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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1968
Page
2
The Kansas Legislature advances a reapportionment bill drawn mainly by Republicans amid Democrat discontent and court scrutiny. Governor Robert Docking plans to let the measure become law without his signature, avoiding blame if courts strike it down.
Soft approach proposes a 2 cent gasoline tax increase funded to build a state freeway system and local roads. Sen. William Bowers of Ottawa sponsored three bills a year ago but were blocked by a no new taxes rule. The plan would let the governor enact the measures without a signature and submit the issue to voters next November.
The narrator notes recurring visits from a dressmaker named D.W. who frequently hems and shortens dresses, often two or three times, after returning from work.
The essay argues miniskirts will fade to mid calf as authorities curb titillation, forcing women to adjust wardrobes. It notes economic strain from transitions, with loan sharks looming, and suggests inventing a skirt with a length-adjusting mechanism like a wine bottle dowser to meet evolving style dictates.
A reader asks if a hiatal hernia can hemorrhage and how to manage possible bleeding sources with X rays. The Dr answers that ulcers can bleed within hiatal hernias, advises hospital evaluation if bleeding recurs, and notes such bleeds can be fatal. Additional letters discuss quitting smoking, biblical questions, and a toddler’s soap-eating habit with general dietary guidance.
A devotional prayer expressing longing to find guidance from God as in Job 23 3. It asks for awareness of the Holy Spirit and courage in life’s trials, ending with a Savior's name amen.
Rep. Charles S. Joelson blasts Chairman George H. Mahon over open hearings secrecy and subcommittee ratification practices. He notes the minority liberal position on a committee controlled by Southern Democrats and Republicans, with reform efforts stalled in the House Rules Committee. The piece outlines open hearings disputes, security exemptions, and the balance of power that keeps the status quo.
AP report notes Jack Benny, in New York en route from a Boston Symphony engagement, marks his 39th birthday with humor. He remains busy with NBC specials, a Waldorf Astoria April engagement, and constant work on material while maintaining his famed timing and devotion to theater over television.
Despite De Gaulle’s partial withdrawal from NATO, France remains involved in NADGE, a $308 million radar defense modernization project led by Maj. Gen. Jean W. Accart. Ten other NATO members fund the system that speeds threat detection and response, with France’s role shifting but not ending.
Overland Park Kansas AP Richard H Seaton an assistant attorney general urged new legislation granting military personnel aiding in riots the same arrest powers as peace officers He said current law limits Guardsmen making arrests hindering their effectiveness He also called for immunity protections for police officers and noted his bid for the Republican nomination for attorney general.
A dense late night to early morning TV schedule lists daytime and evening programs across channels, including News, Weather, editorials, Olympics coverage, and numerous classic series and movies such as Perry Mason Star Trek Bewitched Bonanza and The World of Henry Orient with multiple refreshes and sports blocks.
Ottawa Herald lists editor Robert B. Wellington and rates for local and out of trade area subscriptions. By mail one month 1.00, three months 3.00, six months 5.50, one year 10.00. outside trade area one month 1.50, three months 4.25, six months 8.00, one year 15.00. The paper is a member of the Associated Press with exclusive local news rights.
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