10 Feb 1983
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1983
Page
1
The article argues Ronald Reagan is likely to pursue a second term, citing his health at age 72 and historical patterns of incumbents not relinquishing power. It notes the dynamics of renomination advantages and recalls Truman's 1948 surprise as a cautionary example for challengers.
A reader contests an editorial urging equal sacrifices for all in the current financial crisis. He argues Kansas teachers have long foregone real wage gains, stressing professionals’ training and impact on youth, and calls for higher salaries despite inflation and rising costs. He questions whether defense spending absolves teachers from raises.
A TV grid overview lists ESPN SportsCenter and Sneak Previews segments along with premieres like Andy Griffith and Amanda’s. The schedule features The Shootist and The Out of Towners, plus Magnum P I and Simon & Simon, with late night talk and news programs on HBO PBS and ABC affiliates.
Readers ask about eye floaters and a laser glaucoma treatment. Floaters are common harmless vitreous bits, especially with age or myopia, with limited fixes beyond reassurance and monitoring. A new laser trabecular surgery opens drainage ducts for some glaucoma patients. availability varies by area.
The Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates for trade area and outside trade area, with monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual options. Rates include sales taxes. out-of-state subscribers incur a 3.5 percent sales tax deduction. Robert B. Wellington is Editor and Publisher.
In Topeka 21 Republican lawmakers propose state takeover of the Hugoton gas fields. Academics warn against fast labeling, calling it pragmatic, not pure socialism, while GOP chairman Dave Owen criticizes it as poorly conceived and not party policy. Representative Keith Farrar concedes philosophical concerns but sees few alternatives.
President Reagan appears to pivot from a sole credit approach to suggesting bipartisan cooperation on economic recovery. Administration aides stress not abandoning bipartisanship while noting recent positive data on unemployment and growth. The White House aims to present a united front as debates over policy continue.
AP reports small business optimism improving markedly with the NFIB index climbing to 94.5, the best since 1978. Dunkelberg notes rates fell to 14.1 percent, plans to hire and invest rose, inventories shrank, and price stability is in sight, amid a leaner post downturn sector.
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