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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1998
Page
2
Ottawa City Commission voted 3-2 to drop a local bidder preference policy for city projects and purchases. The move ends a 5 percent cushion rule though informal bias toward local vendors remains possible, especially when bids are extremely close.
The Manhattan Mercury recalls Jack Hartman as a plain spoken, honest coach whose teams won by substance over flash. He embodied old school values, recruited with integrity, and impressed discipline and game within the sport. His career stands as a living example of straightforward, hard driven basketball.
The Herald notes that guest editorials present diverse viewpoints. Views expressed are not necessarily the newspaper’s positions, with readers invited to consider differing perspectives on current issues.
The column argues the GOP faced an unpredicted setback in Tuesday’s off year vote as Democrats leveraged union driven GOTV to win close races. It notes a possible realignment with shifting support among white working class, Blacks, Hispanics, women, and Jews, while Bill Clinton’s fortunes and Ken Starr’s actions shaped public sentiment.
The Educational Testing Service study shows misbehavior and classroom disruption are widespread and hurt achievement. Officials urge civil behavior and consequences tied to high standards while avoiding harsh surveillance measures that erode trust.
Dennis Moore’s win over GOP Rep. Vince Snowbarger energizes Kansas Democrats and party leaders see potential gains in 2000. Yet analysts warn revival requires deeper precinct-level organization, broader donor base, and fresh leadership beyond one congressman.
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