Editorials Call For Action On Balanced Budget Amendment
Republicans promised a balanced budget by 2002 and a constitutional amendment. The measure cleared the House Judiciary Committee and awaits a House Rules vote in weeks. Voters resist personal accountability for the costly cuts needed, risking political risk for lawmakers who act.
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Democrats push to raise wages for Wal-Mart workers
Capitol Hill Democrats frame themselves as champions of working people by pushing a minimum wage increase and opposing tax breaks for the wealthy. President Clinton signals liberal goals while House leaders stress the wage issue as a test of party direction amid centrism debates.
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Texas
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Will Marshall
Progressive Policy Institute
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Weekend Plea Delivers 60 Directory Books to The Herald
Local readers report success in obtaining Southwestern Bell phone directories with two employees delivering 20 books each to The Herald office and a reader's home. The column notes an ongoing demand after initial deliveries and mentions a temporary service interruption due to a company move. A prior incident on a rural four party line is recalled, ending with a humorous suggestion to reach Ma Bell.
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Lou Atherton
Ottawa Area
Jim Duey
Worldwide Directory
Duey
Missouri
Ottawa
Ma Bell
Shirley J. Gingerich
Quenemo
Gingerich
Newt
Skunk
Corrections on County Clerk Editorial Correct Name and Role
Caren explains her correct name and job title at East Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging. She details responsibilities across six counties, managing funds and coordinating services for twenty programs, plus supervising information and assistance and case management. She notes remaining in her current role as secretary and thanks Jeff for his circulation manager duties.
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Ottawa Jaycees thank community for Christmas party support
Scores of folks helped brighten Christmas for underprivileged children as the Ottawa Jaycees express gratitude to businesses and individuals who donated money, toys, food, and store discounts. Special thanks to KOFO Radio, Wal-Mart, Lions Club Ottawa, and many local sponsors for tree sales and party support.
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Ottawa residents urge space for a larger city library
A reader urges Ottawa city commissioners to repurpose the Franklin Building to expand the library now and for years to come. They argue a modern spacious library will attract residents, reduce commuting, and avoid costly future construction while urging taxpayers to voice their views.
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Ottawa
City Commission
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Wanted Information on Idglewild Resort Between Garnett and Richmond
Reader seeks historical details and photographs of the Idglewild Resort, developed in 1927 by a man named Weidner. Located along Highway 59 with cabins on the west lake shore, an outdoor dance pavilion on the east side, and a dining hall and service station below the lake by the old highway. Interested in interviews with former guests or memory-sharing locals.
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Garnett and
Richmond
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Fifty Years Ago Today Contact details Published
A brief notice provides mailing and phone contact for Richard Brummel at 300 North Cedar, Garnett Kansas 66032, with the phone number 913 448 6180.
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Richard Brummel
Cedar, Garnett
Contact details for Kansas government officials listed
A reader inquiry yields a directory of government contacts in Topeka and Washington. Names include President Bill Clinton. Senators Bob Dole and Nancy Kassebaum. Representative Sam Brownback. State officials Gov Bill Graves Attorney General Carla Stovall Insurance Commissioner Kathleen Sebelius. State representatives Bill Feuerborn Ralph Tanner and State Senator Doug Walker with offices and phone numbers.
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White House
Pennsylvania Ave
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Bob Dole
Hart
Senate
Nancy Kassebaum
Russell Senate
Washington
D.C
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Sam Brownback
Longworth
Bill Graves
State Capitol
Topeka
Carla Stovall
Judicial Center
Kathleen Sebelius
Southwest 9Th
Bill Feuerborn
Statehouse
Ralph Tanner
Doug Walker
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