08 Dec 1976
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1976
Page
1
Transportation Secretary William Coleman opposed making air bags standard, arguing the public would reject the concept. The piece argues seat belts and shoulder harnesses were forced, facing pushback, and urges better selling by government and carmakers before broadly promoting airbags voluntarily.
A state insurance regulator lets Kansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield raise rates by 12.8 million for 1977 after cutting 5.4 million from the initial request. In Topeka the Kansas Corporation Commission trims Kansas Power and Light Co. rate hike by 13.9 million from 31.4 million. The piece argues regulation costs consumers more in the long run through expenses to comply, file, and appear before agencies.
Mrs SM asks why she has low sexual desire at 25 and is satisfied with intercourse only once or twice a month. She notes her husband would like more frequent intimacy, but she lacks desire. She seeks advice on possible causes and treatments to improve her libido and activity.
A reader column discusses sex as part of marriage, noting it is not the sole focus and that non-sexual affection matters. It covers patient questions on bad breath, fleas on dogs, phimosis, diverticulosis, alcohol, and diet, with medical guidance from Dr Thosteson and dietary advice on bulk to manage diverticulosis. The piece ends with a prayer and reflection on God’s strength.
Carter faces the likelihood of proposing a quick tax cut or increased spending to spur growth. Advisors at transition HQ say tax cuts would be part of any stimulus package, with focus on aiding lower income groups. Carter warns he has not decided and will finalize after the new year.
AP Farm Writer BON KENDALL reports the Soviet Union cut foreign grain imports sharply after a record harvest. For Oct-Dec 1975 the USSR bought about 3.1 million metric tons from all sources, far below early-year levels, with total 1975-76 imports across nations totaling over 26 million tons.
President-elect Carter faces a divided view on tax relief as econometric models independent analysts and major banks weigh options. Support ranges across economic sectors with AFL-CIO delaying full backing until precise proposals emerge. Citibank's Economic Week favors a rebate up to 15 billion dollars.
TV listings across channels are detailed with programs such as My Three Sons Sesame Street Zoom and The Brady Bunch, interwoven with news and specials. The article includes a long editorial discussion on tax cuts, economic goals, and opinions from Carter administration supporters and opponents, noting perspectives from AFL-CIO and economists.
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