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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1990
Page
3
Editorial argues landfills preserve non biological waste including newspapers after decades, challenging belief they can return land to original use. It calls for improved landfill technology alongside aggressive recycling, noting that biodegradable and organic waste may not degrade as expected and urging advancement in waste management practices.
The Kansas City Star reports Sujan Lujan questions the Endangered Species Act, suggesting changes to ease development. White House contesting any change, saying no plans to alter the law now. Critics fear continued enforcement challenges and potential policy shifts under the Interior Department.
Debra Campbell’s letter to the editor inflates Ottawa’s lawsuit costs. City attorney says in 54 years the city faced $1,924,551 in claims, but paid $263,750. List shows settlements: Sams $66,000 total, Fisher $100,000 combined, Riddle $33,000, Heathman $2,437, DeLaTorre $6,000, fire/dispatchers $189,505, DPS overtime $103,413—not from lawsuits.
The notice urges signed letters with writer addresses and phone numbers for verification, stating unsigned submissions will not be published and encouraging public response through mailed or telephone confirmed correspondences.
This Thursday column recalls Oakland School once named Parkinson, opened 1869 with rock and later a larger 1927 building costing 5951.84 dollars. It notes land on Sand Creek Road, a one acre track, and an open horse barn for riders. Last teacher Joann Cearfoss Brinkman, final pupils listed, and former students still in the county.
Commentary warns Republicans seek stealthy tax increases to dodge voter backlash. It suggests options like raising gas, oil import duties, candy bar taxes, sports ticket levies, and a national lottery plan, with aims of funding deficits without direct tax increases. It notes anonymity promises and criticizes drivers of hidden taxes.
Sharon Medlen of Ottawa vents frustration after Forest Park shelter booking for her daughter's Sept party was blocked for an auto show. She claims city officials blamed the event, shifted venue options to Celebration Hall and a church, then said the city would pay, later retracting that aid. She criticizes city over handling, seeks accountability and refunds.
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