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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1968
Page
1
Saturday Notebook reflects on Apollo 8 landings in the Pacific and praises modern navigation. It recalls old methods using stars and charts, a 50 year mariner tutor, foggy Pacific voyages, and a shift to radio beams and computer guidance enabling precise courses.
In a sweeping reflection the author notes Lyndon Johnson will leave the White House with little public regret despite strong economic gains and a booming gross national product. The piece cites Vietnam policy and strained press relations as key factors in his waning popularity while praising him as a genial Texan in small-group moments.
A dense OCR log lists daytime and evening programming across networks including Romper Room Wrestling Blue-Gray Sun Bowl and movie slots. It catalogs show titles such as Written On The Wind Killer Ape Pocketful Of Miracles Hogan's Heroes Bonanza and many news sports and public affairs blocks.
New York AP reports rates for short term Treasury bills and bankers' acceptances rose to record levels as the Fed's discount rate and prime rate increased. Economists anticipate money tightening without a full credit crunch like 1966, with potential impacts on home sales corporate financing and unemployment.
An 8 year old has received two daily insulin injections since age three. Arms and legs show hollowing under the skin with hard lumps forming. The letter asks how to prevent lipo-atrophy and notes the condition is termed insulin lipo-atrophy.
Detailed patient letter discusses insulin related lumps changes in injection site and approaches to avoid them. Advice includes room temperature insulin, deeper injections with longer needles, stronger or alternative insulin types, pork sourced varieties, rotating injection sites, and prompt action if lumps appear. A second reader question about persistent nail fungus is answered with emphasis on ongoing medical follow up and recurrence risk.
AP Special Correspondent William L. Ryan analyzes Red China’s seventh nuclear test since 1964 and the possible impact on U S policy under Nixon. The piece discusses China's rapid missile program, cultural upheavals, and potential shifts in East West relations and arms buildup. It considers how a strengthened China could pressure both Washington and Moscow while prompting dialogue with Beijing.
The First Christian Church at Iola burned after Sunday services, with losses estimated at $50,000. Also 50 years ago thawing conditions made Marais des Cygnes ice unsafe for skating.
A brief religious reflection noting divine deliverance for the godly and judgment for the unjust, followed by a prayer thanking God for Christian homes and asking His presence in households worldwide in Christ’s name.
Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates for trade area and outside trade area with monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and yearly options. The paper notes exclusive AP news use and identifies Robert B. Wellington as editor and publisher.
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