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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1981
Page
2
Ottawa columnist notes Gov John Carlin hard-nosed about severance tax plan to fund budget while Republicans push to cut his budget and boost state aid to locals. Carlin denounces GOP tactics as deception to shield oil and gas interests and shift burden to property taxpayers as he seeks a public image as champion of the downtrodden amid looming election.
President Reagan and newcomers to Washington claim government is out of control. A Department of Energy official acted on his own on his last day, granting $4 million without authorization to four charities to aid heating bills for the poor. A legal counsel approved the payment, not the President or DOE head, raising questions about who runs the show.
From Our Readers commends Bill Ainsworth for excellent school bus service to rural USC 290 students. Parents Mr. and Mrs. John Schneiders of Ottawa RFD 2 note his genuine concern and the children’s respect and enjoyment of the rides.
A scrambled broadcast guide lists TV segments from Stowe Vermont and Phoenix with varied programs. It mentions a slalom event, college basketball awards, a Charles Bronson film, a Danny Charles segment, and a Western and crime movies lineup including Killer on Board.
Walter Mears reports on rising political action committees shaping early 1984 campaigns. Mondale and Kennedy launch committees to fund travel and outreach, with PACs offering up to 5000 dollars per candidate and at least five candidates funded. The system favors Republicans, but Democrats seek reform and leverage for White House bids.
New York AP reports a rare December shift in the housing market. The median price of existing homes fell by about $1,200 as rates taxes insurance and fuel costs rise, dampening buyer interest and challenging down payments. Prices had risen for over a decade, but supply demand tipped this month. a $64,300 house in November sold for $63,000, still above a year earlier yet not enough to beat consumer inflation.
AAP report discusses Wink Martindale defending his NBC game show Las Vegas Gambit against Jeopardy style critique. It contrasts viewer engagement, entertainment value, and the shift in game show quality. Also cites housing market data with rising mortgage burdens and higher monthly payments alongside rising home prices between 1976 and 1980.
A letter from a 34 year old mother asks about coping with rheumatoid arthritis. The doctor explains the disease, active and quiet phases, rest needs, aspirin use, potential newer anti inflammatory drugs, and advises gentle motion, warmth, and gradual rehab with a physical therapist, plus consulting an Arthritis Foundation chapter.
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