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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1985
Page
1
The piece surveys a national issue of soaring malpractice costs and punitive damages. It cites AMA urging action to shield doctors and reduce damages, arguing insurance and legal fees inflate costs for the public through higher bills on various health and consumer goods.
Congress weighs tax reform as Ralph Nader group blasts shelters amid rising investments from 48 to 65 billion dollars between 1983 and 1984. It says 82 percent of 24 billion in tax savings went to high income filers. Critics note legality, while supporters point to housing, business growth, and development financing.
New York AP notes U.S. auto industry rebounded to over 16 million cars and about 10 billion in profits from 1984 sales, with 150 billion in revenues. It contrasts possible end or extension of 31 March Japanese quota restraints, discusses consumer impact, and cites big profits for GM Ford and Chrysler along with $500 worker bonuses.
Roving editor Gene Book returns to Chapman Kansas after a career with General Electric and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. He revisits the town’s old high school, the Smoky Hill river and the community that shaped him, sharing nostalgia of a boyhood and a life in service before retirement.
Dear Dr. Donohue cautions readers about ameba based rheumatoid cure theories. He affirms such treatments lack scientific validation, urges sticking with proven therapies, and notes the importance of realistic expectations and ongoing medical care. He also explains pleuroparenchymal disease and addresses an unrelated infection risk note.
Ottawa Herald lists daily publication in Ottawa Kansas with editor Robert B Wellington. Rates for trade area include one month 3.55 dollars, three months 9.85, six months 18.95, one year 36.35. outside trade area one month 4.55, three months 12.00, six months 22.75, one year 41.40. out of state subscribers deduct 4.5 percent tax.
TV Tonight offers a busy slate with HBO documentaries and several classic movies. Highlights include Wonder of It AMI a nature documentary, Rio Lobo starring John Wayne, The Buddy System with Dreyfuss and Sarandon, The Entity a 1982 horror, and Car Wash a comedy. Network lineups feature ESPN sports, Newhart and Kate & Allie, plus news and talk programs.
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