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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1973
Page
1
In Kansas editorial pages Republicans are urged to take the offensive and resist bowing to scandals from Washington. Huck Boyd of Phillipsburg, a prominent Republican editor, voices strong national influence and questions whether the push is for morale or a broader purpose.
The piece notes two announced Republican candidates for Kansas governor, a Wichita minister and a Kansas State professor, with Lt. Gov. Dave Owen expressing disillusionment. It hints Huck may be considering a bid, which could satisfy party faithful and unite factions.
Fresh interest in lobbyist activities at the Kansas Legislature grows as parties contest reform leadership. The Kansas Association of Commerce and Industry warns that new laws may require detailed income and expenditure disclosure by lobbyists. The Coffeyville Journal notes unions could be affected and argues greater disclosure benefits public knowledge.
A reader writes to Dr Thosteson about trying many diets with little success, reporting repeated weight regain and seeking guidance on sustainable, effective changes. The note reflects frustration with dieting cycles and asks for advice.
Readers discuss a drastic operation that rearranges the intestinal tract to absorb fewer calories and lose weight. The adviser stresses calories, diet, and activity as the proven path, warns of major surgery costs and ongoing vitamin checks, and urges learning lasting eating habits to avoid regain. A separate note answers dangers of swinging a toddler by the arms and ends with a prayer.
Washington AP reports USDA will release a survey detailing hog and pig inventories as of December 1 and intentions for spring farrowings. Experts say corn belt producers will not boost births in the near term due to high feed costs despite rising hog prices.
The average mortgage for a new single family home last month was 8.36 percent for 26.1 years on a $28,800 loan, 75.3 percent of a $38,900 price. Rates rose as down payments grew and prices climbed, with lenders offering long maturities and high loan-to-price ratios. Despite tougher terms, thousands will buy next year due to need or hope, as signs point to possible easing if thrift funds resume and incomes stay healthy.
TV schedule from Ottawa Kansas lists stations and programs from News to Weather and Editorial. Notable entries include Sesame Street Mister Rogers Truth Or Consequences Hogan's Heroes World News Tonight and Beverly Hillbillies with varied time blocks and multiple ads. Includes subscription prices and Associated Press statement at end.
New York AP reports Suzanne Clauser, an Ohio housewife from Yellow Springs near Dayton, sold her first TV script to NBC Bonanza. She has since written about 25 scripts and a made for TV movie Pioneer Woman for ABC TV. She learned scripting while studying under Rod Serling at Antioch College.
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