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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1989
Page
2
The Kansas State Fair weighs moving from September to August after a consultant found most attendees favor exhibits and food over midway and entertainment. Urban attendance surpasses rural as officials consider dates to avoid school conflicts and attract top grandstand acts.
A reflective piece argues that prejudice harms everyone and limits individual opportunities. It urges readers to reject biased jokes and conversations within families and circles, recognizing that reducing prejudice expands opportunities and could unlock future leaders. It emphasizes personal responsibility and collective benefit.
A letter from Walter L. of Butler commends Ottawa High School concert and jazz bands for their outstanding performance. He notes they looked and acted more adult and professional than any in memory, calling them ladies and gentlemen and urging Ottawa to be proud.
Ottawa Herald lists delivery and mail rates effective July 1 1989 for Ottawa and surrounding areas Frankin County and adjacent counties with monthly three month six month and annual options for carrier motor route and mail subscriptions in Ottawa and surrounding areas and all other regions.
The Kansas debate on property taxes grows as leaders seek limits similar to California's Proposition 13. Residents push for alternatives to the tax, with Sen. Eric Yost proposing a 1.5 percent cap and calls to boost state education funding. Willis Heck and lawmakers plan a Parsons Chamber meeting to explore funding shifts, signaling potential major changes ahead.
A speaker recalls a Chicago winter exchange with a California bookstore worker. He laments the cold while explaining why many relocate to the Midwest for jobs, heritage, and inevitability. He attributes staying to work and family, ending with a sly jab at future generations’ blame.
A compact summary of the Flag Code rules issued in Washington in 1923. It covers raising and lowering times, half mast duties, display guidelines, prohibitions on bearing or advertising, proper disposal by burning, handling in parades, and salute practices for schools and citizens. The document emphasizes dignity, respect, and uniform traditions for the American flag.
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