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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1979
Page
1
Editorial notes two Kansas districts face extra costs to meet federal accessibility standards. Ottawa area junior high and a central state grade school could spend 95 000 and 13 000 respectively, despite no handicapped students. June 1980 compliance deadline looms, benefiting contractors and burdening taxpayers.
The top safety official Joan Claybrook of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warns of epidemic highway fatalities. She cites a 16 percent early 1979 increase from the year before, noting over 50,000 deaths last year and blame on speed and helmet law opposition. Strong actions like tighter licensing, stricter speed enforcement, and safety education are urged, with concern federal action could shift enforcement from states.
A cluttered listing previews tonight's programs spanning opera and film. Notable items include Nathaniel Rosen and the Thai jewelry competition, Don Quixote performances, a King and Four Queens feature, a Love For Ransom movie plot, and Dick Cavett's guest Jonathan.
A reader asks Dr Ruble about urinary leakage when coughing or sneezing. A doctor linked it to an enlarged uterus pressing on the bladder, suggesting exercises or corrective surgery. At 51 near menopause with three children, the patient seeks further guidance beyond exercises.
Medical letters discuss stress incontinence, possible uterus-related causes, and potential outcomes after menopause. Emphasizes Kegel exercises, urologist evaluation, and considering surgery if non surgical options fail. Also covers gentian violet uses, burning feet causes, knee cartilage surgery decisions, and corn oil cholesterol lack.
AP Television writer Peter J Boyer weighs NBC plans if Johnny Carson leaves Tonight He questions timing and potential effects on viewers, productivity, and NBCs brand, suggesting a chimp host as a humorous workaround to keep the show going without Carson.
Postmen bring petitions from state legislatures urging Congress to act on a balanced federal budget, Amtrak service, meal subsidies for the elderly, and fisheries conservation. North Dakota calls for rejecting mandatory metric conversion while Idaho seeks a new look at the Snake River dam. California asks for US Mexico talks on anchovy limits. Massachusetts and Arizona urge steps to preserve passenger trains. Michigan seeks $93,483 restored for elderly meals.
The Ottawa Herald lists daily newspaper rates with multiple plans. In area rates cover Ottawa and surrounding towns by carrier, mail rates differ by duration, and out of state subscribers face a reduced sales tax. Wellington is named as editor and publisher.
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