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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1981
Page
1
In a reflection on the Reagan assassination attempt, the Ottawa Herald argues for stricter handgun controls. The piece condemns free handgun sales and lobbying by riflemen and hunters, urging restrictions on sale, transportation, licensing, and registration of handguns.
Joan McCormally criticizes network coverage of Reagan assassination attempt praising Haig’s controlled response and administration spokesmen. She argues the star system and extended live coverage fueled speculation and errors, noting Rather’s misstatements and urging more measured reporting from press. The piece commends Dr. Dennis O’Leary's careful briefing and calls for restraint until facts are known.
Wichita faces a 20 percent rise in crime last year with Chief Richard LaMunyon predicting a similar jump ahead. He blames courts and the penal system, arguing most criminals avoid jail, while clashing with the state community corrections push toward probation and parole locally.
A scrambled TV guide fragment lists late night movie airings and talk shows. Mentions Mary Benjamin role, Dr Rose hospital, Portrait of a Tyrant, Night Gallery, Cavett Hill, The Jeffersons, McMillan and Wife, and Nightline among others with repeats and durations noted in a chaotic recap of 1970s to 80s programming.
Detroit Mutual Investment Club members have bought 197038 dollars of stocks, withdrawn 257643 and built a million-dollar portfolio. By 1986 the club could be worth 2.3 million with Moog, Trinity Industries and others leading gains. NATC cites amateurs can profit. club interest grows after past market confidence rebuilds.
Mrs. B asks about lifelong thyroid pills after goiter removal and possible dose changes with age. The doctor advises continued replacement, gradual adjustment, and close medical follow up to avoid rebound effects.
Ottawa Herald lists subscription prices for trade area and outside area, with mail and carrier options. Rates shown include monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual terms, plus sales tax handling and out of state deductions.
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