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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1986
Page
6
National drama intensifies as Kansas political convention sites face scrutiny. Officials argue over suitability and readiness while local observers note uncertainty. The piece highlights the broader impact on state politics and infrastructure debates amid ongoing negotiations.
Ot tawans Bob and Mary Graham and Byron Triplett own two of about 500 Amphicars left in the United States. Their 1964 Amphicars travel on land and water and attract curious onlookers as they drive to lakes on camping trips.
CIA Director William Casey testified to a House committee that a New York businessman, Roy Furmark, first hinted in October that profits from Iran arms sales were diverted to Central America. The Washington Post reported the claim, noting Meese later tied up to 30 million dollars diverted to the Contras in Nicaragua. Casey said funds came from four sources and denied CIA money went to the Contras.
Washington AP reports the World Future Society’s top forecasts, including a single city housing over 100 million people within the next century, widespread robot guards for prisoners, and a long car lifespan. Founder Edward Cornish notes futurists miss some advances but have warned about pollution and lunar landings, with AIDS and shrinking computers underplayed until now. Mexico City tops current populations at 18 million, projected to 26 million by 2000. Continued on page 3.
Deputy Randy Hinderliter and wrecker operator Lewis Bell surveyed the US-59 viaduct crash scene. Twyla Duryea, 49, of Garnett, the pickup driver, was flown to KU Medical Center in fair condition with broken leg and ribs after transfer from Ransom Memorial Hospital. Ora L. Mace, 57, was the semi driver.
Kansas political leaders react to Attorney General Robert Stephan controversy as Gov elect Mike Hayden plans to comment after sworn testimony. Republicans see little legislature impact while Democrats expect minimal outcry. Public support stresses stability with Stephan due to win a four year term. Also includes Ottawa Water Plant temperature report and county forecast.
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