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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1972
Page
2
Gov. Robert Docking promotes a by-pass route around eastern Lawrence linking US-59 to K-10 and US-24. The costly project would cost millions and seek state funds matched by federal dollars, timed ahead of the November election where a Lawrence businessman opposes him.
The piece notes politicians push highway promises in campaigning while voters respond to the familiar tune. It argues that actual accomplishments lag behind rhetoric and that highway planning should be handled beyond political pressures. Docking’s stance mirrors Morris Kay’s messaging, illustrating a broader pattern in election rhetoric.
Former attorney general Ramsey Clark returns from a North Vietnam tour and openly criticizes U S bombing. He claims dikes, anti personnel weapons, and city targets harm civilians, while acknowledging only a half truth by not visiting South Vietnamese cities or interviewing local leaders, and noting North Vietnamese invasions shaped actions.
Lady Birk of the Health Education Council argues that middle aged and overweight men need nagging to stay fit. She says wives should encourage better diets and regular exercise to avoid an early widowhood, while suggesting men can escape nagging by taking solitary walks or bike rides.
A mother asks if a family doctor would prescribe birth control pills for her 16 year old daughter to improve her complexion. The query seeks medical guidance on early contraception.
Reader questions about complexion pills and treatment are addressed by Dr Thosteson. Statements cover acne use of estrogen, alternatives for mild cases, and the need for medical evaluation rather than self treatment. Additional letters discuss varicose veins after IUD, child overweight due to salt, and amennorhea potential causes with supportive prayer.
A dense listing of television programming across Friday and Sunday nights includes News, Weather, and multiple cartoons and dramas. Notable entries feature Sesame Street, Hogan's Heroes, The High Chaparral, Wildcats, and CBS/NBC/ABC programming blocks with movies, sports, and specials. The schedule also lists Republican National Convention coverage and various religious and educational programs alongside classic series like Mister Rogers and Lassie.
Washington AP The Agriculture Department has issued a 5 page booklet titled Agricultural Trade of the People's Republic of China. It covers farm exports and imports over 45 years from the mid 1930s to 1950 break in relations. Cotton tobacco wheat and fruit led exports while tung oil silk and livestock products led imports. Prepared by the Economic Research Service USDA.
Miami Beach AP report says GOP is staging a tightly managed convention with a White House produced platform and minimal dissent. Administration aides attend platform hearings and rules meetings while liberal critics accuse the process of coronation style staging.
Hollywood AP reports Bill Cosby will star in two TV projects in 1972 73. He hosts CBS variety show on weeknights and voices Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids on Saturday mornings. A panel led by UCLA education expert Gordon Berry will review the cartoon scripts for impact on children.
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