Ottawa City Faces Tax Tradeoff Over Street Funds
The Ottawa City Commission diverts 300000 from the street improvement fund to cover a Fair Labor Standards Act debt won by nine Department of Public Safety Employees. The half cent sales tax, approved in the 1970s, raised 440000 in 1988 but has seen 150000 annually redirected to lawsuits and 120000 to an economic development "Super Fund" leaving about 170000 for street work this year.
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Kansas City Royals Stadium incident sparks alcohol debate
A 20 year old fell from a railing at Royals Stadium and died of a broken neck after a fall blamed on alcohol talk. The Associated Press says no autopsy confirmed drinking. Rumors swirl on a Kansas City radio show while Sporting News notes stadium beer sales and no family seating. The piece questions future control and fan behavior, urging Royals to act.
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Letters to the Editor Encouraged Signed By Writers
Readers are urged to send signed letters to the editor with full return addresses. Unsigned submissions will not be published.
Aging population shifts merchandising and delivery trends
Advertising Age forecasts a rising share of adults aged 50 and older, predicting a future where convenience and home delivery dominate. Ottawa's Ed Leonard delivers groceries daily, charging 3 dollars except Mondays, reflecting growing demand from seniors. Microwave adoption among seniors shows comfort with change, while youth markets wane.
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Advertising Age
Harvard Nieman program anniversary recalls 1949 debut
A veteran writer recounts Harvard Universitys 50 year Nieman fellowship program created with the Nieman familys bequest to advance journalism. He recalls moving to Cambridge in 1949 with Peggy and their young son, the cultural shock, and the era of McCarthyism and Alger Hiss trials. He reflects on changes and constants in American society and journalism.
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The
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Drought coverage in Kansas prompts media debate
A Kansas drought report shows half the wheat crop gone in places with total losses looming. Panelists including Dennis Famey of the Wall Street Journal discuss national attention, citing billion dollar losses and dramatic drought images as needed to spur coverage. The discussion at a Kansas Press Association forum in Wichita also tackles legislatures’ pay and the rise of professional lawmakers.
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Wichita Eagle Beacon
Barry Massey
Humboldt
Associated Press
Ottawa Herald postal rates page lists delivery and mail prices
The Ottawa Herald advertises subscription rates effective April 1 1989 for delivery in Ottawa surrounding areas and by mail in Franklin County adjacent counties and all other regions. Rates cover one month three months six months and one year with carrier motor route and mail options and various geographic zones.
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