Call for Food Tax Cut in Kansas Tax Relief Plan
The 1998 Kansas Legislature faces a range of proposed tax cuts including reducing the food sales tax and reconsidering income and property tax structures. With a robust economy, experts expect growth and widespread impact across Kansans. Business groups push about 200 million dollars in cuts. The Mercury notes advocates will press lawmakers to include groceries tax relief as part of a balanced package.
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Guest Editorials Offer Readers Varied Opinions
Editorial page presents a range of viewpoints for readers to consider. It notes that expressed views are not necessarily the Herald's official stance.
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Government contact list for federal and state officials
A compiled directory of key kontakts for national and state government figures. Includes the President, U S Senators Pat Roberts Sam Brownback, U S Representative Jim Ryun, Governor Bill Graves, Attorney General Carla Stovall, Insurance Commissioner Kathleen Sebelius and state offices in Topeka and Overland Park with corresponding addresses and phone numbers.
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Hart
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S. Kansas Ave
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Overland Park
Jim Ryun
Cannon
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Quincy
Bill Graves
State Capitol
Carla Stovall
Judicial Center
Tapeka
Kathleen Sebelius
Southwest
Marine critic Sara Lister mocks Marines and fuels debate
Kathleen Parker writes that Sara Lister, former assistant secretary of the Army, attacked the Marine Corps as extremists and criticized their uniforms, prompting backlash. Parker recalls Marine sacrifice and questions the Clinton administration’s stance on defense, noting Lister’s resignation and broader tensions amid concerns about U.S. military strength.
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FBI ends 16 month probe into TWA Flight 800 explosion
Editorials contrast FBI closure with desire to prove the crash was not an act of terrorism. Opinions note past agency missteps at Waco and Ruby Ridge, praising transparency, yet skeptics may remain unconvinced.
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Waco
Ruby Ridge
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Calif
America
Vietnam
Los Angeles Times
Egypt
Luxor
Reader letter argues against corporal discipline and past generation blame
David Ludwick of Ottawa criticizes D L Salsbury's guest column on spanking, urging parents to raise children with love and respect rather than fear. He recalls harsh school punishment and racial wrongs of earlier generations, contends self-discipline beats violence, and urges rejecting violence as a tool in homes and schools.
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Herald
Salsbury
Williamsburg
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Ottawa
Veterans Day Parade Thanks and Highlights Across Franklin County
A grateful note thanks numerous volunteers and groups for a successful Veterans Day parade, noting 35 more units than 1994 and strong support from VFW Ottawa National Guard and local bands. Awards by Hasty Enterprises, float and emcee details, and donations for the memorial wall are acknowledged along with thanks to city employees and local media.
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Gary Bateman
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City of Ottawa
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The
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Sherry
Reader Forum Submissions Open for Signed Letters
Readers are invited to send hand signed letters up to 500 words. Include the author’s address and telephone number for verification. Submissions express personal opinions and must adhere to the space and format guidelines of the forum.
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