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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1979
Page
5
President Carter proposes new authority allowing governors to move up to 5 percent of state gasoline supplies from rural areas to cities in addition to the existing 5 percent set aside. Governors want specifics before commenting. A national energy plan, to be outlined in a Thursday broadcast, may revive standby rationing and other measures.
VFW claims the Babe Ruth crown in a sports feature highlighted on page 4, with coverage of the event and standout performances by top squads. The item notes regional context and competitive standings among teams seeking the title.
Government and industry officials say more fuel and lower strain on pump lines should help motorists on Independence Day. Carter grants governors power to move up to 5 percent of supplies to fuel-starved areas, easing federal rule imbalances. Weather was hot with scattered storms. occasional relief from shortages boosts hopes for travel. Local station lines eased as Baseline allocations arrived. officials cite optimism for resumed fueling.
Our Own Hardware of Minneapolis selects Ottawa as site for an $8 million warehouse and distribution center to serve Eastern Kansas and Western Missouri. The 300000 sq ft facility will be built outside city limits with industrial revenue bonds, creating 0 to 60 local jobs and boosting regional confidence.
Jack Bushman was elected president of the East Central Vocational Cooperative Board of Directors Monday night, his second stint in that role after previously serving the 1977-78 fiscal year. Alice Jo DeFries was elected vice president, with Gale Lantis remaining as director. Leo Wiederholt Jr. was appointed to a two year term, and Doris Pratt’s replacement by Baldwin’s board will occur next week.
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