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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1977
Page
1
The Kansas Legislature debated raising the highway speed limit from 55 to 65 to save gasoline, but the bill likely fails due to potential loss of $90 million in federal funds. Proponents argue new engines burn less in faster speeds, while critics note enforcement and safety. The columnist urges conservation over higher speeds.
A review of a corps release argues that low rainfall has left the Missouri River main stem system with ample space for spring floods and drought storage. It notes Pomona and Melvern reservoirs help dampen Marais des Cygnes floods and maintain steady flow to Ottawa and beyond.
The reader asks about a ten year old boy with evolving nervous tics including throat noises and notes tics often subside but may persist. Dr Thosteson explains tics vary with age, usually nonserious by night, and many fade. another excerpt discusses diabetes treatment limits and the incurable nature of the disease, stressing realistic care. Additional questions cover walking pneumonia and a prayer reflection on seeking guidance.
Dick Clark recalls the birth of American Bandstand on August 6 1957 in Philadelphia as a rough unpolished start that became a national institution. The show grew from a 90 minute daily format to a weekly Saturday taping and launched Clark into prominence hosting a two hour ABC special marking 25 years of popular music and youth culture.
AP interview in the Oval Office captures President Ford predicting a woman will be nominated for vice president and possibly become president within the next four presidential elections. He notes Republicans more likely to nominate a woman and recalls Anne Armstrong as a near miss. Ford outlines post presidency plans including campus talks and a book, and reflects on his time in office and the transition.
TV schedule notes a mix of episodes and specials across CBS NBC and ABC including Laverne and Shirley Police Woman MASH Kojak and The CBS Late Movie. Guest stars Pat Crowley Pappy Boyington and Barbara Hale appear alongside National Geographic segments Voyage of the Hokulea and Sevan Little Faye.
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