Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Ottawa Herald in Ottawa, Kansas

We have 6,677,888 pages in Kansas

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 8 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Ottawa Herald

Location

Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1992

Page

3

National health insurance gains support amid cost worries

A new survey shows strong support for a national health insurance plan while skepticism remains about government administration. Many prefer Cadillac coverage regardless of car, and uninsured or underinsured groups grow. Analysts cite rising costs,, tax ideas, and the Pepper Commission standard as key debates.

Pepper Commission

Guest Opinion: Editorials Offer Reader Varied Perspectives

A guest editorial notes that guest editorials present diverse viewpoints for readers. It clarifies they may not reflect The Herald's official stance and aims to stimulate discussion on current issues.

Herald

State park trash plan prompts user bag responsibility

State officials push a costly policy requiring visitors to bring their own bags and haul trash home. The plan aims to save money by cutting park staff, but risks reduced park use and deterioration. Citizens are urged to comply while hoping officials reconsider this policy.

Energy conservation urged amid electric rate rise

Pat Bunkle of 433 Willow objects to higher electricity prices, arguing that the increase punishes low usage while benefiting those who can pay, and urging stronger energy conservation incentives.

Letters to the Editor Guidelines About Signatures

Readers are urged to submit signed letters with the writer’s address and a telephone number for verification. Unsigned letters will not be published and editors encourage letters to promote reader engagement.

Commentator praises Quayle for challenging views on Murphy Brown

The columnist commends Vice President Dan Quayle for voicing an independent stance on Murphy Brown, arguing his remarks expose the gap between fictional family norms and real U S demographics. He contrasts Quayle with President Bush and suggests broader reflection on family structures beyond two parents.

America Dan Quayle Murphy Brown Los Angeles Quayle CBS George Bush Bush George Danny

Murphy Brown sparks debates on TV reality and family life

Media voices weigh in on Murphy Brown as the show follows an independent Washington journalist through unplanned pregnancy. The piece argues against moralizing the plot, urging readers to treat the program as entertainment and recognize the value of diverse family forms beyond the nuclear model.

William Shatner George Bush Murphy Brown America Washington, D.C Candice Bergen Murphy Jake Somebody Boy Brown Oliver Stone JFK Ms. Brown

City electricity rate hike sparks concerns for elderly and low income

A reader questions a three year plan to raise electricity costs, arguing it harms seniors and families with limited means while aiding higher income residents and businesses. The letter also asks why utilities cannot use levelized payments and raises issues about grocery access and postal service mail misdelivery.

Otttawa Iam Postal Service

Also Mentioned on This Page

Pat Bunkle Willow By Bill Tellier The Ottawa Herald George Pyle Salina White House Pennsylvania Ave Joan Finney State Capitol Topeka Bob Dole Hart Senate Nancy Kassebaum Russell Washington, D. C Dick Nichols Longworth Washington D.C George Teagarden S Statehouse Dave Webb Nall Stillwell Walker Hendrix Statehouse
Search Courier

Search the Ottawa Herald Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Ottawa Herald?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication