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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1989
Page
1
The piece argues Wright resigning as Speaker and from Congress reveals a broader flaw in politics. It asserts bending rules is seen as acceptable if not caught, mocks his “mindless cannibalism” defense, and condemns him as a self-serving figure who rose high only to fall due to self-interest.
The Lawrence Daily Journal-World reports 73 percent of this year’s high school graduates do not want to live or work in Lawrence. It notes Franklin County’s high unemployment and Douglas County’s low unemployment, suggesting many Lawrence jobs are filled by over qualified workers, leaving local grads with slim chances for good jobs.
A Kansas driver writes to complain after a DPS patrol car in red lights sped past on May 15 at 11 10 am near Wilson and Davis Rd forcing the writer to yield. The letter argues emergency vehicle statutes allow speed but require safety and accountability. The writer contacted DPS Director Jeff Hernan and says no reply was received.
Ottawa High School Principal Gary Mavity notes about half of students hold part time jobs. A survey shows 80 students missed school for work, and many work beyond 10 hours weekly. He cites studies linking work hours with lower grades, attendance issues, and higher drug use among working teens.
The piece argues the CPI is a clear gauge of purchasing power yet criticizes reliance on flashy short-term data. It urges clearer, quarterly public and private sector comparisons, focusing on revenues versus expenses and main costs, to help everyone grasp how the economy is faring this year versus last.
Washington debate rages over Congress and ethics amid calls for reform. The piece notes House scandals, entrenched incumbency, and a push by Rep. Bill McCollum for a constitutional amendment limiting terms, while contrasting Founding Fathers' warnings with today’s politics and noting little momentum for change.
The Ottawa Herald lists updated subscription rates effective April 1 1969 for Ottawa and surrounding areas by carrier motor route and by mail. Rates include one month five dollars three months fourteen dollars six months sixty two seventy five cents or fifty one twenty five per year for carrier. Mail to Franklin and adjacent counties five twenty five for one month fifteen thirty for three months twenty nine fifty for six months fifty six seventy five for one year. Other areas by mail six twenty five for one month eighteen seventy five for three months thirty six dollars for six months sixty nine fifty for one year.
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