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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1990
Page
3
The Herald weighs the DPS issue and urges action to make any chosen system work. It questions splitting the department or firing troubled employees, notes critics fault the City Commission, and calls for voter input and acceptance of the outcome.
Guest opinion argues for a merit pay system for Wichita teachers, criticizing a lock step salary scale and noting NEA Wichita resistance to pay for performance. It cites budget limits and argues top teachers leave for better compensation, calling for rewards based on competence over seniority.
A letter from residents thanks Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and Captain Craig Davis for taking over the ECVC police and fire class after the DPS abandonment. The program now offers hands on experiences in firearms rappelling booking procedures and fire training and is described as an enjoyable elective. Signatories include Jeff Sidens Richard Blevins Shane Colbern Billy Klink and several others.
Community newspaper invites letters to the editor signed with writer’s address and a phone number for verification. Unsigned submissions will not be published to ensure accountability and author contact.
The Dale Wesen Memorial Day weekend antique auction features the Lou Ann Circus miniature replica built by Lou and Ann Kretschmer, historic music machines, posters, Buffalo Bill and Annie Oakley items, Tom Mix boot lasts, hundreds of signs and furniture, plus a 1966 Amc Marlin. The event, east of the K-68 and I-35 junction, starts at 5 p.m. Friday.
Shirley M. Broers of Wellsville voices concern over a 1895 Tauy Creek bridge near the Tony Jones Mansion, urging repair as a community landmark on the National Register. She cites safety, liability, historic value, and potential funding through House Bill 2859 and state preservation review.
Letters in The Ottawa Herald note firefighters perform far more than listed duties. They discuss Life Flight standby, fuel washdowns, home safety checks, education, inspections, grounds upkeep, and minor repairs. Fire personnel also teach extinguisher classes and assist camps, emphasizing service to all regardless of wealth or health as fires are unpredictable.
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