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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1993
Page
5
Franklin County authorities pursued three suspects for a motel robbery that ended near an overpass on I-35. All stolen property was recovered along the highway. The suspects were jailed in Franklin County awaiting court, with a car to be searched under a warrant.
Final strokes on the Main Street canvas project involve volunteers led by Pat Catuska Joyce Hitch Faye Cole and Ruth Jansen. Researchers aided by old books and newspapers helped ensure historical accuracy for prices and clothing styles. Two homes featured are the Bennett home now owned by Forest and Jeanette Lowry and the former Scott house at Eighth and Cedar. After unveiling, public reception grew with potential citywide involvement, though some volunteers could not participate. Dorothy Nichols OCAC director attempted to reach more volunteers despite scheduling conflicts.
Franklin County officials urge caution in fireworks use with state law banning bottle rockets outside Ottawa. The fire marshal reports 14 last year’s injuries stemmed from illegal bottle rockets and warns hot sparklers burn up to 2000 degrees. Guidelines from the CPSC and National Council on Fireworks Safety stress reading labels, never making homemade devices, water handy, using one at a time, not carrying in pockets, and storing in a cool dry place.
Shuttle Endeavour lands at Kennedy Space Center at 8 52 a m EDT completing a 10 day mission. Crew includes commander Ronald Grabe and five others after navigating two stormy earlier days. Mission Control greets the crew with words of welcome as the science satellite payload is secured.
The Princeton Cemetery District governing body will meet July 13, 1993 at 8:00 p.m. at the Community Building to hear taxpayer objections to fund use and proposed tax levy. Budget details are at Jerry Hobbs residence and will be available at the hearing. A Mt Olivet Cemetery District hearing is noted for July 15, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. at Williamsburg City Hall with budget and tax levy discussions.
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