Ottawa Antique Gas Engine Show and Fort Scott Encampment
The first annual Ottawa Antique Gas Engine and Tractor Show runs today through Sunday at the Franklin County Fairgrounds with engines, tractors, a flea market, and a Parade of Power at 1 p.m. Saturday. admission four dollars, parking free. The Mexican War Encampment occurs Saturday and Sunday at Fort Scott National Historic Site with drills, rallies, demos, and a seminar "1845: Prelude to Conflict." Information: (316) 223-0310.
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Elders Transportation Program Offers Rides Across Area
The program provides rides from Lane and Rantoul to Osawatomie with Pomona on Mondays and Thursdays Rantoul on Thursdays Princeton on Tuesdays and Fridays Wellsville on Wednesdays Williamsburg on Fridays Centropolis on the third Wednesday Ottawans may use the service. Randel notes 8 riders max or 1 2 on some runs. Arrangements must be 24 hours in advance by calling 242-7440 or 242-4414.
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Weather Outlook With Mild Showers Ahead
Tonight mostly clear with a low around 50 and a light northeast wind. Sunday and Monday will be cool with a slight chance of showers west. Lows in the 50s and highs in the lower to mid 70s. Tuesday looks mild with statewide showers and thunderstorms possible. Lows in the 50s and highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s.
Students study Ottawa cemetery names for heritage clues
American Studies students trek to Hope Cemetery to catalog unusual names like Huldacastle. Olsen notes no clear heritage pattern yet as teams research at the Ottawa Library and prepare oral presentations for Monday. The exercise, tied to field trips and history English fusion, is project based under Geiss and Ecroyd.
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Renaissance program offers incentives for OHS students
The Renaissance plan awards Gold, Red, and Orange cards based on GPA and conduct, with prizes like a $25 Big Bugs Award for top grade improvement each six weeks. The program also shifts the annual academic assembly to night, featuring awards, NHS inductees, and student performances, aided by community sponsors and a new Evening of Excellence.
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Kuntz
Packwood resigns as ethics probes end bitter Senate saga
Sen. Bob Packwood announced he would resign after an ethics panel recommended expulsion, ending nearly three years of sexual and official misconduct allegations. Senate leaders expect a 30 to 60 day transition as Packwood may remain nominally to finish business and vote for Oregon. Colleagues voiced grief and mixed judgments about the severity of the ruling.
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Lenexan named to Kansas Court of Appeals judge
Gov. Bill Graves appoints Christel E. Marquardt of Lenexa as judge on the Kansas Court of Appeals. A 60 year old private practitioner since 1974, she is partner at Marquardt and Associates in Fairway and a Washburn University Law School graduate. The vacancy comes after Mary Beck Briscoe’s appointment to the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
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Aerobics Class and Household Hazardous Waste Notice
Aerobics meets Mon Wed and Fri at 8 30 to 9 30 a m fuel Meth Gym from Sept 11 to Apr 2 step charged 30 dollars contact Debbie Simmons at 242 3877 Deposit Household Hazardous Waste at FR GO HHW Facility weekdays 7 a m to 1 p m contact 242 1176 Planning Commission Special Study Session at 6 p m on Sept 13
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Lake Garnett Cruisers fifth annual show slated at courthouse lawn
The Lake Garnett Cruisers host their fifth annual auto show on September 23 starting at 8 am with registration. Activities include a poker walk, crazy tractor relay, motor blow, 1950s costume contest, model car contest and prize drawings. Top 75 cars receive recognition at 4 pm with 92 awards overall and special awards for Best Chevy, Best Ford, Best Original Car, The Mayor's Choice, Best Custom Truck and more. The event may top a previous exhibitor high of 179.
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Arnett
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Anderson County
Accountants Move Downstairs in Local Firm Remodel
Agler and Gaeddert, accountants at 234% S. Main, plan a fall move to offices on the building’s lower level. Remodeling the first floor aims to improve accessibility and may free more space than the current second floor. The move should occur before the new year.
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Main Street
Ottawa Herald publishes aging Editor Ivangirector rates list
The Ottawa Herald prints its subscription price schedule effective October 1, 1994 for Ottawa and surrounding areas. Rates cover carrier, motor route, and mail options with varying monthly and multi month terms and state tax included. Mail-out and out-of-state options list higher rates, all in advance.
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