Time magazine’s take on weather and global warming
A TIME magazine discussion probes whether weather shifts are cyclical or signals of global warming, noting scientific disagreement on facts and stressing the potential rapid, dire implications for future generations if the issue is real and unaddressed.
Santa Fe Trail cited as Kansas heritage magnet
The Wichita Eagle editors praise the Santa Fe Trail as a romantic and real part of Kansas history. They note its 780 mile span, rise as a trade route about 1820, peak through the 1880s, and the concentration of sites in Kansas. Preservation work, aided by the Park Service, proceeds despite tight funds.
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Kansas
Associated Press
Wichita Eagle
Sunflower State
National Park Service
Park Service
Pittsburg
Morning Sun
Stephanie Schmidt
No Kidding by Karl A Van Asselt medicines of the old west
A list of 6 nostrums sold in the old west names Pink Pills for Pink People Donald McKay's Indian Worm Eradicator Cram's Fluid Lightning Tutt's Pills for Tired Liver Holloway's Worm Confections Dr Simm's Arsenic Complexion Wafers marketed by doctors of the era.
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Old West
Donald McKay
Cram
Tutt
Holloway
Dr. Simm
Doctors of the
Opening 17th Street could boost Ottawa growth
A local commentary by a Chamber of Commerce supporter argues opening 17th Street to relieve dead ends will enable housing and utilities, attract residents and jobs, and broaden the tax base despite NIMBY opposition. Contends Wal-Mart center, Wolf Creek transfers, and new housing demand justify the project.
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Ottawa Area
Chamber of Commerce
17Th
Eisenhower
Willow
Chamber
Ottawa
Ottawa- Franklin County Economic Development
The
Herald
Wichita
Wolf Creek
Wal-Mart
Ottawa Fire Department
Willow Acres
17Th Street
Clinton image not at high water mark in flood visit
A columnist critiques President Clinton for cutting a Hawaii vacation to inspect Midwest floods. He argues image risks, questions whether a trip to assess damage is genuine leadership or public relations. The piece mocks media focus and political calculations behind disaster aid and photographs.
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Clinton
Hawaii
Japan
Midwest
Mississippi
White House
Iowa
Congress
Davenport
Hollywood
Main Street
Hicksburg
America
Main Stree
Iraq
Macedonia
Letter Voice of Little League Echoes in High School Change
A reader endorses a letter by Mr. Kile praising local Little League. The writer recounts signing up their son, attending every practice and game, and even delaying vacations for three years. They note plans for high school recruitment and imply disappointment as expectations shift.
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Kile
Its Your Quarter gives readers a yearned fair and sports critique
Readers share frustration over a basketball bench time and a baby contest age limit. A parent laments unfair coaching and limited playtime for his tall son while others question road funding versus smoking restrictions in county buildings. Call 242-4700 to join the community dialogue.
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Paul Bean
Nimby
Jim Hitch
Ottawa Herald
Air Force One
Missouri
Mike
Royko
Tribune Media Service
Richmond Fair