29 Apr 1976
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1976
Page
1
The piece argues rising public disenchantment with Congress stems from slow action and leadership changes. It notes large turnover in 1972 and 1974, predicts greater turnover by 1977 with many lawmakers not seeking re election due to job pressures and Washington life.
James Needham leaves the New York Stock Exchange chairman post with two years left in his five year term. William Batten, former J C Penney executive now tasked to sell and position the exchange as a key central market, must persuade investors regulators and members of its unique auction role. The board aims to prove the exchange offers the best prices by aggregating the largest stock pool in open trading while addressing debates over specialists and potential move to computer driven or dealer markets. Batten must steer the Big Board through calls for reform or risk loss of identity and relevance.
The administration backs the B-1 supersonic bomber with a projected cost surge. Initial 1969 estimates pegged 244 planes at 8.8 billion, but current requests rise to 21.4 billion plus about 80 billion for support gear. Defense experts warn the price boom risks funding other national needs.
A gymnast writes to Dr Thosteson detailing a lingering leg ligament pull from two months of gymnastics. The injury prevents performing the splits due to persistent pain and incomplete healing.
Reader asks about doing the splits for cheerleading and potential injuries. Expert cautions to seek exam if sore, avoid further splits until recovery, and emphasises gradual, supervised reconditioning to prevent ligament or groin injuries.
The Agriculture Department said the Soviet Union has ordered 3.4 million metric tons of grain including wheat and corn under a five year agreement with deliveries starting this fall. Continent Grain Co. reported selling two million tons with other firms involved. The sale is expected to pose little impact on consumer prices as export projections already counted the amount.
A dense OCR of TV listings shows channels and times for soaps, games, movies, and specials. Notable entries include Sesame Street Early Show Zoom Family Affair Brady Bunch Hogan's Heroes Truth or Consequences The Andy Griffith Show Beverly Hillbillies Welcome Back Kotter Gunsmoke Mary Hartman Band and Movie titles populate a large block of broadcast data.
Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates for trade area and out of area. Rates shown include monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual options with tax details and out of state tax deduction. press affiliation noted with Associated Press rights.
Aired by WGBH Boston, Dying follows Rev Bryant, Harriet, and Sally as they face terminal cancer with courage and faith. Filmed over two years, the 97 minute program uses no narration, presenting only the subjects’ own words and death dates.
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