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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1975
Page
1
Page Two Editorial surveys federal testimony on violence in schools with 70,000 teachers attacked, teachers armed for self defense, and billions spent on repairs and security. It warns that Congress may impose nationwide security mandates, while noting problems vary by district.
The author argues drug problems and racial tensions spill into schools where people gather. Bricking windows arming teachers and guards only address symptoms. Deeper issues lie in homes and parental neglect, demanding better discipline from early grades and holding parents accountable.
Kansas Attorney General ruled newsmen have no right to inspect in house Highway Department files unless the records are required by law to be kept. Rep Lawing asked about right of access, Curt Schneider said open records laws do not apply. Public officials must not hide files as secrecy erodes trust and accountability.
A reader, 35, reports years of severe menstrual pain causing bed rest during the first days of her period. She describes a long history of relief in adolescence but worsening in recent years, seeking medical guidance.
Readers submit questions on health issues including abnormal bleeding and anemia to Dr. Thosteson. Answers cover endometriosis, pelvic exams, sinus irritation from smoking, deviated septum, and gall bladder visualization with X rays, plus a brief prayer fragment.
Washington AP reports that March retail prices for a market basket of farm produce fell by $9 year over year, marking the first dip since July. Despite relief for shoppers, officials warn cattle and hog prices may push beef and pork costs higher, influenced by 1975 harvests and the economy. The USDA will reappraise 1975 prices on May 8. consumer costs averaged $1,821 annually for a 3.2 person household, while farmers received $714.
W L Ryan argues that calls in Paris and Washington to implement the 1973 Paris accords on Vietnam are a hollow move. He notes the PRG in Paris seeks negotiations while North Vietnam dominates, and predicts any accord would reflect Hanoi’s terms and likely recognize a unified Vietnam under Hanoi’s control.
New York AP report notes doubts about the hastily passed 5 percent tax credit on new homes begun before March 26. Morgan Guaranty Trust warns it may delay recovery in a weak market. Art Leitch of the National Association of Realtors cites the exclusion of resale homes and the uneven benefit tied to capital gains on old homes.
A dense grid of TV programs lists hour by hour shows across channels. Names include Truth or Consequences Sesame Street Star Trek Beverly Hillbillies Hogan's Heroes and The Waltons, with movies, news, weather, and talk segments interwoven.
New York AP reports that unusually active local TV publicity and programming in May may reflect a four week ratings sweep by Nielsen and Arbitron in over 200 markets. Sweeps influence local spot ad pricing while national surveys tally weekly viewing by 1,200 U.S. families.
Ottawa Herald lists daily publication with rates for trade area and out of area by mail. Rates include one month to one year options with prices cited. a 3 percent sales tax note applies for out of state subscriptions. The paper is edited by Robert G Wellington and is a member of the Associated Press.
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