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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1982
Page
7
Olathe South high school football defeated OHS in a decisive matchup. The game showcased strong offense and solid defense from the visitors, producing a clear local sports headline for Page 3.
Ottawa residents rally at Faith Lutheran Church to cover medical bills for 71-year-old Vi Oakes. The Aid Association for Lutherans matches funds raised amounting to at least 920 dollars from sales, bake sales, and a Kiwanis dinner, with an Oktoberfest meal aiming to bring in 700 more. About 230 attendees shared bratwurst, German potato salad, and sauerkraut, while Pastor Zimmerman lauded the giving spirit that defines their faith.
State government saved nearly 64 million dollars in the last fiscal year due to management improvements since Gov. John Carlin took office. Patrick Hurley cited Bennett study recommendations, noting 101 of 119 were implemented and projecting multi-year savings. He defended Carlin against Republican claims of ignoring the study and announced additional practices beyond Bennett. In Holton, State Sen. John E. Chandler, 67, died of a heart attack while mowing his lawn. he owned the Holton Recorder and held multiple journalism and civic posts.
The City of Ottawa completed a final inspection and formally accepted the new Utilities Warehouse on Beech Street. Utilities Director Jack Davis said the move will unfold gradually through the winter, as punch lists are completed, with a goal to computerize inventory and link a terminal to City Hall. Rollie Hashman will shift to inventory control in the new building. one warehouseman and a secretary are to be hired. A modern automated telephone system will be installed citywide from the start.
KDOT plans demolish and reconstruct the Main Street bridge over the Marais des Cygnes River around August 1984, with an estimated cost of 2.5 million. The city also discusses Seventh Street widening, US-59 overpass bids, and phased Main Street improvements including drainage, storm sewers, and resurfacing.
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