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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1996
Page
1
Delegates from rich and poor nations clash over whether the World Trade Organization should make protecting workers a core mission. Rich countries push a working group on labor standards while developing nations fear protectionist use. The United States cites child labor, slave labor, and union rights.
Phoenix with AP Army sergeant David Michael Pecard accused of posing as a deputy sheriff using fake IDs to enter the sheriff's department. He faces fraud forgery theft and sexual abuse charges while a second sexual abuse claim is under investigation. Bond set at 2 million. Pecard claimed FBI agent US Marshal and Defense Department investigator roles and even courted Arpaio for office space. Investigators doubt his real name and note possible fingerprint tampering. three times he flashed a deputy badge to release inmates.
Kansas Bureau of Investigation examines allegations against Osage Police Chief Edwin C. Mueller involving Penny Staufenberg, wife of a city dispatch worker, with claims of stalking harassment and sexual assault between April and October 1995, plus alleged misconduct by city administrator I D Creech.
New York stocks edged lower in late morning trading after a strong early step driven by mixed economic signals. The Dow Jones fell 10.38 to 6392.14, while several blue chips such as McDonalds, WalMart, and H&R Block showed mixed moves amid a choppy session and regional grain prices were posted at Ottawa and Hsner County facilities.
Lottery results show Powerball numbers 4 3 4 15 22 36 and Powerball 43 for a 25 million dollar jackpot. Multiple players matched some numbers, drawing excitement across participating states and retailers.
Community ads detail Christmas events and services from VFWs, churches, and stores. Includes dance nights, open houses, gift offers, hours, and contact numbers for local groups such as Garnett VFW, Ottawa VFW, Fr. CO recycling, JC Penney Catalog sale, and massage therapy.
Jack Quinn, the White House counsel, will resign to earn more money and spend more time with his family. He cites personal and financial reasons, says his move is not tied to Whitewater. He will stay until a successor is named.
Obituaries list Joe Galen Bristow 40 of Ottawa died December 10 1996 and services set for December 13 at Dengel and Son Mortuary with burial in Highland Cemetery. Bruce Holcom 77 of Lawrence died December 10 1996 graveside services December 13 at Stony Point Cemetery. Ati ana Marie Silva infant daughter of Jerry and Cindi Silva Ottawa stillborn December 9 1996. services December 12 at Woodlawn Cemetery Pomona.
Hospital notes list admissions for Marie Ashley Richmond and Wayne McConnell with Ralph Hopkins Ottawa and dismissals for Phillip Steenrod and Herman Kraushaar Ottawa. Sheriff arrests include Loy Edwin Hutchison Franklin County warrant for failure to appear released on bail, Sean R. Rogers theft warrant, and Timothy C. Hollon juvenile probation violation. Burglary reported at Poindexter Tire with 4 to 6 tires stolen. Police notes cover multiple arrests, a 15 year old curfew arrest, and thefts from residences, a gas theft at Casey's, and several vehicle accidents with property damage totals over $500.
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