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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1987
Page
2
The piece contrasts US campaign delays with Britain's three week general election. It notes US voters underestimate timing and criticizes the press for not gearing up quickly for a fast campaign. It suggests Britain emphasizes issues over personalities and implies the US could learn from that model.
President Reagan defends patrolling the Persian Gulf with U S ships claiming self defense and no war risk. He cites Iran Iraq casualties while critics demand a clear national policy and explicit stakes and risks beyond patriotic platitudes.
Quiet and silence vanish from daily life as engines, stereo systems, and sirens create constant noise. Columbia audiology studies link background sound to higher blood pressure and lighter sleep. Arkansas rancher Earl Horton fights a drag strip owner, saying noise spooks his cattle and damages livelihoods.
Publication details and staff listed with new monthly and yearly subscription prices for Ottawa and surrounding areas by carrier, mail, and out-of-state options. Rates show 4.00 for one month in Ottawa, 40.00 yearly, plus regional and distant area pricing with a 5.5 percent sales tax note.
A columnist argues the Iran-Contra hearings reveal systemic political failures. Congress is blamed for self-interest and loopholes while fiscal policy and free trade debates threaten national strength. The piece urges voters to demand budget balance and protect American industry.
A nostalgic column notes how sneakers evolved from utility to fashion. It contrasts Velcro and lace styles, recalls a past pair gifted to the writer, and paints a vivid scene of varied designs, materials, and price ranges from under 20 to about 100 dollars.
Chicago teen Nick Vanaria pursues signatures from players at Wrigley and Comiskey. After leaving three cards for Pete Incaviglia, he received autographs that included obscene and profane inscriptions, later attributed to an unknown prankster at Comiskey Park. Incaviglia and Rangers staff deny signing the provocative messages.
A list provides names and addresses for government contacts including President Reagan at The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave Washington DC 20500 Senator Bob Dole 141 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510 and Senator Nancy Kassebaum 304 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510 with phone numbers 202 224 4521 and 292 224 4774 Rep Bob Whittaker 332 Cannon House Office Building Washington DC 20515 and state officials Jim Allen Statehouse Topeka 66612 room 1285 and Jack Beauchamp 174W Statehouse Topeka 66612 with phone numbers 206 7361 and 29 7876 respectively.
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