This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 7 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1989
Page
1
A reactionary decision to cancel classes drew mixed views as extreme cold and slick streets kept children home. Critics warn of signaling surrender to adversity, while officials cite safety and lack of proper clothing among students who would otherwise face danger en route to school.
The Chanute Tribune argues that taxpayer protests forced legislative action on property tax deadlines, yet condemns Hayden administration for a proposed 15 million dollar welfare cut. The piece questions the uneven outrage and urges protests against cuts harming the vulnerable, contrasting with earlier tax-relief demonstrations.
Citizens are invited to submit signed letters to the editor, including the writer’s address. Unsigned letters will not be published, and a telephone number should be enclosed to expedite verification.
Community newspaper details Ottawa Kansas based publication and staff listings followed by a comprehensive rate card effective July 1 1989 for Ottawa surrounding areas Franklin County and adjacent counties by carrier motor route and mail with monthly quarterly half year and annual options and prices.
The piece argues Christmas will endure even if Jesus were proven mythical, noting Santa’s dominance in modern culture while stressing the origin of the season. It emphasizes that imagery aids belief but the focus should remain on Jesus’ teachings and sacrifice, not consumerism.
The Kansas special session on property taxes exposed fault lines between Gov. Mike Hayden and lawmakers as distrust grew over relief measures. Demands for a $100 million tax cut collided with Republican reluctance, and a late shift by House Speaker Jim Braden opened talk of broader relief, though no money passed. The episode underscored voter pressure and interparty tensions shaping tax policy.
In southwest Kansas, Christmas lighting fills towns with bright displays as chambers, booster clubs, and civic groups sponsor prizes for best lights. Haven discounts utility bills by 25 dollars for 500 residents, Mount Hope promises free water and electricity in December totaling about 25 thousand dollars.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.