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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1973
Page
1
Judge John H. Pratt rules the administration failed to enforce the Civil Rights Act and related Supreme Court rulings in 17 states. He orders federal agencies to suspend funds within 60 days for violators, prompting questions on judicial decree and the role of forced busing in achieving racial balance amid broader housing and job inequities.
The Kansas State Finance Council backs a $10.6 million budget increase next year with a 5 percent pay rise for state employees starting June 30. Critics question repeated raises amid rising costs and government growth, urging lawmakers to halt increases to curb inflation.
Truckers in Kansas seek legislation to extend standard tractor and semi trailer lengths and raise single axle weight. Highway officials oppose little, with resolutions already allowing longer trucks. Debates stress efficiency and profit versus motorist costs and road safety amid nationwide state-by-state rules.
A 76 year old asks Dr. Thosteson why doctors cannot take reliable blood pressure readings from his right arm. He notes repeated assurances to not worry and seeks a clear medical explanation and guidance.
A reader questions whether a congenital artery defect or neck pressure from an extra rib, neck muscle, or tumor explains no blood pressure reading. The doctor says arm health and collateral flow likely prevent danger, and tracing the exact cause is usually academic. Also answered: angina pectoris causes, oxygen use, and sea salt claims.
A comprehensive broadcast log lists daytime and prime time programs across channels with numerous titles. Entries include Sesame Street Mayberry RFD Lost In Space Hogan's Heroes The FBI Story and more, detailing show times and sequence throughout the day across genres.
Washington top Ag official Brunthauer said the Nixon administration will extend the 1970 act with changes to make U S production more competitive, preserve set asides, trim supplemental income payments, and keep price support loans as a price floor. He stressed export growth and a shift toward market oriented farming as the policy path. Soybeans surpassed corn as a cash crop last year, with soybeans worth about 4.1 billion and corn grain at 3.3 billion in 1972. overall farm value shows soybeans gaining prominence though much corn remains on farms.
The Rhodesia Herald reports that 95 percent of brides arrive late for civil marriages at Salisbury District Commissioner's Office due to parking issues. The marriage officer waits only 15 minutes for tardy brides.
Washington moves toward formal liaison offices with Peking as Kissinger says U S ties to Taiwan remain, while China seeks to end Taiwan relations. Beijing hopes to ease Sino Soviet tensions by aligning with the United States, amid a shifting Pacific balance.
Ottawa Herald details subscription rates for in and out of trade area including tax and carrier options. Editor Robert B. Wellington oversees publication. The paper notes Associated Press rights and local news exclusivity.
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