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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1977
Page
5
Western grain leaders from Rotterdam to Caracas urged Washington to lift export credit limits and push U.S. wheat sales abroad. With a near record 1977 crop raising total supplies, Great Plains Wheat directors pressed for faster loans and freer trade to reach China, the Soviet Union, and markets across Africa and the Middle East.
The 18 staffers for Rep Martha Keys receive the largest payroll among Kansas’s five members, with Keys staff paid $20,262 in April. Dan Glickman’s 18 aides earned $20,162, while Rep Larry Winn paid $13,301 to 12 employees, Rep Keith Sebelius $18,697 to 14, and Rep Joe Skubitz $17,312 to 11. Administrative assistants earn up to $40,735 annually, with Key’s aide Judy Aitken at $32,100 and Glickman’s Jack Williams at $33,500.
Governor Bennett urged the federal government to push back the Aug. 31 deadline to Sept. 30 for Kansas applicants under a federal utility assistance program. About one third of Kansas 2.1 million dollars allotted has been claimed, with remaining funds to be used for weatherizing homes.
Directors of Great Plains Wheat Inc endorsed using government loan programs and export subsidies to boost U S wheat sales in world markets. Wyoming farmers voted to join the export marketing organization. Minnesota Wheat Commission decision expected by December. Harlan Weber elected new chairman. organization promotes U S wheat in Africa, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East.
Ohio voters may face a state constitutional amendment to ban leg hold traps and possibly home mousetraps. The measure, led by Sandy Rowland, argues traps cause ongoing animal suffering, while wildlife officials warn trapping aids wildlife management and could harm furbearer control. Supporters include Ohioans for Wildlife Conservation with high-profile backers. government officials signal opposition.
Michael L. Edwards of Kansas City David Hatcher of Wichita and Gary Nott of Oskaloosa received Kansas Distinguished Service Awards in Topeka honors. Special citations signed by Gov. Bennett from No Greater Love accompanied the awards for civic and humanitarian contributions after military service.
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