15 Aug 1972
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1972
Page
1
Ottawa Herald discusses a suburban proposal to levy a city fee on new home sales to finance neighborhood parks. The plan envisions $300 to $500 per house based on lot size and house cost, drawing objections that buyers may avoid new neighborhoods and that park use is declining.
The speaker laments taxes hidden in mortgage driven purchase prices. He compares concealed taxes to income tax, calling them lucrative and covert. If taxes were paid openly yearly, he believes taxpayers would revolt, though such reform seems unlikely.
Nixon appears unbeatable for November while McGovern struggles to raise funds. A CIA bugging scandal linked to Republican treasury sources and Interior Department payments to a media consultant raise public doubt. The evolving Washington turmoil could influence voters as Nixon's grip tightens.
The Kansas Attorney General Vern Miller ruled that military residents on state reservations have the right to vote in all state elections. The question remains whether this extends to local elections such as county offices and city bonds. Officials anticipate continued confusion in November unless Miller provides clarifications on eligibility and board procedures.
A 53 year old reports regular periods and prolonged cervical prolapse causing bladder pressure. After several years of persistent symptoms and worsening condition, the doctor recommended surgical intervention to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life. The patient seeks expert guidance on treatment options.
Readers seek advice on hormone therapy after hysterectomy with ovaries intact and on managing hypoglycemia with diet or meds. Advice notes some women may not need hormones, explains that most hypoglycemia responds to diet, and suggests protein snacks before activities. An inquiry on abortion pills is answered: no pill exists for abortion. Agricultural report ends with ASCS 1972 income and export outlook.
State officials said material may aid speeches and newsletters. The current Excerpts report predicts net farm income this year to be a record, driven by higher livestock prices. It notes farm exports for the year ended June 30 reached a record $8 billion and highlights the recent Soviet U S trade pact.
The nation faces higher grocery bills in the election year as farmers, middlement, and retailers blame each other for rising food costs. Government data show beef, lettuce, and bread price breakdowns, with marketers earning about 60 cents of each food dollar while farmers gain modest increases. Secretary Earl L. Butz points to processing and distribution as the key area for study.
Hollywood AP report on the Bonanza season premiere Forever detailing Dan Blocker's death, Michael Landon directing, and a love story reworked to honor Blocker. It notes Landon's reflections, Bedelia as the Cartwright bride, and the bittersweet tone of the show.
Washington AP reports U S pasture and range conditions on August 1 were above average, but hay for winter feeding will be scarcer and costlier. USDA forecasts total hay production at 127.8 million tons, down 2 percent from 131.0 million a year ago, with alfalfa at 76.1 million and other types down about 5 percent to 51.7 million. Hay quality also varies and is lower in some major producing areas.
A detailed TV listing from Ottawa Kansas notes daily programs from 5:00 pm through 2:15 am with shows including Sesame Street Leave It To Beaver Hogan's Heroes Mister Rogers and The Tonight Show plus movies and special programs along with local weather news and subscription details.
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