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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1992
Page
1
Cloudy tonight with a 30 percent chance of thunderstorms and a low near 70. Southeast winds around 10 mph. Kansas extended outlook from Saturday through Monday calls for more thunderstorms, with highs in the 80s to low 90s and lows in the 60s.
Kansas race for the GOP 4th District nomination features State Sen. Eric Yost and Rep. Dan Glickman. Glickman proposes six single-issue debates on agriculture health care economy education crime and the environment while noting a potentially tedious campaign ahead. Yost signals early readiness for appearances and a focus on jobs and abortion stance shapes the political dynamic.
Franklin County commissioners advance plans to raise about two mills for four years to cover RMH debts if the sales tax fails and no fund warrants are issued. The two-mill levy already began, so no new tax increase. Officials discuss using excess funds to lower next year’s mill rate and seeking a $500,000 community development block grant to RMH.
Stephan had pressed criminal charges against Lacey over certificates issued for three state officials including Finney's daughter. An agreement, backed by Iriganegaray, ended the dispute to avoid a protracted legal battle. Lacey admitted noncompliance with procedure, and the governor’s aides welcomed the resolution.
A historical timeline from January 1991 through July 1992 details Gov elect Joan Finney naming Jack Lacey acting secretary, Senate confirmation fights, a 1992 attorney general opinion doubting his qualifications, cancellation and renewal of hunter safety duties, and ongoing political clashes among Finney, Stephan, and lawmakers over Lacey’s fitness and legal exposure.
Washington AP reports President Bush's approval slumped to 29 percent in the ABC News Washington Post poll, the lowest of his tenure. The drop, from 38 percent last month, marks a record decline since 1940s polling began, with only Truman Nixon and Carter previously lower.
Local briefs report revival service training at 24 Center in Ottawa, a July vacation closure for Guy & Mae's Tavern in Wmby, and Ottawa VFW 5901 reopening dates. Also notes an August 11 activity window, a Ladies Auxiliar y meeting, a seniors dance, and a vacation closure for Interior Motives. Nike Dream Team posters advertised at Budge's Sports Center.
Norma J. Stephens, superintendent of Osawatomie State Hospital, will retire November 17 after 46 years with the facility. Donna Whiteman of Kansas SRS lauded her advocacy of mental health care, noting Stephens’ rise from secretary to superintendent and her roles at Topeka State Hospital. She holds degrees from Ottawa University and the University of Kansas and holds professional certifications in record management and mental health administration.
Bipartisan senators urged President Bush to seek an emergency United Nations session to discuss possible military intervention as reports of genocide and killings in Yugoslavia raise alarm. They quoted Sen. Alfonso D'Amato and warned Milosevic will not halt aggression without united global opposition led by the world.
NASA aborted the Tethered Satellite experiment after a jammed line halted the half-ton satellite 124 miles up. Atlantis’ crew wrestled with the reel while Eureca gained a boost, ending the attempt to generate electricity via the tether while mission control called it the calm after the storm.
Ottawa Herald announces subscription prices for delivery starting March 16 1992. Rates vary by delivery method including in Ottawa by carrier rural routes motor route and mail, with monthly three month six month and yearly options and state sales tax noted. All rates are prepaid.
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