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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1981
Page
1
A federal judge in Oklahoma City ruled against a man who tried to interfere in a police investigation. The jury sided with the officer, and the judge awarded $12,000 in legal fees, labeling the suit irresponsible civil rights litigation.
The text laments frivolous legal actions as widespread in courts, including damage suits and libel cases. It argues insurers settle to avoid court costs, shifting the burden to the public and raising concerns about accountability and the price of irresponsibility.
A crime study using a computer analyzed 4310 weapons across 18 metros finding criminals favor concealable handguns. The West German Boehm .23 snub nose, assembled by a Miami firm, dominates, retailing under $40, with 21 percent of 1980 crime guns under two years old. NRA argues controls would push criminals to other models.
A dense TV guide fragment lists films and shows including Bound for Glory with Melinda Dillon, The Rose, From Here to Eternity Part 2, Gambit, The Mirror Crack'd, So Big, and Bound for Glory again. It notes stage productions like Die Fledermaus, plus news segments and variety items The schedule features Woodie Guthrie's work, Muppets, Sanford and Son, and Tonight Show elements with ads for Rocky listings.
The Kenya shot documentary style film showcases stunning wildlife and sunsets but falters in storytelling once sound is added. A Liberty Mutual project, it relies on flashy imagery while the plot lingers with dull flashbacks and a brooding psychiatrist tone.
Reader questions about osteoarthritis diagnosis and blood tests. Expert explains osteoarthritis is degenerative, not blood-detected, diagnosed by exam and X rays, unlike rheumatoid arthritis which shows blood changes. Emphasizes avoiding unnecessary blood tests and consulting a physician.
AP analyst notes a 1980s buyer’s market with recession and weak consumer income. High unemployment, reduced home equity, and cautious spending press retailers. Post-holiday clearance drives price cuts in January as stores chase sales to reduce inventories and salvage revenue.
The Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates for trade area including Ottawa and surrounding towns by carrier mail and motor routes. Rates are one month 3.25 three months 9.00 six months 17.50 and one year 34.50 with sales tax. outside trade area one month 4.257 three months 11.10 six months 21.10 and one year 38.75. out-of-state subscribers deduct 3.5 percent sales tax.
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