18 Dec 1972
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1972
Page
1
The editorial critiques President Nixon for tough talk on taxpayer savings while his administration’s expenses surge. It notes that the cost of operating the President's office more than doubled in his first term, up from 31 million dollars annually, despite veto threats on social programs.
The piece contrasts rhetoric and policy as Words Vs Deeds cost 71 to 110 million dollars annually and Democrats challenge, while President defends growing military budgets. It notes Democratic Gov Robert Docking’s six year pattern of talking austerity as office costs and state budget rise, suggesting politicians act differently than they say.
A county tax bill explainer highlights how levies on each $1 000 valuation are divided among state, county, city, school district and other entities. It questions whether revenue sharing will ease local taxes and notes schools’ large shares vary by district, urging state aid or more Uncle Sam funds.
The piece notes the Academy praised The French Connection for its gritty realism in depicting a New York drug bust. It adds that in real life $16 million worth of heroin allegedly vanished from a police safe, predicting a shocking Hollywood sequel.
A 17 year old girl is diagnosed with a perforated eardrum by an ear specialist. Tests show some hearing loss in the affected ear. The ear frequently becomes infected and drains at times, though she experiences no pain. The suggested remedy is an operation.
A medical columnist answers questions about perforated eardrums and ear infection risks, noting surgery with a small tissue graft is common to prevent further damage. Anesthesia will prevent pain, and untreated perforations may worsen hearing and risk spread to the mastoid. The piece also discusses using bed wedges for hiatal hernia and a reader’s prayer at the end.
Mexico City faces a dog overpopulation crisis with stray numbers jumping from 300000 to 800000 over years. Health Ministry official warns that if no action is taken, the canine population could soon rival the human population in the capital.
The article outlines Vitamin A and D risks from excessive doses and FDA cautions. It notes limited evidence on long term massive vitamin effects, cites Linus Pauling’s vitamin C claims with skepticism, and discusses orthomolecular psychiatry. It emphasizes a balanced diet and warns of poor eating habits and poverty affecting Americans' nutrition.
The FDA warns excess intake of vitamins A and D can cause serious health issues. Vitamin A overdoses may retard growth in children and cause headaches and cracked skin, while vitamin D overdoses threaten high blood pressure, kidney failure, and death.
Washington AP report shows U S farm exports in the first four months of the current fiscal year totaling a record 2.98 billion dollars. Exports October set a one month record at 908 million with November and December expected to rebound barring transport or demand shocks. The Agriculture Department notes rising prices and volumes for grain and oilseeds as world demand grows, while 1972 world agricultural production edged down slightly due to adverse weather. Officials caution the 1973 outlook remains uncertain though demand for certain products like oilseeds and meat stays strong.
A lengthy daily Ottawa Kansas TV log lists programs from 5:00 p.m. through midnight with numerous shows across networks. It names Sesame Street, Leave It To Beaver, Gunsmoke, The Today Show, Bonanza, Star Trek, and many other series, movies, and news segments along with their broadcast times and channel tags. The notice ends with publishing details and Associated Press credit.
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