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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1989
Page
1
The piece critiques Reagan era tax cuts and the debt it created, noting Democrats passed the reforms that led to a 2.8 trillion national debt. It argues George Bush’s push for capital gains tax cuts misreads revenue effects and forecasts future tax increases for workers, despite potential job gains.
Gen Alfred Gray, Marine commandant, extends push beyond fitness to mental readiness. A memorandum urges noncommissioned officers and officers to read, listing suggested books. Sergeants should read a couple, Colonels three, generals six or more. He links success in battle to physical, intellectual, psychological, and operational preparedness.
A writer recalls how attention fades with life but finds renewal through a neighbor known as the Iris Lady who raises flowers and reveals butterflies in their abundance. The piece also shares a math puzzle about St Ives and a light jab at weather forecasts from Kansas City and Topeka stations.
The column reviews Al Neuharth influence and a controversial stance on airline stewards. It contrasts casual sexism claims with personal fears of flying and a blunt satire on grooming and age biases. The writer dismisses the focus on appearance, emphasizing safety and behavior over looks.
A critic argues networks blur lines between informing and entertaining. Celebrities masquerade as journalists while producers favor theatrics and re enactments over factual reporting. Newspapers should resist copying TV and USA Today and focus on delivering independent, informative news.
A federal court ruled G I Joe is a doll under tariff law, despite Hasbro claiming it is an action figure. Three appeals judges held Hasbro must pay the 12 percent tariff since Joe fits the doll definition. The ruling contrasts with memories of toy soldiers and notes broader world issues including Palestinian children on the West Bank.
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