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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 2001
Page
1
Ottawa Jaycees host a haunted forest hayrack ride at Forest Park from 7 to 11 p.m. Citizens are invited to join the seasonal event featuring a guided ride through illuminated displays and spooky scenes hosted by local organizers. Proceeds support community projects.
New York markets tumble after grim economic reports and weak earnings. Dow falls 120.41 to 9225.41, Nasdaq drops 35.22 to 1696.32, S&P down 14.61 to 1070.59 as durable goods orders plunge for September, signaling continued strain on manufacturing and job losses since 2000. Local quotes list several firms and grain prices in Ottawa and Franklin County areas.
The CIA seeks graduates with international background and language skills, targeting Harvard Johns Hopkins Columbia and other campuses. After 9 11 applications surged from 500 600 weekly to daily levels as the agency touts careers in both intelligence analysis and operations while stressing strict background checks and a lengthy clearance period.
Rep. Jane Baker 56 says brain injuries from a 2000 SUV crash impair reading and conversations, yet plans a re election. Her attorney notes she relies on extra staff in the legislature, while Baker remains employed in public service. In a separate note, a distraught mother sends ashes to Sallie Mae over student loan discharge amid an anthrax scare.
AccuWeather reports a cold gusty wind triggering snow showers and squalls downwind of the Great Lakes tomorrow. The Southeast sees chill despite sun, while a cold front brings some rain to western Washington. Elsewhere, conditions remain tranquil with varied wind and temperature ranges.
Ad briefs announce a Halloween party at Cheyenne Country on Saturday October 27 with a costume contest at 11 pm offering a top prize of 100 dollars. The Statue of Liberty birthday ceremony occurs annually on October 28 to mark the monument’s dedication. she will be 115, located on Liberty Island, New York. Veterans Day falls on November 11. Trails End Steakhouse, formerly Finishing Steakhouse, operates Tue–Thu 4:30–10:00 pm Fri–Sat 4:90–10:30 pm and Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm with Seafood Butter served first and third Friday at 2456 Old Hwy. 50 Ottawa.
The Nickel son 45th anniversary listing for Wednesday incorrectly named Mary Beth Thompson’s husband. The correct spouse is Bob Thompson, replacing the prior erroneous entry.
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