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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1973
Page
1
Ottawa editorial notes Congress debates raising the minimum wage with pressure from unions pushing toward 2.20 per hour while some favor 1.80 to 2. Unemployment is at a multiyear low but will shift as summer students enter the market and the administration seeks to place the unemployed in work.
The piece argues that raising the minimum wage in 1973 would hurt smaller businesses by increasing labor costs, reduce summer hiring and lower paid workers, raise unemployment and welfare roles, and push prices higher for all, including those unable to find work.
A Pennsylvania study finds 357 highway deaths from crashes with fixed objects versus 290 from other cars. An insurance executive condemns roadside traps, while the DOT proposes fixes on the 34500 mile Interstate system. The piece questions whether engineering changes will cut the toll as driver and vehicle flaws loom large. The column also notes a visiting military figure in Kansas criticizing Vietnam War policy and cautions against renewed U.S. involvement amid Watergate and economic woes.
An 82 year old, living alone with no living relatives, asks for advance arrangements for special service in case of emergency. The message requests guidance and a plan to ensure prompt help and safety support.
Advice on arranging emergency coverage when a company doctor is unavailable. Suggests carrying a card with key contacts, arranging daily check ins, and using social service programs like Well-Being Service for the Aging. Includes reader questions about hair removal and blood pressure with brief guidance from Dr Thosteson.
A dense broadcast slate listing diverse programs across channels with soap operas, news, game shows, sports, and feature films. The log notes numerous series names such as Sesame Street, The Partridge Family, Bonanza, plus major news blocks and late-night movies, reflecting a full weekly television lineup.
New figures show private pension assets at least 137 billion dollars with 30 million workers covered and 4.7 million receiving annual benefits. Proposals from Javits Williams, Dent, and Nixon aim to define vesting rules from 8 to 15 years, 10 years, or a 50 rule with gradual increases, while a July 31 federal regulation requires clear plan disclosures to workers.
Washington AP says a strong responsive credit system will be needed as American farmers seize full production and expanding world markets. Under secretary J Phil Campbell notes freeing farmer credit raises demand while Federal Intermediate Credit Banks and Production Credit Associations mark milestones.
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