14 Apr 1969
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1969
Page
1
The Ottawa Herald's Page Two editorial for Monday April 14 1969 presents opinion on local affairs and national issues of the day. It reflects the paper's voice with concise arguments and calls for attention to civic matters.
Ottawa needs a second Marais des Cygnes bridge and safer crossing to Orls Cox Field as Highway K-68 relocation boosts traffic. The Herald notes no safe route for pedestrians and cyclists, with seasonal field use increasing risk. State surveys promised. signs and speed limits may help but an overpass remains costly yet essential for child safety.
A compact reflection traces cigarette use from early 20th century campaigns by women’s groups to curb smoking through wartime gains and rising ads. It notes Surgeon General findings in 1964, a temporary dip, then a renewed growth trend, and a current 1.7 percent per capita decline. The piece surveys public attitudes, anti-smoking ads, and fears of new habits replacing cigarettes.
A collection of observations and trivia notes from Hal Boyle including rising numbers of women in medicine from 4.5 to 7.5 percent between 1930 and 1967, moon talk, lunar temperatures, a Colbert taxation quote, a Bana Wants earth flood thought experiment, Washington’s shortest inaugural address, Mencken quip on ghostly remembrance, ancient sewing needles, energy waste in Los Angeles, and safety study findings on natural causes in car deaths, ending with Twain on virtue and money.
Dear Dr Thesteson asks about new non dairy cream substitutes and their fat impact for a person advised to limit fats. The doctor replies that there is no simple yes or no and notes decisions grow more complex as the world changes.
The piece analyzes calories and fats in cream versus substitutes, noting half and half, light and heavy creams, and calorie counts per teaspoon. It discusses unsaturated fats from substitutes, lactose content, and cautions for diabetics, plus reader questions on sun lamps and abnormal menstrual heavy flow with medical guidance.
Secretary Clifford M. Hardin told the Dodge City Dairy Globe that a future wheat program should balance supply and demand and that no decision has been made. He discussed bushel allotments, export certificates, and the need to consider farmer reaction and international markets while aiming to boost exports of wheat and other farm commodities.
Hollywood AP reports the 41st Academy Awards in Los Angeles in a music center with director Gower Champion tightening the show. Ten stars will announce winners, no host, no overture, and 26 awards across 26 categories, with a two hour telecast on ABC starting at 10 p.m. EST.
Auld Lang Syne notes that the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce sponsored a dance called Spring Time Jamboree at the Youth Center last night, with an estimated 110 youngsters in attendance. Also, a Kansas delegation in Washington is highlighted as a leader in the nationwide probation fight.
A devotional prayer asks God to help believers love others and value each individual’s worth. It emphasizes recognizing Thy love at work in the world and ends with the doxology in Jesus name.
A dense listing of TV time slots and programs across channels from early evening to post midnight. It catalogs News Weather Sports cinema and serials including Flintstones I Spy Batman Laredo and The Untouchables with guests and show blocks throughout the night.
Ottawa Herald lists delivery details from 104 S Cedar with daily publication excluding Sundays and holidays. It sets trade area rates at 1 month 1.00 3 months 3.00 6 months 6.50 12 months 10.00 and outside trade area rates at 1 month 1.50 3 months 4.25 6 months 8.00 12 months 15.00 while noting Associated Press rights for local news and dispatches.
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