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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1990
Page
3
Editorial claims letters opposing a cigarette tax hike in Kansas stem from a single source outside the state, allegedly Phillip Morris USA. It argues the effort shows anti-smoking sentiment is growing while accusing the industry of manipulating public opinion.
Guest opinion argues four rural counties and metro areas share tax burdens unequally. It notes half of the state's sales tax revenue comes from Shawnee, Sedgwick, Johnson, and Wyandotte counties and contends metropolitan areas fund much of state projects, with rural regions remaining the economy’s base. The piece asserts tax reform must reflect accountability and equity, not protection for local boosters.
The upcoming 3.389 million bond for Ottawa High School expansion and renovation aims to provide space for physical education, fine arts, and assemblies. Eliminating the gym would reduce costs but also education and community services. the all purpose facility serves as classroom space and as Ottawa Recreation Commission facilities and community meeting space.
Readers are urged to submit signed letters with the writer’s address and a phone number for verification.unsigned submissions will not be published the notice specifies.
A caustic commentary rejects major league baseball and proposes boycotting the season to restore family life and civic focus. It questions a $48,500-a-year Kansas tourism director, Bob Murray, and argues Kansas relies on its plainspoken people rather than flashy endorsements to attract visitors.
A personal reminiscence closes with John Heslin, age 99, dying after a life linked to Margie’s family and Linda, his lost love. The piece recalls shared doctors, early WW II days, and a hospital hometown around Lake Lonely, Saratoga, and Southern Pines.
Chanute Mayor Jesse Jackson leads a long range Goals Task Force meeting on how to keep children from drugs with coffee and doughnuts. The column urges personal responsibility and cautions that mood altering substances are ingrained in culture while noting coffee, caffeine and sugar as social rituals.
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