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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1985
Page
1
Inside Highlights reports a heated debate over the University of Kansas season ticket policy under discussion in the state Legislature. Page 5 coverage notes lawmakers scrutinize pricing, accessibility, and allocation, with near-term impacts on fans and university revenue.
A nationwide struggle against illegal drugs strains diplomacy as U S and Mexico confront cross border crime, violence, and policy clashes. Experts warn cooperation faces tests over enforcement, extraditions, and regional security priorities amid growing transnational pressure.
Dewayne L. Geans, 21, of St. Louis, drove a stolen car across I-35 in a high speed pursuit. He was captured after diving into a storm drain and later released. A separate robbery with a propane torch followed, ending with a crash on the Wolf Creek bridge near Olathe. Authorities recovered a propane torch and burglary tools from the vehicle.
Agriculture Secretary John Block warns the 1985 farm bill will not quickly stem farm losses. He projects losses near five percent this year and similar levels through the decade, arguing corporations won’t dominate farming and small family farms will persist despite credit squeeze.
The nation's cities condemn President Reagan's 1986 budget proposal as crippling to urban America. A survey by the U S Conference of Mayors says an 18 percent cut in federal grants will erase or shrink most urban programs, triggering service cuts, fare increases, and local tax needs. The forecast also notes reduced transit funding and emergency aid, with cities forecasting layoffs and neighborhood decline. Nearby, Ottawa Weather Station reports 47 degree low and 60s afternoon, with a clear night and cool weekend outlook.
The Kansas Coalition on Aging warned 5000 residents 65 and older could fall into poverty if federal plans to freeze Social Security cost of living raises are enacted. Nadine Burch of Topeka and Gary Petz urged opposition, noting 1983 adjustments already harmed recipients and the deficit plan would not affect the Social Security trust fund.
The Senate Agriculture Committee endorsed an amended Farmers Assistance, Counseling and Training plan reducing costs to about 200000 dollars and deleting 135000 dollars for legal aid to financially troubled farmers. Kansas Legal Services would expand to cover some farmers under Carlin’s proposal, but lawmakers expect debates to continue on the floor. The panel also supported loan officer assistance for farmers applying for loans.
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