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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1973
Page
1
Editorial reflects on 1973 as pivotal for the United States with Watergate, resignations, shortages, and the energy crisis. It warns 1974 will continue challenges like inflation impeachment energy and government credibility loss, urging faith and resilience to avoid America coming apart.
A patient reports a seven month history of severe knee pain followed by a hard lump behind the knee when the leg is straightened. The lump appeared after the initial pain subsided in two weeks and is discussed in correspondence with Dr Thosteson.
A reader asks if Baker's cysts grow or hinder walking. The doctor says cysts may stay small and manageable, with pain reduced by rest or hydrocortisone if needed. removal is possible but not usually required. Other letters cover teen pregnancy myths, test tube conception, and a lip color change, plus a prayer.
Reseda California firm Sounder Corp anchors a growing, largely new industry of companies distributing annual and quarterly corporate reports and proxies to the financial community. With 60 cents per annual or proxy and 30 cents per quarterly, the sector counts at least 50 firms nationwide, with Sounder claiming about 100. Industry insiders note rapid growth as dozens more enter the field despite secrecy from some operators.
Los Angeles AP reports Arch Oboler, prolific radio drama playwright, watches revived radio drama with caution over economics. He notes two failed revival attempts due to funding, while new ventures like Hollywood Radio Theater on Mutual and CBS Radio Mystery Theater plan seven and five weekly hours respectively. He cites rising costs from $1,000 to $10,000 per show and urges immediate returns. Oboler, 65, discusses hippo statues in his Studio City office as Happiness the poodle roams, reflecting on radio as a mind theater that sparked imagination.
The United States, facing a major energy shortage due to cuts in Middle East oil, continues exporting about 242000 barrels of oil daily. Exports include lubricants and coke, with gasoline and distillates rising. Critics argue exports undermine domestic supply while government data note reexports and pricing drive shipments abroad. The article also notes U.S. oil shipments to allies in Southeast Asia.
In a front piece by Bob Haring the author laments inflated language driven by advertising media and modern life from stores to broadcast, then shifts to a Washington AP report: the Agriculture Department will issue January 1974 crop and livestock statistics, including a Jan 22 special report on farmers' spring planting intentions across 35 states.
A dense listing of television programming over multiple hours featuring news, weather, and a mix of classic dramas comedies and musical programs. Notable entries include Sesame Street Mister Rogers Leave It To Beaver Dragnet Beverly Hillbillies Gunsmoke Perry Mason Lawrenc Welk and Samuels.
Ottawa Kansas publishs subscription rates for trade area and out of area by mail or carrier. Rates vary by duration and location with tax details. Includes note on Associated Press rights and local news exclusivity.
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