23 Feb 1972
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1972
Page
1
Editorial notes nearly 20 million Americans draw Social Security and presses to boost the planned 5 percent benefits rise. It traces the program from its 1930s origins as mandatory insurance to shield families from income loss, while warning that the name was a sales catchphrase and benefits have surged far beyond cost of living.
The piece argues benefits have risen with taxes and that Social Security is at risk of becoming the sole retirement support. It warns that payroll taxes may jump or funds be diverted, risking erosion of original intent and increased dependence on federal handouts.
Nixon's Peking welcome described as subdued and proper, lacking crowds or fanfare. The piece contrasts it with U S capital ceremonies and questions the messages of government philosophy and public celebration.
From Our Readers describes Ottawa University students at Hope Cemetery and reports damage at the Muncie Indian Cemetery dating back to 1859. The letter cites broken stones, overturned grave markers, a stolen tombstone found later, a damaged gate, and unsafe behavior by trespassers, urging respect and caution.
Dear Dr Thosteson explains ultrasound as a heat deep inside tissues technique used for healing and soothing. It covers how ultrasound works, its benefits, limitations, and cautions that it is not a universal remedy for all frozen shoulder cases. The letter also discusses dogs for asthma and birth control pills not causing sterilization or fertilization.
A devotional prayer exhorts perpetual joy and thanks as God wills, praising Christ. It asks for spiritual insight to behold the beauty of creation and expresses gratitude through Jesus.
A broad look at how viruses may initiate many diseases from colds to cancer and possibly contribute to heart disease and multiple sclerosis. Researchers urge nationwide virology labs, study slow viruses and viroids, and explore how persistent viral activity shapes neurological and systemic illness.
Washington AP sources at the National Agricultural Outlook Conference indicate a potential rise in 1972 net farm income beyond early estimates of 1.5 to 2 billion dollars, possibly reaching 18.3 billion. Secretary Butz urged not to curb prices, citing strong beef demand, while analysts forecast exports at about 7.4 billion and wheat and feed grain shipments easing.
The page lists a dense TV schedule with programs across networks including News Weather Sports daytime and evening slots. Featured shows span classic series and movies such as Dream Of Jeannie Hogan's Heroes Beverly Breckenridge Petticoat Junction Night Gallery and The Tonight Show along with daytime soaps and game shows.
Ottawa Herald lists daily publication in Ottawa Kansas with editor and publisher Wellington Roberts. Rates shown cover trade area by mail and outside trade area, plus carrier options. tax rules and AP rights noted.
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