Editorials on generals show storms around heroes
A review of famed military leaders MacArthur Patton and Schwarzkopf notes triumphs and flaws. It discusses Schwarzkopf’s Gulf War hero status, skewered by a forthcoming biography that portrays him as a tyrant. The piece cautions against letting personal character definitions overshadow achievements.
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Douglas MacArthur
Korea
Truman
MacArthur
George Patton
H. Norman Schwarzkopf
Schwarzkopf
Stormin
Norman
Defense
Dick Cheney
Gen. Schwarzkopf
Military Alliance
Mani
Sdes
Jim Hitch
Guest editorials and the long arm of the law
The Hays Daily News notes editors present opinions from other editors and frames a case where a Kansas convict sought in a university co ed disappearance surrendered after seeing himself on America's Most Wanted. It argues television aids public safety by broadcasting fugitives' identities nationwide, limiting evasion.
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Eyle
Pittsburg State University
Hays Daily News
Survive, Not Rights: A Bicyclist's Street Reality
The piece argues that legal rights for bicyclists are not enough to prevent danger on shared roads. It urges focus on physical survival, situational awareness, and aligning action with the laws of physics rather than abstract rights. It emphasizes staying aware, keeping mind and body together, and avoiding daydreaming while in traffic.
Clinton Needs GOP Votes for NAFTA Trade Deal
AP reports Clinton faces GOP resistance to his budget yet relies on Republican votes to push NAFTA through. Dole notes possible GOP backing in the House while Sensenbrenner doubts enough votes exist. Governors like Tommy Thompson cite jobs and free trade as benefits, as Democrats delay NAFTA amid health care reform debates.
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Washington
Clinton
Mexico
2Zarn
Bob Dole
Kansas
GOF
Dole
House
NAFTA
James Sensenbrenner
R-Wis
Tommy Thompson
Wisconsin
Conservative Heritage Foundation
Thompson
Congress
David Bonier
Michigan
Senate
Bonner
Thomas S. Foley
NO KIDDING First TV Game Show Recalls Stork Club Night
Karl A. Van Asselt chronicles the inaugural What’s My Line panel on February 2, 1950 hosted by John Daly. Guests included a hat check girl a veterinarian a diaper service deliverer and mystery guest Phil Rizzuto with panelists Louis Untermeyer Dorothy Kilgallen Harold Hoffman and Richard Hoffman. The encyclopedia notes the show’s debut established the format and featured notable personalities of the era.
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Phil Rizzuto
Louis Untermeyer
Dorothy Kilgallen
N.J
Harold Hoffman
Richard Hoffman
John Daly
Community letter urges north Ottawa grocery option near I 35
Dillons' Stores and Wal-Mart announcements renew calls for a full line grocer on Ottawa's north side by the I-35 interchange. The writer notes Ottawa IGA's closure and urges continued public input to Hutchinson for Dillon's contact. Letters and calls were tallied as of 7-28-93 to Bob Colzey and Lee Kelly.
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Ottawa
Wal-Mart
Dillons’ Stores Inc
Hutchinson
Bob Colzey
Lee Kelly
Hutchison
Darrin Meadows
Herald prints clearer now with digest column added
Readers praise the Herald for sharper printing and easier readability. The front page Digest column is highlighted as a welcome change, enhancing the paper’s overall appeal.
Rostenkowski and the double standard debate
The speaker contrasts allegations against Dan Rostenkowski with the Anita Hill Clarence Thomas hearings. He argues for presumed innocence for Rostenkowski while noting perceived proof in the Hill case, accusing critics of bias in American justice. The remark questions fairness in high profile political cases.
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Rostenkowski
America
Clarence Thomas
Supreme Court
Anita Hill
Its Your Quarter: Franklin County Voices Tax Gripes
Readers criticize flood relief funding and foreign aid while sounding off on road maintenance tax bills. A resident recounts road grading contrasts with neighboring Lawrence, questions county budgeting, and laments rude service at the county assessor’s office. The letter invites further dialogue via a community call line and notes a possible recreation budget misprint.
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Pote
Snake Country
Charley Reese
King Features Syndicate
Karl A. van Asselt
Dillon
Herald
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United States of America
Lawrence
Franklin County
Sirloin Stockade
Ottawa Recreation Commission
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