24 Feb 1971
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1971
Page
1
An editorial argues against a Kansas bill for initiative and referendum. It notes petitions of five, eight, or fifteen percent could force public votes on acts, propositions, and constitutional amendments. The piece warns the system risks chaos and echoes California-like voter gridlock.
An opinion piece argues that democracy relies on elected representatives who study issues and vote for public interests. It warns against direct, town meeting style governance for Kansas and condemns a proposal as irresponsible and contrary to democratic principles.
A reader responding to an Ottawa Herald editorial urges greater female participation in politics at the local level. She lists four reasons for past underrepresentation, rejects fears of inadequacy, and asserts women bring fresh perspectives and should share public leadership alongside men.
Patient reports swollen legs for years and difficulty walking. Describes trying to manage with beer. No additional clinical details or identifiable information provided.
Reader asks how to hold a leg up for a minute. Advice: raise shorter periods more often or prop the leg on a wall, chair edge, or furniture. Bed or floor support recommended. Purpose is improved circulation from leg elevation, with a minute providing thorough blood exchange when feasible.
Chicago AP reports federal highway funds for 1971 total 21.2 billion to improve federal state and local highway systems. 1971 receipts are expected to exceed 1970 by 1.6 billion, with disbursements at 20.4 billion plus 1.2 billion for bond retirement. Capital outlays reach 12.2 billion, about 60 percent of current expenditures, while maintenance costs run 4.8 billion, 24 percent, marking a 6 percent rise from 1970.
Senator Bob Dole argues for General Revenue Sharing to empower state and local governments. He says federal funds should be shared rather than controlled by Washington, with Kansas projected to receive about 54 million dollars initially. The plan, tied to population and revenue effort, rewards strong local tax effort and requires annual reporting.
Atlanta writer Hal Boyle recalls the long struggle to get a new Florida pickup inspected in Georgia. stations were crowded and appointments scarce. after a tense wait a sergeant’s turn arrives and a station attendant notes the Florida sticker is valid in Georgia, ending the author’s fear of fines and jail.
New York AP report quotes Donald Straus president of the American Arbitration Association. He argues compulsory arbitration is unworkable and akin to selling snake oil. He favors voluntary arbitration where entry and acceptance are by agreement only.
A dense TV schedule log lists numerous programs across days and hours including Munsters Dick Van Dyke Petticoat Junction News Weather Sports Hawaii Five-O Beverly Hillbillies You Don’t Say Jeopardy World Apart Love Lucy Tonight Movie The Glass Menagerie Captain Carey U S A Move Over Darling and more with many channels and time slots.
New York AP report reviews CBS Reports The Selling of the Pentagon a 10 month probe into Defense Department publicity spending. It portrays vast spending on propaganda films free media tapes press releases and tours while alleging government press manipulation and fear of communism. Also notes Cosby Fourth Special featuring spoofs and political humor.
Ottawa Herald lists daily publication details with Robert B. Wellington as editor and publisher. It provides trade area and out of area subscription rates by mail, including monthly and yearly options, plus a note on 3 percent sales tax for out of state subscribers and exclusive AP use for local news and dispatches.
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