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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1977
Page
4
Heavy June rains trimmed the Kansas wheat harvest but the 1977 crop still ranks as the state’s third largest on record with a latest forecast near 381.3 million bushels. Sorghum and soybeans rise sharply while corn slips to about 161.7 million bushels. hay totals include 3.18 million tons of alfalfa.
Farmers rush to build grain storage bins as a 1.1 billion bushel wheat carryover tightens commercial storage. The Agriculture Department eases loan rules while makers run around the clock to meet demand. Illinois and North Dakota lead loan applications, with Kansas and Minnesota reporting rapid expansion and backlogs.
In Kansas, Keith W. Baker was convicted of traveling 77 mph in a 55 zone. The Court of Appeals upheld the denial of his defense that cruise control being stuck forced the speeding. They noted a device malfunction over which he had control does not excuse speeding. The ruling clarifies that unforeseen vehicle malfunctions may excuse but cruise control issues do not. Also reports Kansas highway revenue gains from 1976 tax and fee hikes matching projections, adding about 25.1 million to highway funds for the year ending June 30.
President Fidel Castro signals openness by allowing about 80 American citizens and Cuban families to depart while rejecting a U.S. request to release seven Americans jailed on espionage and counter revolutionary charges. Sen. Frank Church, who visited Cuba, says Castro made no demand and that the ball is in the United States to respond.
Notice to creditors for the estate of Harold Carey deceased filed in Franklin County District Court. Dean Carey appointed administrator on July 26 1977 and letters issued July 24 1977. Creditors must file demands within six months of first publication or be barred. Ottawa Kansas attorney firm listed. Also notice of registration closing for Franklin County retail sales tax election. Voter registration books close August 23 1977 at 5:00 p.m. and reopen September 14 1977. Registration required for voting. in person or by mail.
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