24 Feb 1976
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1976
Page
1
Federal Judge Harold R. Medina denounces court imposed gag rules and calls on news media to defend the First Amendment. He warns that the free flow of information is being stifled by open records laws and a privacy act steering federal agencies to guard personal data.
The Kansas Legislature works on a new state law to curb secrecy as state agencies close doors. Schools deny parents access to children's records and written requests replace verbal inquiries. Police and courts struggle to share information while a basketball coach hides box scores over players rights.
Franklin and Montgomery counties face aging bridges with dozens requiring replacement. Montgomery County officials consider an August primary vote on a five mill levy to fund replacing ten bridges per year, as the county engineer warns current funds won’t meet needs.
A reader asks Dr. Thosteson for advice on gaining weight at age 80. She lists tried foods including milk ice cream cereals vegetables meats soups potatoes bread and fruits and notes the doctor has confirmed she is okay. She seeks practical guidance to add pounds.
A reader asks about maintaining a slim frame and discusses spastic colon. Dr Thosteson notes weight should stay steady for an older woman and explains the colon's length and primary functions as part of digestion and health guidance.
A devotional prayer asks for mercy like that shown to a fellow servant in Matthew 18 33 RSV and asks God to grant Christlike compassion to serve others with selfless care.
Digestive tract waste absorption forms feces. Factors behind irregular bowel habits include nervousness, laxative abuse, improper eating, and ignoring the urge. Prolonged antibiotic use or prior infections may contribute. Treatment emphasizes stopping laxatives, adding bulk to diet, and medications to ease spasms as the bowel regains smooth operation.
CBS journalist Daniel Schorr, suspended for leaking a House intelligence report to The Village Voice, argues the public’s right to know outweighs controversy. The House Ethics Committee planned to review his conduct as the Justice Department also investigates, while Ford urged secrecy.
The article discusses why homeowners consider second mortgages amid rising market values and income levels. FinanceAmerica, Bank of America, reports low foreclosures and a 1.25% loss ratio on second mortgages versus 3.5% unsecured loans, noting higher rates but the benefit of preserving low first-mortgage terms and accessing needed liquidity.
By John Cunniff AP Business Analyst New York Some see second mortgages as risky sins tied to past hard times while others with secure jobs view them as a prudent way to unlock home equity for additions or education. The refrain, I worked for my house now let it work for me, echoes in consumer finance literature.
A dense TV grid outlines ABC NBC CBS PBS and other networks with channel numbers and a full daily lineup. Entries include family programs news sports and game shows across morning to late night slots featuring Hogan's Heroes Sesame Street The Beverly Hillbillies MASH Gunsmoke and Mary Hartman Mary Hartman among many others.
Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates for trade area and out of state readers, with monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual options. The paper notes editor and publisher Robert A. Wellington and states AP news use rights.
Agriculture Department ERS says California and Florida winter crops may fall short, summer acreage must rise 4 to 5 percent to boost output and avoid price declines. A large 1975 crop totals 315.6 million hundredweight with prices up from the previous year, while retail potato prices edge higher for processed goods.
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