Editorial: Sky scandal in airline industry deepens
A Minnesota editorial argues airline safety hinges on alcohol free flight crews. It cites 41 pilots losing Minnesota licenses among 2000 pilots, notes Northwest Airlines incident with a .04 blood alcohol level after landing, and urges FAA to audit convictions and act swiftly. It declares passenger rights and safety demand zero tolerance and vows a national scandal.
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The
Minneapolis Star and Tribune
Minnesota
Northwest Airlines
Fargo
N.D
Minneapolis
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
Opinion on anti brokerage bill targets local papers and auto dealers
Guest opinion argues against a bill banning nonauthorised local newspapers from selling or advertising in the state. It notes possible newspaper arguments about threats from national chains and public role, compares concerns to car brokers and cites Attorney General Bob Stephan calling it unconstitutional. The author questions legislative attention to the proposal.
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USA Today
Senate
House Transportation Committee
Bob Stephan
Kansas
Earth Day anniversary spurs renewed environmental action
A retrospective urges ongoing commitment as Earth Day marks 20 years since its start amid 1970s turmoil. KNRC leader Mary Fund calls for lifestyle shifts and policy accountability, while Ottawa group Earthteam seeks volunteers. Contact details and meeting time are provided.
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America
Kansas
Kansas Natural Resource Council
Mary Fund
KNRC
Fund
Ottawa
Earthteam
Earth Team
Marie Brooks
Lake Region
Rc&d
E. 2Nd
Earthteam Task Force
Policy too soft for some
AP Diplomatic Writer Barry Schweid reports growing U.S. debate over President Bush’s cautious stance toward the Soviet Union on Lithuania. Critics fear the approach undermines Lithuania’s push for independence, arguing a tougher line could bolster its chances while supporters urge restraint to avoid destabilizing U.S.-Soviet relations.
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Barry Schweid
Washington
Bush
Soviet Union
Lithuania
Democratic House
Thomas Foley
Mikhail S. Gorbachev
Latvia
Estonia
Gorbachev
Ottawa High bond issue urged to ease overcrowded classes
Ottawa High seniors call for a YES vote to fund expansion and new space. They warn cramped classrooms and shared lockers will hinder education as enrollment grows, urging voters to back the bond before May 1. The letter cites the Senior Executive Board and urges community caretaking to let future classes thrive.
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Ottawa
Downtown confrontation sparks strong letter from Ottawa youth observer
A reader's account describes a downtown altercation between a loud, threatening teenager and an elderly man on Main Street. The writer condemns the outburst, questions the youth's thrill-seeking and lack of respect, and hopes the teen learns from the incident. Donna Forth Wellsville RFD
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Ottawa
Oil dumping warning from North Bay J and Car Wash incident
Jim Bass warns a vehicle owner in Poplar about oil dumping near the J and Car Wash on March 28. He says the license plate and witness identify the offender and cites EPA violation penalties. He provides two phone numbers for contact.
Political Contacts For Washington Officials Listed
A fragmented list provides contact details for President George Bush and several senators and representatives. It includes addresses on Capitol Hill in Washington, D C and statehouse locations in Topeka Kansas, with multiple telephone numbers for key officials.
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George Bush
White House
Pennsylvania Ave
Washington, D.C
Ob Dove
Hart
Senate
Nancy Kassebaum
Russell
Buiding
Wash
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Unfree Enterprise
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Kent State
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Mother Earth
By Terry Ostmeyer
Ottawa Herald
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Capitol Hill
Bill Sarpalius
Texas
Richard Durbin
D-Il
Daniel Patrick Moynihan
D-N.y
International Court of Justice
Hagueyf Netherlands
Foley
Cial
Marlin Fitzwater
James A. Baker
Kremlin
Baker
Moscow
Ottawa High
OHS
Aaron S. Harshaw
Erin Garcia
Sheri Davis
Nancy Rumford
Mindy Homung
Amy Sutton
Noah Sandstrom
Danny Hope
Randy Stoneking
Chelan David
Peter Clark
Jon Becker
Peer
Himself
Donna Forth
Wellsville
RFD
EPA
Jim
Bass
Poplar
Ington
D.C
Bob Whittaker
Raybuirn
Jan Alan
Statehouse
Topeka
Betile Sue Shumway
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