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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1979
Page
7
Sunny and very mild Saturday with highs 55 to 60. Saturday night mostly cloudy and colder with lows in the teens. Snow possible Sunday with highs in the mid 20s. Winds from the southwest 10 to 20 mph Saturday, then colder conditions prevail.
Iranians report Iraqi forces attacked Shalamcheh border post with heavy artillery then withdrew. Tehran Radio says guards repelled infiltrators leaving casualties. amid hostages crisis, Khomeini derides US embargo efforts while Vance cites allied solidarity. The incident widens Iran Iraq tensions as world court decisions loom.
The Court of Appeals lets the government continue investigating Iranian students in the United States for visa validity while blocking immediate deportations. It tracks a lower court ruling that the effort singled out Iranians and awaits further hearings next Thursday to decide the program's legality. Imm officials resume interviews but will not deport until court decision.
Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi's health is worsening and doctors will examine him at Lackland Air Force Base to decide if more surgery is needed. Court papers note his cancer and prior gallbladder surgery, while militants hold 50 Americans abroad demanding his return.
The Senate votes 78 13 to accept a Byrd led compromise on a windfall profits tax likely totaling 178 billion dollars. The agreement ends a three day private negotiation phase and could pave Senate passage as soon as Saturday, with a 1 trillion dollar cost to consumers over the next decade due to policy linked price controls. The plan taxes increased production and newly discovered oil, aiming to curb oil imports and boost domestic output amid Carter era energy policy.
Kansas needs at least 35 million yearly for ten years beyond expected fuel and vehicle tax receipts to maintain the 9600 miles of primary highways. DOT planner McNeal called the program bare bones, noting it won’t fix curves or sight restrictions and offers minimal safety or energy benefits. Legislators voiced skepticism about securing funds.
George B. Pyle profiles Glenn Underwood owner of Underwood Equipment celebrating 25 years in the farm implement trade. Started in 1954 near Ottawa, he recounts tractor evolution from 38 horsepower to 130 with cab options costing up to 37,500. He notes farmers rely on dealers for growth and discusses estate planning for succession with his sons Gary and Doug. He cites Franklin County's support and pride in local agriculture.
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