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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1983
Page
6
Inside Highlights notes Stadler maintaining a slim lead in the British Open while a pair of enduring former champions press the pursuit. Royals enjoy a rare romp as Page 10 covers the celebration with upbeat tone and local context.
State official Stephan suggests pre sumptive sentencing as a method to relieve overcrowded prisons. Page 3.
Franklin County faces a reduced 1983 valuation of 63.98 million and a potential tax levy near 29 mills for 1984, easing the need for a large hike from the prior 28.47 mills. Auditor Arnold Lemon cites real estate gains and farm machinery exemptions, with budget trimming and revenue from fees and state taxes helping preserve cash reserves and avoid tax increases.
Kansas Attorney General Robert Stephan said he will personally interview first lady Karen Carlin next week as his inquiry into possible conflict of interest by the governor's wife proceeds. He noted vague legal areas may need legislative action and expects to wrap up by week’s end.
Washington AP reports government backs off a 30 day shutdown directive for five nuclear reactors after utilities and GE argued no safety hazard and costs to customers. NRC may order closure by Aug 15 or sooner depending on industry lab tests due Aug 4. Plants affected include Pilgrim in Massachusetts Dresden Quad Cities Browns Ferry.
The Kansas Natural Resource Council launched protests against the Kansas Water Office plan for a 278 million dollar water transfer, arguing that pipeline transfers should be lowest priority and conservation and efficiency deserve emphasis. Mari Peterson urged exploring all options before proceeding with 77 miles of pipelines, warning that diverted waters are disputed and regional interests may clash. The council also supports water quality improvements, noting 14 percent of Kansas water is polluted or unusable.
In Kansas City, Missouri, Gas Service Co. and Kansas Power & Light saw no stock trading Friday amid speculation KP&L will top Missouri Public Service Co.'s offer. An SEC spokesman said no tender offer had been filed. Gas Service and KP&L spokesmen declined comment.
Phillip Fromme 35 will replace retirement magistrate Orville Steele in the Fourth Judicial District. A Washburn Law graduate and Coffey County prosecutor, Fromme resigns as county attorney July 31 and starts as magistrate August 1. He and his wife Kathy have two children. The Coffey County Republican Central Committee will name a replacement for county attorney to Gov. Carlin. Forecast: partly cloudy and warmer Saturday with highs in the low to mid 10s, and Sunday highs 90 to 95.
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