21 Aug 1979
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1979
Page
1
The federal government has filed suit against Philadelphia Mayor Frank Rizzo and the city police department. The action, aimed at reforming the police, follows years of a tough-guy image and aggressive policing while warning that federal involvement may impact law enforcement nationwide.
Gasoline prices top a dollar as Carter's windfall profits tax moves through Congress. Industry leaders and lawmakers warn of rising costs while public anger grows. Regulators and inflation push fuel prices higher, with elections looming in 1980. Congress faces pressure to curb inflation and reduce regulations to ease costs.
A dense listing of TV programs for the evening features Happy Days with Potsie’s school troubles and a corrective Fonz plan, The Runaways with a psychologist helping a troubled teen, and a Tuesday movie night lineup including Mrs. R. Death Among Friends. Also listed are specials like The Low Moan Spectacular, The Dick Cavett Show guest rosters, and late-night programs across CBS ABC and NBC with classic films, talk shows, and satire.
A reader asks about estrogen pills after organ removal and cancer risk. Dr Donahue says estrogen mirrors natural body levels, uterus removal reduces risk, and long use is acceptable if no medical contraindications exist. Also debunks vitamin myths and explains vitiligo treatment options and accuracy of salt in well water with a softener.
Los Angeles AP report on NBC and the National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians. The 18 month extension was rejected by 60 percent, FMCS facilitated talks, NBC offered a three year extension with 25 percent wage increases, union to vote by mid September. failure could push negotiations to March 1980 when contracts expire.
The Ottawa Herald lists subscription pricing by mail and carrier, with rate differences for trade area and outside areas, plus a 3.5 percent sales tax for out of state subscribers. The notice also notes carrier and tax details and identifies Robert B. Wellington as editor and publisher.
House Republicans warn September fight over proposed limits on TV coverage of proceedings and restricting unrelated amendments. They call the moves retaliation for GOP obstruction of Carter energy bills. Democrats deny political motive as ONeill contemplates camera shutdown to curb grandstanding.
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