21 Jan 1983
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1983
Page
1
Congress faces a controversial Social Security compromise that delays July cost of living adjustments, taxes high income retirees, expands federal and postal worker coverage, taxes self employed higher, and accelerates tax increases. Supporters claim needed savings but critics warn of inflation and broad discontent.
In Ottawa and across the region, residents form a neighborhood watch amid thefts totaling $8000 in tools and two motor bikes. The Department of Public Safety reports a drop in major crime and a high clearance rate, praising community involvement and vigilance.
A dense schedule of channels and programs from 6:00 to 12:30 featuring NFL analysis, soap and game shows, HBO movies, ESPN sports, public affairs and classic films. Notable entries include NFL Films Super Bowl VII highlights, Roman Holiday, Alligator, The Searchers, Four Friends, Sleeping Dogs, and The Internecine Project with time slots and channel notes.
AP Special Correspondent Walter R. Mears reports Everett C. Ladd of the American Enterprise Institute argues traditional liberal versus conservative labels fail to guide new members in unfamiliar districts. He says voters’ views defy old ideologies and require a new framework.
Dear Dr Donohue explains heart enlargement explained as minor, may reflect activity or training, and not a health threat. He notes measurement limits, suggests comparing heart to chest width, and reassures one centimeter enlargement is not dangerous. The column also mentions allergies and blood donation rules.
The Ottawa Herald piece outlines subscription rates and publishing details, then discusses Ladd's view on U S political mood. Voters show mixed signals: demand for limited government yet support for basic services. Americans increasingly favor individual choice with traditional values, creating a fractured political marketplace. Innovative leaders may prosper by arguing merits over rigid ideologies.
A column argues the Crop swap program pays idle farmers with government grain, akin to public works for the unemployed. It compares Reagan’s opposition to WPA-like jobs with Senator Simon’s push for public service jobs to replace cash unemployment benefits, noting cost savings and broader social aims.
Lily Tomlin brings back Purvis Hawkins the sexy soul singer for NBCs Saturday Night Live as host and musical guest. The telecast marks her third SNL appearance following 1975 and 1976 gigs. Tomlin reflects on her early Grosse Pointe matron character and her long career across TV films and Broadway.
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