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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1982
Page
1
The National Safety Council and others push seat belt use, but Paul Newman fronts a Nissan sponsored TV spot showing racing and personal cars with belts and harnesses. The ad is hailed as an All American idea though Newman races a Datsun.
The piece argues Ronald Reagan faces a pivotal third year with limited accomplishments so far. It notes high unemployment, a fragile budget stance, and a turbulent lame duck exit. It warns Congress will challenge him more in the new session, and Social Security remains a looming domestic issue.
TV Tonight features an ESPN special preview of the NCAA New Year's Bowl and a slate of classic programs. Highlights include Inside the NFL with Len Dawson and Nick Buoniconti, entertainment segments on Entertainment Tonight, Family Feud, The People's Court, and an array of movies and dramas airing across networks. Major sports and film titles anchor the listings with multiple channel options.
In Southfield Michigan Marty Kostere founder and owner of United Block Co. criticizes economic policy while noting Reagan’s recovery steps. He reduced staff from 45 to 20 and trimmed 30 trucks to offset a 30 percent drop in volume and profit, yet remains optimistic about growth and industry resilience.
The Ottawa Herald details daily publication terms, editor Robert Wellington, and subscription pricing for in trade area Ottawa and surrounding towns. Rates include monthly to yearly options with tax notes and out-of-state tax deductions, noting Associated Press membership.
Harris News Service reports a post election Christmas mood as the 97th Congress leaves. Senator Jesse Helms and President Reagan clash over a 5 cent gas tax, with Helms filibustering and raising funds from fundamentalist supporters. The piece condemns regressive taxation and warns of planned tax cuts for the wealthy alongside defense spending.
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