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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1978
Page
1
Editorial notes appear on Page Two of the Ottawa Herald for Friday December 22 1978 offering commentary on local affairs and wider concerns. The page reflects the era's voice and editorial stance with opinions on community issues.
Southwestern Bell asks the Kansas Corporation Commission for an additional 33.3 million in revenue over two years to cover inflation, expand services, and secure fair returns. The ECC faces pressure to keep rates low amid inflation and upcoming political shifts while non regulated equipment rivals and in-house systems cut Bell rental income.
The Johnson County Board of Commissioners passed a uniform building code for all unincorporated areas. The resolution would apply the 1976 code to construction, plumbing and mechanics, establish county inspections, form a board of appeals, and provide for county issued permits. Proponents cite elimination of substandard work, orderly growth, and buyer protection.
A scrambled listing of holiday and variety programs across network and local channels. Items include John Davidson Christmas Show with Harvey Korman and Linda Lavin, Washington Week in Review, Jagged Talk shows, The Rockford Files plotlines, and Masterpiece Theatre drama. Programs feature guests like James Coen, Lee Kuan Yew, Willard Espy, Tony Randall, Paul McCartney, Rita Coolidge, and Mary Tyler Moore among others.
Horton Presley writes from Mei Foo Hong Kong where about half the population is under 25. He describes podiums above streets with fountains and signs against dogs and bikes as children play on skateboards and tricycles. He notes strong traditional family values, rising toy costs, school tuition, uniforms, and debates among Hong Kong Baptist students about balancing heritage with more personal choice. Children symbolize hope for Hong Kong’s future.
AP writer notes Bob Hope presents The Bob Hope All-Star Christmas Show with Red Skelton Dionne Warwick Andy Gibb and Dolores Hope. The piece highlights Hope’s enduring holiday role, cross country locations and reliance on ratings to sustain the tradition despite changing media tastes.
Dear Doctor answers on osteoporosis and dowager’s hump noting bone loss during menopause weakens spine and back muscles. Brace not helpful for correction but may ease pain. emphasis on calcium and protein, daily milk, activity, and possible gland issues. Also covers neck lump safety, bruxism tension, first period fertility, and a Bob Hope TV note with Christmas line.
Members of the Associated Press hold exclusive rights to publish all local news printed in the newspaper as well as AP dispatches. The notice asserts AP ownership of the news content and prohibits reproduction without permission.
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