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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1987
Page
1
The piece notes how summer heat drains patience and raises tempers leading to harm. It urges restraint and awareness, reminding readers that minor irritations can spark violence or harm both mental and physical. The message advocates cool heads and stride over friction.
In the Iran Contra hearings Nancy Kassebaum had warned last December to tidy up the White House and clean out incompetent advisers. Eight months later the hearings reveal continued deceit and incompetence, with Reagan failing to revoke North’s status or discipline Poindexter or others.
Travel figures show a surge in European bookings this summer with 150 U.S. agencies reporting a 20 to 25 percent rise over last year. Passport applications are up, and England and France are popular. Last summer saw 1.7 million travelers amid terrorism fears and the Chernobyl nuclear accident, but interest rebounds as travelers resume plans.
Ottawans suggest better truck safety on Main Street and at southside intersections. They urge educa tion about truck blind spots and larger vehicles, advocate a ban on trucks on Main Street, and call for smoke limits in the Professional Medical Building lobby. They request Kerr McGee sign removal, trimming South Ash bushes, and safer public streets.
A Kansas rights battle that began in 1961 culminated in 1966 with a court-ordered reapportionment based on population. Despite fears, rural areas retained influence. one man, one vote reshaped House districts, Senate seats, and local county commissions, signaling ongoing challenges in maintaining equal representation amid shifting populations.
A column argues the United States faces danger from the military mentality in civilians and officials. It cites Eisenhower, Patton, MacArthur, Shultz, Poindexter, North, and religious figures to warn that zeal without understanding threatens liberty. It notes Iran Contra testimonies and public reception.
Curtis J Lamb of Williamsburg RFD 1 protests Barker’s tavern murder article using the term biker. He argues bikers are not murderers, noting riders he knows, charity work, safety advocacy, and rides nationwide. He urges dropping the stereotype and separating a few actions from the sport.
Ottawa Kansas daily newspaper lists subscription prices effective July 1 1986 by carrier motor mail in Ottawa surrounding Franklin County counties and other areas. Rates show one month three months six months and one year with varied amounts and out of state subscribers subject to 5.5 percent sales tax. Names of staff are included in the masthead.
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