05 Dec 1979
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1979
Page
1
The Ottawa Herald notes that higher car prices parallel rising protection costs as theft and organized crime expand into chop shops. A Senate committee studies enhanced laws to curb theft, even as new car prices may rise from added compliance.
The piece argues theft is a local issue best tackled by state and local courts. It notes increasing vehicle theft, calls for new lock devices and tracking of serial numbers on Hopalong Deluxe sedans, and critiques federal measures. It cites devices that lock steering when the key is removed but thieves have found countermeasures. It recalls horse theft penalties as a historical contrast.
A reader asks about sprue gluten induced enteropathy and related intestinal malabsorption. Dr Donahue explains forms including celiac disease and tropical sprue, dietary gluten avoidance, risk of malnutrition, and need for vitamin supplements.
The Social Security Advisory Council proposed taxing half of benefits, drawing strong opposition from Rep. Larry Winn who calls it double taxation. The speaker decries any new tax as wasteful and urges reducing government costs instead.
TV listings show Balanchine segment on Great Performances and a slate of films and news repeats. Programs include The Wild One 1954 and Love Story styled romance with stars Hopkins and Margret, plus local news and movie marathons.
J Peter Grace of W R Grace & Co argues U S incentives are inverted, urging firms and government to curb taxes on work and savings while reducing subsidies for nonwork. He cites energy policy, price supports, and rising deficits as factors dampening productivity, growth, and energy independence.
The CBS Hallmark Hall of Fame film portrays Mary Dobkin played by Jean Stapleton as a Baltimore slums resident who endures pain yet loves baseball and children. The true story tackles sentiment with strong character work and moving moments centered on community effort.
A nostalgic film review lauds Aunt Mary and the Dobkin Dynamites led by a devoted guardian Mary Stapleton. The piece highlights strong performances, restrained writing, and a sentimental yet redeeming storyline resembling Bad News Bears. It notes forgiveness themes and a hopeful, humane message.
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