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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1999
Page
7
The Ottawa American Legion team earned a split in a matchup against Lawrence with a win and a loss, keeping their standings tight. The report notes coverage on page seven.
Senate Minority Leader Anthony Hensley and House Minority Leader Jim Garner said delays in income tax refunds show major problems at the Kansas Department of Revenue. They cited frustration from taxpayers despite $50 million invested since 1996 to modernize computer systems. Gov Graves' office said he is aware of refund delays and concerned, while Revenue Secretary Karla Pierce disputed the critique.
Outside forecast shows a 30 percent chance of thunderstorms, not as warm with a high near 85. Sky partly cloudy, south winds 10 to 15 mph. For more weather information, see page 2.
In Kiowa Kansas farmers begin bringing in winter wheat as a damp spring and hail losses bite. Local elevator prices hover around 2.29 per bushel while test weights run 60 to 62 pounds. Disease pressure is lower here than elsewhere but yields remain uncertain. Greg Miller notes the crop moisture delays cutting despite good weight. Assistant manager Jeff Kimmel reports test weights and early harvest conditions.
Kansas natural gas producers face a $200 million interest bill on a $140 million penalty for overcharging customers in the 1980s. Rep. Moran fronts a Commerce Committee hearing examining who profits from proposed legislation to waive or modify the pass through of refunds and interest. He calls the refunds and 15 year retroactivity unfair and unconscionable.
In Elizabeth New Jersey Phyllis Klingebiel sued her son Michael 40 claiming he reneged on a 10 year deal to split lottery winnings after he won 2.15 million in 1997. Michael agreed to share almost a quarter in 1999 after a photo ritual. A Baltimore Sun report notes Nettie Levitt Gilbert 89 sued son Jeffrey in Palm Beach Florida accusing him of opening cards in her name which could affect his parole for savings and loan embezzlement.
Franklin County Historical Society Model Railroad Club works to restore a 1951 layout at the Depot museum. Joel Nordeen and Joe Robertson lead efforts to update scenery and depict the area north of the museum for a July 4 grand opening.
Yugoslav generals and NATO commanders ended marathon talks at a French garrison on plans to halt 11 weeks of airstrikes. Initial signs suggested a withdrawal, with Germany saying NATO airstrikes were largely halted while NATO claimed air operations continue with no decision to suspend or end attacks. Officials emphasized continuing pressure until Serb forces withdraw and aims are achieved.
Kansas lawmakers approved a transportation bill to finance reconstruction of US 59 from Ottawa to Lawrence, with a new highway still four to six years away. The dispute centers on alignment between widening the existing road or building a new freeway east of the current route, with public meetings planned and data being gathered.
Procter and Gamble said it will eliminate 15000 jobs worldwide over six years about 13 percent of its workforce and close about 10 plants as part of Organization 2005. Dark Jager becomes CEO January 1 and most cuts will occur outside North America.
Harris News Service reports Kansas Board of Education members aim for a compromise on evolution in science standards. At a citizens forum, 14 supported including evolution as biology's foundation, while 4 backed design focused alternatives. Chair Linda Hollaway noted a July discussion on a new draft by KU and a science committee.
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