23 Jan 1986
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1986
Page
1
As the Kansas Legislature opens, a bill against reappraisal is introduced while a 105 county plan for full real property reappraisal and a constitutional amendment on property classification advance. Estimated total cost up to 25 million, borne by counties and ultimately taxpayers, with ongoing volatility and timing concerns.
Leaders of France and Great Britain unveiled a British French consortium plan to build a twin 39 mile tunnel beneath the English Channel at an estimated seven billion dollars and seven years to complete. The project, once proposed by Napoleon, has drawn debate about its feasibility as engineers awaited proof that such vast tunneling is possible.
Readers submit questions on stopping Pap tests after 65, avocado cholesterol, sciatica explained, and exercise cautions. Advice notes that stopping tests depends on individual health, avocados have no cholesterol, sciatica can originate away from the back, and aerobic routines require gradual pacing for safety.
Roving editor reflects on the first Martin Luther King Jr holiday with Desmond Tutu visiting King’s Atlanta church. Tutu warns of growing danger in South Africa and urges memory of those who aided freedom, while U.S. leaders face Marcos era issues and shifting Philippine ties. Cory Aquino hints at holding Marcos accountable and U.S. bases deal.
Wall Street investors watch the Super Bowl for a market omen. A Bears victory is seen as bullish for 1986, while a Patriots win would signal a downturn. The quirky indicator, dating back to the first game, has guided sentiment despite skepticism from experts.
Washington AP Rhetoric stalls as Gramm Rudman starts. Reagan meets Republicans who insist on no tax raises and a 3 percent defense increase. Senators Vow compromise while three paths loom: meet deadlines, court rulings, or repeal. Key figures include Domenici Packwood and Dole amid looming September cuts.
PBS and HBO prime time screen a blend of NFL highlights, comedies, westerns, dramas, and documentaries. Key titles include Raiders of the Lost Ark, Monte Walsh, Cat Ballou, and Grease alongside Nightline and Mork and Mindy. Local Ottawa listings show James Wellington as editor with daily subscription rates.
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