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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1978
Page
1
January 26, 1978 edition presents opinions and features from Ottawa Herald. The page outlines editorials and commentary reflecting local issues and community perspectives in a concise newspaper format.
The Carr case shows James A. Carr an escaper from New Jersey prison who built a nationwide commodity options firm with 11 branches. He allegedly defrauded about $50 million through high pressure selling of futures on gold copper sugar and coffee.
A government study from the early 1970s shows Americans weigh more now than a decade earlier, with gains up to 14 pounds per person. The author blames fat intake and fast foods, cites sedentary winter habits, and notes the timing of the release during the holidays. Hope comes from a Herald family page slimming column drawing readers to a course.
The Carter administration seeks smoother ties with the Fed and has named G William Miller as chairman nominee. The selection promises a delicate balance with the central bank, testing diplomacy and policy friction between the White House and Federal Reserve.
The American Agriculture movement pivots from a total no production strike to a 50 percent no-plant policy for 1978 to push farm commodity prices to parity. They warn a full shutdown could wreck the economy and hunger, while a reduced planting plan aims to keep pressure on policymakers with shortages and hardship acceptable.
Dear Dr Thosteson asks why some patients undergo hysterectomy after mastectomy and whether the procedure is recommended. The letter seeks medical guidance on risks, necessity, and personal factors in deciding if hysterectomy is appropriate after cancer treatment.
Readers discuss hysterectomy versus oophorectomy, second opinions, and menopause factors. Other letters cover nitroglycerin use for angina, possible liver links to mouth taste, aging balance issues with hypertension medication, bruise color changes, and a closing prayer.
Fred Silverman, a programming genius who led CBS ABC and NBC to dominance, accepts NBC to become PBS president. He plans three new series and Freddie’s Pledge Week funded by public television stations. NBC insiders note his drive to “get even now” meets mixed reactions.
A TV primetime mix from Washington Week in Review to KCET and WNET includes gossip about public TV, new host Kate Jackson, and remarks from Dick Cavett. The page lists 7:00 to 10:00 schedules featuring The Waltons, Star Trek, Barnaby Jones, and Masterpiece Theatre among others.
The Associated Press states it holds exclusive rights to publish all local news from the newspaper and to distribute AP dispatches. The declaration emphasizes AP ownership of both in-house reporting and wire service content for publication.
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