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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1972
Page
1
Editorial questions the Hughes autobiography as publicity stunt amid rumors he disowns the work. It notes the 92nd Congress opening with welfare reform health care and revenue sharing on the agenda and a costly session ahead. President Nixon campaigns for re election while six Democratic presidential hopefuls seek the spotlight.
Gov. Robert Docking proposes adding 100 state employees to fight welfare abuses. The plan aims to curb growing welfare costs as payrolls have risen 7,000 in four years, drawing mixed reactions about government economy and administration.
Dear Dr Thosteson explains that polycythemia is an increase in red blood cells, less common than anemia, but not rare. The text notes this condition can affect finger color and sensation due to altered blood flow, and outlines potential causes and treatments.
The column explains polycythemia vera as a primary form with no known cause, causing dusky fingers and ruddy faces, and discusses treatments like reducing red cell count, radioactive phosphorus, and periodic blood draws. It also covers cramp relief with quinine, calcium intake, leg exercises, arterial obstruction, and surgery if needed. It includes patient questions on histoplasmosis, toy safety and a prayer note.
New York AP report notes Bob Hope’s annual Christmas tour TV special on NBC again resembles past years. The program centers on the audience of soldiers with Hope, Jim Nabors, Charlie Pride, Jill St John, and guests performing musical numbers and light sketches. Jack Lemmon hosts and Fred Astaire and Ethel Merman perform Gershwin works, delivering a 90 minute feel good broadcast.
The AP Special Assignment Team reports on welfare abuse amid 14 million recipients and a $10 billion annual outlay. HEW estimates 40 million in fraud yearly, with 500 million misspent, while 3 percent overall are ineligible at any time. NY cites 6 percent ineligible in NYC costing $4 million monthly. Minority and income data challenge stereotypes as officials pursue crackdowns and audits.
New York AP reports consumer complaints persist as savings rates drop with a looser money supply. Banks trim rates on savings and time deposits while Series E and H bonds look more attractive for long holders. Small investors eye a potential stock market comeback, though broker attitudes remain a deterrent.
The listing shows a full daily TV grid with numerous programs across channels including news weather and editorial segments. Highlights include Munsters Dream Of Jeannie Hogan's Heroes Hawaii Five-O Cannon Dragnet and Tonight Merv Griffin and Movie airings such as The Far Country Abandoned and Never On Sunday among others.
Ottawa Herald lists subscription rates for trade area and outside, with by mail and carrier options. Rates include sales tax and vary by duration, with annual figures and out of state adjustments.
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