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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1976
Page
1
Editorial argues city sales tax proposals could lead to unequal funding and a messy tax system. It notes counties and schools already struggle, questions fairness and state treasury strain, and calls for a better, balanced approach without burdening taxpayers.
A Kansan Senate candidate hired an out of state organizer while big labor funded the campaign, sparking talk of outsider meddling. Exxon paid millions to anti communists and the CIA reportedly used 6 million to counter leftist influence in Italy. Ford reportedly irritated as State Department warned these disclosures damage diplomacy. The piece argues American diplomacy relies on dollars but has failed and exhausted funds, calling for a change.
A reader asks Dr Thosteson about lead in her grandson’s blood and seeks explanation of the illness and its effects. The letter notes concern over potential health consequences and requests medical guidance.
Lead poisoning from prewar homes is traced to lead-based paint with new non toxic paints required by law. Symptoms include loss of appetite irritability drowsiness and abdominal pain. Children can show behavioral changes. treatment may remove lead. Parents should check older homes and paint content. Also discussed are triglycerides and cholesterol high levels dietary tips and potential drug therapy. The piece blends medical guidance with a prayer excerpt and public health reminders.
The prime rate now at 6.75 percent may drop toward 6.50, boosting liquidity and shifting money from bonds to stocks. Investors weigh inflation, public confidence, and Fed policy as the first week of the year showed a strong market surge amid easier money yet lingering inflation risks.
The American Friends Service Committee and Rural Housing Alliance urge a nationwide five to ten year crash program to demolish worst rural housing, starting with Florida's 67 counties. They call for an Emergency Rural Housing Administration and stronger FmHA funding to guarantee minimum housing, clean water and sanitary facilities nationwide.
Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield says CIA and related agencies have reduced staff from 142,000 in 1969 to 80,000 now, yet Congress has not reduced funding. Also reported: former CIA Director Richard Helms hires Edward Bennett Williams to defend possible charges tied to a 1971 break in, with civil rights charges under consideration by the Justice Department.
Ottawa Herald lists daily publication details with editor Robert B. Wellington and subscription prices for trade area and outside areas. Rates include monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and yearly options, with out of state tax adjustments.
Kelly Lange doubles as TV host and radio journalist in Los Angeles. Her new daytime program Take My Advice invites viewers to send personal problems and receive responses from celebrity couples. Lange, a KNBC and KABC veteran, juggles multiple duties while sharing a sunny, resilient on-air persona.
A fragmentary Telelvision Log lists multiple shows across time blocks with titles like Hogan's Heroes Sesame Street Family Affair Green Acres and Marcus Welby. The entry includes various game shows movies and special programs with channel markers and times, reflecting a sprawling 1960s era schedule. The list mixes news documentaries and entertainment from News c to NBC Music and sports coverage.
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