Ike Centennial Reframes A Do Nothing President
As Kansas marks Dwight D. Eisenhower’s centennial, historians reassess his legacy. Once called a weak president due to a perceived lack of major events, modern scholars place him among the nation’s best. His era produced the interstate system, statehood for Alaska and Hawaii, and the end of the Korean War, with warnings about the industrial military complex proving prescient. The celebration comes amid debates on peacetime dividends and Europe’s upheaval.
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City DPS controversy sparks calls for truth and reform
Letters to the Editor demand city action as 14 years of DPS struggles persist. Community members cite poor supervision, training, and alleged pilfering. They point to firings of Detective Tony DeLaTorre, Driver Engineer Warren McGill, and Sgt Bill Wright as attempts to quiet dissent and urge accountability.
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Government contact details for federal and state officials
A reader list provides addresses and phone numbers for President George Bush The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave Washington DC 20500 Sen Bob Dole 141 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510 202 224 6521 Sen Nancy Kassebaum 304 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510 202 224 4774 Rep Bob Whittaker 2436 Rayburn House Office Building Washington DC 20515 202 225 3911 State Sen Jim Allen Room 1288 Statehouse Topeka 66612 296 7361 State Rep Bettie Sue Shum way 281W Statehouse Topeka 66612 296 7699
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Statehouse
Topeka
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Ottawa Herald subscription rates listed for 1989
The Ottawa Herald publishes updated delivery and mail subscription rates effective July 1, 1989. Rates vary by delivery method and area, with monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and yearly options for Ottawa and surrounding regions, Franklin County and nearby counties, and all other areas.
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Eisenhower centennial kicks off Kansas tribute year
In Kansas the Eisenhower centennial launches with state and local events aimed at drawing about 150 000 visitors. Kansans celebrate Ike’s legacy from WWII to the presidency while museums, media outlets, and a university conference highlight his impact. A humorous jail fundraiser by The Herald staff supports the American Cancer Society, reinforcing community pride and volunteer spirit.
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Saturdays and Sentiments of a Small Town Shopper
A reflective piece recounts a Saturday shopping misadventure replacing a torn tweed jacket with a repair from GM Weavers after Aldo’s cleaners pass the job along. It notes a CLOSED SATURDAYS sign, the pursuit of a fix, and a moral about helping others despite haste. The essay also shares anecdotes about Isaac Asimov’s hospital comeback and a roommate’s post office lesson on tardy generosity.
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