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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1985
Page
6
Inside Highlights reports on Kansas housing and Chamber of Commerce items. Wheat quality is noted as not up to standard, with local economic implications and calls for review. The column combines market signals with civic business in a concise page 3 briefing.
Washington AP Reagan administration announces more than 225 million in Medicare cuts via new limits on medical education subsidies and home health care payments. Freeze on subsidies to teaching hospitals saves 125 million next year. home health rate changes save at least 100 million over three years. Congressman Roybal opposes, warning millions of denied visits for elderly.
Topeka reports show 16 of 40 cereal malt beverage retailers would sell beer to minors despite a new age 18 rule. A 15 year old and a 17 year old attempted purchases. Shawnee County DA and Kansas Department of Revenue plan enforcement. State officials warn the law’s complexity and gaps invite continued violations and push for stricter rules next year.
Hutchinson Kansas man Bob Peel Jr recounts the 17 day hijacking ordeal in Beirut. He cites sleep deprivation and propaganda films used by Shiite groups to gain sympathy while hostages stayed in a Shiite village. He notes escape was nearly impossible and stresses all involved violated international law.
Ex‑hostage recounts 14 days in Beirut as Amal group attackers controlled the cabin. They used women to deter escape, moved the plane every two hours, and sought a cockpit hatchet. Food included pita and Lebanese dishes while militiamen delivered limited rest and nightly propaganda.
Washington AP Kansas wholesale trade rose 40 percent from 1977 to 1982, below the national 57 percent gain. In 1982, 5,607 wholesalers sold $24.5 billion, led by farm products at $6.3 billion and grain at $5.3 billion. Johnson County topped counties with $4.3 billion.
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