Unnecessary Tax Faces Legislators Over Liquor Bill
Kansas House passed a liquor by the drink bill with a $13.9 million revenue tax claim, drawing criticism that it targets beer and spirits rather than alcohol abuse costs. Senate rejected a broader credit card purchase provision 21-18, with praise for Sen. Allen, Karr, and Thiessen for opposing the bill.
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Kansas House of Representatives
Kansas Senate
Jim Allen
Ottawa
Gerald Karr
Demporia
Dan Thiessen
Independence
Robert Talkington
Iola
Angell argues inflation near zero despite public skepticism
Federal Reserve Governor Wayne Angell told a Kansas City audience the economy is on track to be inflation free, though disbelief remains. He notes 2 percent inflation in 1986 and cites unemployment and job quality as dampers while credit card rates stay high and a federal ceiling proposal aims at eight points above the one year Treasury yield, contrasting with Kansas moves to cap at 18 percent.
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Wayne Angell
Federal Reserve Board
Kansas City
Ottawa University
Angell
Congress
Treasury
Kansas
Carole Greenberg
Belmont
Calif
Carole
Opinion Letter Against Mandatory Seat Belt Law
From Our Readers criticizes compulsory seat belt statutes in Kansas. The writer, George A. Finley Kincaid, argues personal choice over government mandate, claiming freedom to choose and questioning claimed life-saving benefits.
Rescue story highlights community assets after J-35 crash
Wendy Dickinson writes from Ottawa praising Franklin County EMS RMH and DPS for rescuers and equipment like the Jaws of Life. She notes local truckers' bravery and the public support that funded rescue gear, urging residents to recognize the good work of emergency crews and stop blaming drivers.
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Franklin County
Franklin
Ransom Memorial Hospital
Department of Public Safety
DPS
RMH
Ottawa
Mays
Wendy Dickinson
Voter criticizes city for probe committee choice
Kathleen A Elliott laments March 3 city commission vote. She objects to two commissioners and the mayor pro tem naming the investigative committee members without external oversight and questions the impact on reform of the Department of Public Safety.
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City Commission
Department of Public Safety
Kathleen A
Elliott
Willow
Teenage personal crisis reports draw newsroom scrutiny
An editorial decries a surge in teen suicide attempts and deaths, noting copycat cases spurred by media coverage. It links peer pressure, sensational reporting, and family dynamics to a nationwide trend, urging responsible journalism and proactive parental support to avert tragedy.
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Jersey
Irongate
Oliver North
Letter Answering A Double Edged Art
Readers vent about letters on animals and President Reagan. The columnist notes mixed passions, cites opinions on wealth, media, and grammar, and thanks readers for both good and bad mail while pondering public reaction.
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Reagan
Charles Bey
Redwood City
Calif
Ottawa Herald subscription rates 1986 Ottawa Kansas
Ottawa Herald prints new subscription rates effective July 1 1986 for Ottawa surrounding areas Franklin County and adjacent counties and all other areas. Local carriers motor routes monthly three month six month and yearly prices listed with out of state subscribers taxed at 5.5 percent.
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Ottawa
Franklin County
Contra Aid Roars On As Baker Skips Capitol Hill
Washington observers note Howard Baker stayed downtown as Contras draw further scrutiny. Revelations about Arturo Cruz and Contra atrocities fuel debate, with House and Senate split over the $40 million package and accountability. Arias push for regional talks gains cautious support amid political finger pointing.
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Howard Baker
Capitol Hill
White House
Arturo Cruz
Oliver North
House
Robert Michel
R-Ti
Honduras
Costa Rica
San Jose
Arias
Nicaragua
Guatemala
Inter-American Affairs
Elliott Abrams
Brunei
National Security Council
Frank Carlucci
Jose Napoleon Duarte
Ronald Reagan
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