Ottawa cable plans prompt public input on channels
The Ottawa Star urges TCI Telecommunications to widen channel options and survey viewers to learn what Ottawans want. It suggests the city commission influence the franchise to improve public relations and considers a city-led survey if TCI resists. Reporter Jim Hitch signs off.
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Kansas City Royals
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Herald
Jim Hitch
Oppose the Mexican free-trade treaty in November
A speaker argues against the Mexico free trade agreement connecting global corporations to Mexican labor. They warn of 150000 potential job losses, claim exports will not raise jobs, and urge voters to protect American workers and farms while criticizing political influence by Mexican officials and big banks.
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Lynn Mantin
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Heck
America
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Rio Grande Area
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Senate
Hometown tour spurs housing discussion in Clinton and Ottawa
Ottawa leaders toured Clinton to study housing. Meadowlake project near Clinton blends golf course living with phased development. Prices range 87,500 to 300,000 with a 35 dollar monthly HOA. Clinton plans contrast with Ottawa Rockwood Acres Orchard Heights Willow Acres.
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Jim Hitch
Clinton
Ottawa
Truman Reservoir
Meadowlake
Kent Cable
Cable
Rockwood Acres
Orchard Heights
Willow Acres
Talent Show Praises at Municipal Auditorium
Letter praising the Municipal Auditorium talent show last Saturday night and the community's fine talent while noting insufficient coverage of second-place Alan Cunningham. Voter sentiment and financial mood comments follow amid election hoopla and sports chatter.
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The
Ottawa Herald
Alan Cunningham
Its Your Bob Day and Community Message at Ottawa High
A reader narrates Ottawa High alumni success and argues for reconsideration of a local baseball decision. The letter criticizes Dan Quayle and Murphy Brown debates, praises sports for youth development, and requests pet owner accountability, inviting further community input via a scheduled call line with limited hours.
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Ottawa High
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