Ex-Ottawan Named Manager of Ardmore Shoe Store
Bryan Royse, formerly of Ottawa, has been named manager of Brown's Shoe Fit in Ardmore Oklahoma after 18 months in management training in Ottawa and Pampa Texas. He arrived in Ardmore in late September and aims to engage with the community. Royse holds a business administration and marketing degree from Central Missouri State University. New Topeka Oldies Station On The Air
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Ambassadors Committee Drives Ottawa Chamber Growth
The Ambassador Committee partners with the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce to recruit members and represent the chamber at local events. They sponsor coffees, banquets, open houses, and ribbon cuttings, aiding downtown revitalization and beautification efforts amid 1994 growth and new business enthusiasm.
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Moscow Life Amid Economic Strife and Uncertainty
Jackson reports on Moscow conditions including 40,000 homeless children and crowded apartments with five square meters per person. He notes stifled free enterprise, street vendors, poor food, dirty city streets, high unemployment, and low optimism as Russians face shifting regimes and uncertain futures.
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The 80 20 rule in business operations and sales
This column recalls discovering the 80-20 rule early in a sales career and tests its applicability across profits customers and staff. It asks readers to analyze whether 20 percent of inputs drive 80 percent of outcomes and how to apply or improve efforts accordingly.
Veteran recalls Bataan, Pearl Harbor, and wartime acts
Wingo, a WWII veteran, recounts Bataan evacuation, Pearl Harbor battles, and the Nimitz era. He flew Bataan era planes over Nagasaki after the atom bomb and witnessed the Missouri signing of peace in Tokyo Bay. Postwar, he welded on the St. Louis Arch, Truman sports stadiums, and Golden Gate Bridge repairs.
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Weather Tonight and Weekend Forecast
Mostly clear this evening then cloudy after midnight with a low in the lower 20s and east wind. Friday brings a chance of rain or snow east while dry elsewhere with teens to mid 20s and highs 35 to 40. Saturday and Sunday stay dry with highs in the 30s to 40s and overnight lows in the teens to 20s.
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Hawaii Army soldiers to replace 10th Mountain in Haiti move
About 3,500 soldiers based in Hawaii will deploy to Haiti in January to take over from the 10th Mountain Division. The transfer shifts U S Army personnel to support security and stabilization missions amid ongoing Haitian unrest.
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Christmas Open House and holiday offerings in Williamsburg Mercantile area
Christmas events and shopping notices across Williamsburg and nearby venues. Scented amaretto nog and festive carols at Heavenly Scents lead a Christmas open house. Jewelry, gifts, and personalized stationers featured at multiple stores. Santa photos offered with various dates at Didde Office Supply, Wright's Studio and others.
Hubbell pleads guilty to federal fraud and tax evasion
In Little Rock Arkansas prosecutor filings reveal Webster Hubbell stole 400000 from clients including two federal banking agencies and his former law firm. He told the federal judge I plead guilty to mail fraud and tax evasion two felonies. no sentencing date set.
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Christmas Bureau Countdown Seeks Sponsors in Ottawa
The ECKAN Christmas Bureau asks for companies churches service clubs families and individuals to sponsor those in need. In Franklin County 157 families or 500 people have applied. 52 families are sponsored while 105 still need help. Call the ECKAN Center at 913-242-7515 or sponsor at 913-242-7450 or mail donations to ECKAN Christmas Bureau P.O. Box 100 Ottawa.
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centenarian woman marks 100th birthday in Ottawa open house
A Kansas-born centenarian, resident of Ottawa since 1924, celebrates her 100th birthday at an Ottawa Retirement Plaza open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11. She mentored in women’s rights, sewed tents during World War II, worked at Sunflower Ammunition Plant, Made O Day, and helped form an ILGWU chapter. She enjoys piano, singing, and Scrabble. her husband died in 1968 and her son in 1971.
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Robinson pleads innocent in scheduling and motions
The court heard Robinson plead not guilty with media restricted to schedules. Assistant County Attorney John Wilcox Jr. declined comment after Tuesday's hearing but confirmed the schedule Barker listed. Contested motions not requiring evidence will be heard at 2 p.m. December 19 and motions requiring evidence at 10 a.m. February 3. A 12 person jury selection begins February 27. Future hearings will be open to the public.
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Ottawa Herald published rates and staff details
The Ottawa Herald lists its publishing office, editor names, and a detailed breakdown of subscription rates effective October 1, 1994. Rates vary by delivery method, region, and duration across Ottawa, Franklin County, nearby counties, and out-of-state mail, all quoted in advance.
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