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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1977
Page
7
In Johnstown Pennsylvania Civil Defense reports 32 confirmed dead after floods from swollen mountain creeks. Many missing and homeless as rescue teams struggle through mud and debris to reach the devastated Conemaugh River Valley area.
Kansas voters favor the national beef referendum 60.3 percent in statewide tallies. 11 224 farmers supported, 7 384 opposed, out of 18 608 who actually voted during July 5 15. National outcome pending a week’s end tally as supporters note potential wider approval. Franklin County turnout 75 percent with 153 yes, 47 no and eight invalid ballots among 263 registered.
A cold front moving across Kansas brings the first significant rain in a week with more showers and thundershowers likely today in western and northern parts and spreading southeast tonight. The forecast calls for continued chances of showers Friday with cooler temperatures and southeasterly winds.
Ottawa city and Franklin County commissions discussed a possible half cent county wide sales tax to fund road and city storm sewer improvements. They also eyed a $401 000 Economic Development Administration grant for the Ottawa airport and a possible county purchase if granted. The group planned further meetings and a summer referendum timetable while considering unifying emergency preparedness programs.
Washington reports June consumer prices rose six tenths of 1 percent matching May rise. Food costs climbed eight tenths as retail prices stay on a six month run of increases. Wholesale prices fell seven tenths led by a 6.3 percent drop in farm products despite a strong GDP hint.
In Washington urban Democrats join with Great Plains conservatives to back higher grain price supports beyond Carter's plan in a broader farm bill fight. The $11.85 billion measure shapes national policy through 1981 for farm programs and food stamps as debate on amendments recessed.
At the Franklin County Fairgrounds, 26 dogs from 4-H and open classes competed in showmanship and obedience. Winners included Danni Fogle in graduate novice and Carmen Willford in showmanship, with trophies presented July 29.
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