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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1985
Page
1
University of Michigan study of 16 000 seniors in 140 schools finds illicit drug use down 4 percent from last year and 29 percent overall. Marijuana trial 55 percent, monthly use 25 percent, daily use five percent, cocaine six percent. binge drinking and smoking down, but cocaine rise alarms.
New York politicians pressed the Defense Department to home the rebuilt Iowa in Staten Island, citing thousands of local jobs and a $60 million port project, while protests arose over arming the ship with nuclear weapons. Similar moves faced by Missouri in San Francisco, where officials resisted without stripping weapons.
AP Television writer recounts his book Robert Kennedy and His Times becoming a seven hour CBS miniseries. He notes fidelity varies, explains his limited involvement, and contrasts Kim Kennedy and Missile of October with later TV depictions. He defends docudrama aims amid entertainment pressures.
Ottawa Herald lists daily publication details from Cedar and Wellington with subscription options for in trade area and outside, including carrier mail and motor routes. Rates shown: one month 3.55, three months 9.85, six months 18.95, one year 36.35 for trade area. outside trade area 4.55, 12.00, 22.75, 41.40. out-of-state minus 4.5 percent sales tax.
Roving editor John McCormally reflects on Lucy and her family’s illegal immigration arrest amid a Justice Department crackdown and Sanctuary movement debates. He links Guatemala’s civil strife to U.S. policy and recalls local refuge history while urging policy reexamination.
Dear Dr. Donohue explains that most people tolerate well over five quarts daily though about two and a half quarts are needed. Excess urination signals polydipsia, but overhydration is rare except for stone formers. kidneys lose their timing if fluid intake remains excessive.
AP reports a dour three day Democratic National Committee gathering in Washington with talk of two Senate gains, potential 1986 setbacks, and a new chairman race. Rev Jesse Jackson may attend black caucus events as debates over rules and campaign financing loom. Speaker O Neill cites the 59 percent vote as context for party challenges ahead.
The Thought for the Day urges faith in God to help endure any storm. The message thanks living witnesses as examples of faith, praising their impact on facing trials with courage and trust.
TV listings show a mix of movies and programs from 1980s cinema and sports. Titles include Guisy Earths Final Fury In Like Flint and Santa Fe Trail. ESPN coverage features Georgetown at Syracuse and college basketball. Host Lionel Richie fronts the American Music Awards with tributes to Lorpa Lynn and Marvin Gaye.
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