yearly rates for different delivery methods and regions as published by Ottawa Herald.
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Ceday
Ottawa
Kansas
Dalivary
Aftar
Franklin County
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