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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1975
Page
1
The editorial links labor and crime in the Jimmy Hoffa disappearance. It cites a secret meeting, slow family reporting, a guard and adopted son going underground, pension fund tapping, a planned Mafia meeting, and possible union officer involvement. A grand jury may investigate. The piece condemns dues supporting such figures.
After two Miami women were killed, police urged extreme caution toward strangers offering tire repairs in shopping centers. A detective advised wives to inspect their cars before driving, checking back seats and nearby cars for danger. The killer allegedly flats tires to lure victims into his car. The piece notes rural America should still value its quality of life.
A reader asks about non surgical correction for protruding ears and Dr Thosteson outlines standard ear pinning with local anesthesia, noting psychological factors may justify earlier treatment. He also explains rosacea causes, triggers, and treatment strategies, and identifies scoliosis as a potential spine issue needing orthopedist care with posture, exercise, and possible back brace.
Cedar Daily publishes from Ottawa Kansas with Wellington as editor and publisher. Subscription rates inside the trade area by mail include one month 1.96, three months 5.36, six months 9.37, one year 17.38. outside trade area 2.78 for one month, 7.00 for three months, 13.29 for six months, 24.46 for one year. Out of state deductions apply a 3 percent sales tax. The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to local news and AP dispatches.
Washington AP reports palm oil production, led by Malaysia, grows rapidly since 1967. By 1980 world palm oil trade is expected to double, potentially transforming U.S. oils economy. African oil palm trees yield two tons per acre, far surpassing peanuts and cottonseed.
New York AP profile notes Frank Gifford in ABC's NFL Monday Night Football booth. Once an USC All-American and Giants star he considered acting in college and even had small film parts before turning to sportscasting.
A dense listing of television time blocks and program lineups spans multiple networks and days, detailing shows such as Truth or Consequences, Sesame Street, The Beverly Hillbillies, Hogan's Heroes, and MASH. The items reflect era programming and include sports and news segments along with film and variety slots.
Kansas Senate Republicans plan a secret Aug 21 ballot to choose a new president. Bob Storey touts finance skill and political tact, while Ross Doyen and Norman Gaar are dissenting rivals. Storey champions reform while courting Governor Bennett, but critics question ethics and motives.
In Racine Wisconsin the Wisconsin Agriculturist poll shows farmers largely oppose adopting the metric system. Only 17 percent favor adoption while 63 percent oppose and 20 percent are undecided.
A notice invites readers to an informal discussion Sundays at 8:00 p.m. at 1115 North Main in Ottawa. It references spiritual themes and calls readers to hasten toward a perceived revelation, providing a contact phone number (913) 242-7039.
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