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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1994
Page
3
President Clinton expands U S relief to Rwandan refugees amid cholera and starvation. Nearly 2 million flee into Zaire as U S funds finance airlifts and 20 million rehydration packages. Private donations urged via Red Cross and other agencies.
Karl A. Van Assell reports late developments and earnings for six people from history and popular culture. Eli Whitney earned nothing for the cotton gin, Stephen Roster received 500 dollars for Old Folks at Home, Walter Hunt 100 dollars for the safety pin, Ernest Thayer five dollars for Casey at the Bat, and Mary Jacobs fifteen thousand dollars for a backless bra sold to a company that later made 200 million.
Editors invite signed letters to the paper with writers providing their address and a telephone number for verification. unsigned letters will not be published, and a contact number helps expedite confirmation of the submission before print.
The letter cites a bicycle theft at Canterbury Court and urges return of the bike. It broadens to local issues about new residents, a proposed 19 assault weapon ban, federal policy surprises, and civic projects like cleaning weeds, a town library idea, and a community forum titled It's Your Quarter. Call times are noted for participation.
A public reflection marks the 25th anniversary of Apollo 11 arguing apathy, not fear, hinders space exploration. It contrasts Mars and the Moon with earthly leisure sites, claiming Americans prioritize entertainment and comfort over cosmic ventures.
I recount early career days with Hamp the chief and Gandy in the sheriff's office. The encounter at the swamp murder, Hamp's explosive reaction, and the reporter’s caution about sharing details shaped my wary stance. We reflect on changing policing and journalism, the camaraderie, and Hamp's eventual shift to private detective work.
A Pittsburg reader urges voters to learn about Gene Bicknell as a gubernatorial candidate. The letter argues for tax dollar stewardship and a future where sons can live, work, and raise families in Kansas. The writer, a 35 year old mother of three, praises her father’s wisdom and generosity as a potential state leader.
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