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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1983
Page
6
Inside Highlights notes state testimony continues in the trial of an Ida parish man charged with triple slayings. The report references ongoing proceedings and page references across the newspaper.
Kansas Attorney General Robert Stephan says first lady Karen Carlin did not violate state conflict of interest laws by raising 90000 for a tourism group in return for a 12000 salary. He notes ambiguities in the law and recommends Legislature tighten provisions to avoid future conflicts.
Heat and crowds mark the Franklin County Fair as 4 H youths hose down the rodeo arena from noon to 2 pm to prep for tonight's demolition derby at 7 30. Water fights are mostly illegal but some wrap up. Exhibits bustle with animal care including wet hog and cattle when temps soar, and rabbits are released after two deaths from heat. Saturday features pet show judging at 7 am, 4 H Tractor Driving, Ladies Day in Hayward Arena, donor awards, market sale, and the demolition derby at 7 30 pm with exhibits released later.
Kansas Attorney General says the Insurance Department investigation will be handled by the FBI and U S Attorney, with state help but no active involvement by the AG. He notes possible joint federal state work and cooperation with KBI director Tom Kelly as the probe continues.
Washington AP A federal jury acquitted Rita M Lavelle former EPA assistant administrator of toxic substances of contempt of Congress for not testifying about possible EPA wrongdoing The eight women and four men deliberated under two hours accepting her claim of incapacity due to emotional physical and financial problems The defense cited proof beyond reasonable doubt was required and she faced up to one year in prison and a $1000 fine if convicted
Ottawa records a high of 103 by the National Weather Service at the Municipal Water Plant, with 100 degrees by 2 p.m. and 102 by 5 p.m. The heat prompted reduced industrial power use and weekend outings to escape the heat, while water demand rose to about 2 million gallons daily. Utilities director Jack Davis reports ample production capacity and no supply strain. Forecast calls for sunny highs in the upper 90s to low 100s through the weekend.
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment fines Ottawa Truck Division of Gulf & Western Manufacturing 400 dollars for improper disposal of hazardous waste at the Franklin County Landfill. The company must dispose of the waste at a licensed site by August 2 and pay within 85 days, with an emergency plan required. Ottawa Truck will move 27 drums to an out-of-state facility if permissions are granted, and further appeals are limited to court.
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