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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1981
Page
6
Ottawa Department of Public Safety launches the fourth annual boot block in downtown Ottawa on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers in fireman boots collect coins and bills for Muscular Dystrophy Association pledges. The event leads into the Jerry Lewis Telethon weekend beginning Sunday evening.
West Franklin USD shows a 5 percent drop in first day attendance from last year. Superintendent Nilson Kraushaar notes declines at three centers and slight gains at two others. Enrollment totals: Appanoose 131, Pomona Elementary 208, Williamsburg Elementary 162, Pomona High 147, Williamsburg High 86, district overall 734 vs 776 previously.
The Adult Education Center and Neosho County Community College offer several classes needing at least one more student. Enrollment continues through Friday for college credit options. Call 242-6719 for details on basic electronics biology gerontology woodworking drafting humanities tax photography IT accounting II and college algebra.
Milwaukee AP report quotes Reagan budget chief David Stockman addressing 13 state governors. He forecasts a bigger economy over five years as deficit and credit demand stabilize, cites temporary high rates as prudent while pledging continued block grants and targeted budget cuts impact. Conference focused on energy and capital formation.
In Topeka AP report, former professor Rodney Mitchell seeks 1.8 million against Emporia State University and four administrators. The case, in its 17th day of testimony, advances to jury deliberations after closing arguments. Mitchell alleges retaliation for civil rights complaints and loss of future earnings. defense argues the university acted within authority to maintain operations.
Jewelry at Pat's Carousel offers a large selection now half price. Mid America cheese store runs a special through September fifth, all eight yogurts three for one dollar, natural and Swiss styles west of North D.Q. Nancy's Sample Dress Shop advertises final summer looks in sizes seven to twenty at Leadbetter Mobile Homes office, Web and Thursday nine to five. Hairdresser seeks work on Mondays and two weeknights. call 242 6764 evenings. Young Place Kids Clothes promotes perpetual sale with ongoing markdowns, Ottawa location. Enroll for painting classes starting September eighth, ninth, or tenth, day and evening options, beginner to advanced, Turner's Tele Shop, West Fifteenth.
Jeffrey F. Denney, 19, formerly of Ottawa, had felony arson and burglary charges dismissed in District Court after the primary state witness did not show for a preliminary hearing. The June 28 fire at Mervin D. Roberts’s home caused major damage, with evidence of flammable liquids and multiple arson origins found. Firefighters noted missing guns from the Roberts residence. Denney was brought from Texas after a warrant and waived extradition.
Shelly Ruditi, 2, of 119 S. Cedar, was listed in fair condition after a home head injury Monday. She was taken by ambulance to Ransom Memorial Hospital and then airlifted to the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City as a DPS fire unit stood by. A family friend reportedly dropped the child. The couple has daughters Sarah, 4, and Erin, 2. Burtch succeeds George B. Pyle as city government reporter for the Daily News of Johnson County.
Bob Burtch, 31, joins the Herald as city and county government reporter. He comes from the Hays Daily News after two years covering county government. A University of Kansas graduate, he previously worked for El Dorado, Hutchinson, and Dodge City newspapers. His wife is Martha Peterson.
Optometrist Dr Greg Dulos has taken over Dr Dennis Smiths practice and now operates at 13025 Main in the former office. A KU and UH optometry graduate, Dulos previously practiced in Dallas and will continue eye health care along with eyeglasses and contact lenses. Dr Smith relocates to Dallas for ministry work.
Fort Scott city officials say an alleged assassination plot against 13 city officials and business readers is now treated as a fabrication unless a lie detector test or new evidence emerges. Inmate Louis Cotton, with a criminal record, provided the tale and underwent voice stress tests but refused a polygraph, leaving officials cautious about substantiation.
News brief notes that EXPLORER POST 2946 will meet at 7 30 p m Wednesday at the Department of Public Safety. rainfall in the Warden area totals 2 51 inches in August, below the 4 72 inch normal. year to date rainfall is 32 85 inches, well above the 26 63 inch normal. the previous year at this time totaled 19 45 inches.
Local listings show admissions including Kristina Hamilton Pomona Mrs Er vin Chambers Williamsburg Deborah Byron Wellsville RFD 2 Shelly Ruchti 1195 Cedar. dismissals Karl Johnson Pomona RFD 1 Shelly Ruciti 119 S Cedar. items of theft from Janice Reynolds Mary Cogdill and Raymond Cook. corrections on vandalism near Reeves Standard Service. arrests of Terry Priddy Leonard Barber for trespass. theft and sentencing details for multiple residents. traffic incident in Williamsburg. commodity quotes from Ottawa Co op and Kansas City market reports.
Ottawa Department of Public Safety arrested three youths aged 10 11 and 15 on burglary charges after two break-ins at Hubbard Lumber Company 726 King A weekend entry yielded 10 cases of soda candy a radio and a rifle. A prior Aug 23 burglary saw a small generator motor stolen. Total loss estimated at 500 with most items recovered.
Clifford Robert Olson, 41, of Coquitlam, was charged with first degree murder in the killings of nine children in British Columbia. He faces additional charges including rape and gross indecency, with two children still missing. The case is described as the worst mass murder in the province.
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