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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1977
Page
1
Page Two Editorial reflects on city affairs and social issues with a 1977 perspective. Commentary from staff analyzes local politics, cultural trends, and community concerns in December.
The conference committee removed a $250 college tuition tax credit from the Social Security bill after weeks of delay. The idea had resurfaced before but was deemed irrelevant to Social Security, highlighting ongoing disputes over middle income tax burdens and broader tax reform needs.
Preliminary findings on the Concorde noise problem indicate the jet is quieter than some subsonic aircraft during 23 New York landings and takeoffs. The FAA notes the initial report suggests a qualified success as routes expand and rates align, while critics who blocked development are mentioned in hindsight.
A 62 year old patient writes to Dr. Thesteson reporting prior angina attack two years ago and ongoing care. He notes satisfactory checkups including blood pressure tests and ECGs as part of his treatment.
Reader asks if retirement move to a high elevation is wise given heart disease risk. Dr Thosteson notes symptoms like dizziness and angina worsen at altitude. advises lower altitude if possible and warns about exercise stress. Also includes brief patient questions on vulvar pimple, blood in stool, laxatives and hair loss from tight hairstyles with concise expert replies.
A spry NBC special follows Jewish workers who cover regular Christian jobs for one Christmas Eve night. The tale, light and well paced, offers a festive, humorous glimpse into holiday sharing.
U S officials say the Soviet Union will buy no more than 15 million metric tons of U S grain for the 1977 78 year ending Sept 30, with early forecasts hovering around 10 million tons of corn and 5 million of wheat. The year’s harvest and private export reports support a total near 6 4 million tons so far for 77 78, while Soviet harvest estimates range around 194 195 million tons, creating a cautious outlook for further U S sales and price reactions.
AP analysis notes public discontent with corporate leaders citing high salaries and perks, alleged ethics breaches, pollution, and slow response to consumer complaints. It argues job creation metrics and investor views influence the negative perception despite reforms and progress in cleanup and governance.
TV Tonight features 7:00 programming across networks with Mac Davis and Marie, Hallmark Hall of Fame Christmas story, The Nutcracker ballet, Paul Williams concert, Washington Week, and Jokers Wild. Later: Street Week, Hollywood connections, national rodeo finals, The Rockford Files, Friday motion pictures, Quincy, Dick Cavett, Star Trek, Tonight Show, Escape from Fort Bravo, Carol Burnett, Avengers Forever, Fernwood, Midnight Special, Merv Griffin, Sergeant Bilko, Ironside, Groucho episodes.
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