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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1969
Page
1
Editorial discusses Kansas Legislature tax debates on school funding and state aid. It notes property tax limits, proposals for higher income or sales taxes, and shifts to fund education, urging a complete overhaul of the tax system for fairness. It mentions Farm Bureau ideas and the impact on lower and middle income groups.
The 1969 World Almanac offers a dense roundup of facts: the USPS issued 21 commemorative stamps including Disney and Ford, federal civilian employment reached 2,815,723, Charles Carroll died in 1832 as the last surviving signer, Pennsylvania imposes a 6 percent sales tax, Easter falls on April 6, Mt. Washington winds reach 231 mph, a 1957 record trip around the world took 45 hours 18 minutes, and Alaska has vast coastline with 40 262 miles. Also noted are Gaberones as capital of Botswana, Angel Falls at 3 212 feet as the world's highest, Tokyo surpassing New York as largest city, and Mamo Wolde winning the 1968 Olympic Marathon.
A reader writes about gaining 25 pounds after the birth of her first child at 14 months, from 120 to 145 pounds, height 5 feet 3 inches, clothing size from 9 to 12, and asks what safe weight loss method or remedy Dr Thosteson would recommend. She notes the doctor did not warn her about excess gain and seeks guidance on safe options.
Advice warns against using weight loss drugs during pregnancy or long term, citing risks like nervousness and heart palpitations. A study from England shows placebo pills can mimic drug results, highlighting the power of belief in weight loss. Other reader questions cover vinegar use, glaucoma, and hair dye safety with cautious, evidence based answers.
An Associated Press profile of a Chicago police sergeant, highlighting black officers increasing on major city forces, the economic and social barriers they face, and shifting attitudes within communities. It notes Chicago 17 percent black officers, Philadelphia 22.8 percent, and New York City about 33,500 officers with ongoing gains. It quotes officers and officials on recruitment, stigma, and evolving acceptance. The piece discusses history from postwar recruit trends to present tensions and hopes for better police‑Negro relations.
Washington AP reports the Army concedes a shortage of infantry officers in Vietnam since the huge 3 year buildup. Gaps exist at lieutenants captains and field grades with about 700 lieutenant colonels affected. Losses among majors and captains, ROTC attrition and extended enrollments widen the gap. The Army plans to fill the gap next fiscal year.
In a White House briefing on government insured mortgages, George Romney cites a clash between federal rate actions and state usury limits. Seven states Michigan Illinois New York Iowa North Carolina South Dakota resist 7 percent caps. HUD says no special action and lenders in these states cannot charge maximum 7 percent.
Auld Lang Syne notes William Allen White, 75, editor of the Emporia Gazette and famed as The Sage of Emporia, has died today. Nearby item recalls Mintzer 20-in-one side show, wintering here and gearing up for a spring season starting around April 1.
A devotional prayer invokes I John 1 8 about sin and asks for Jesus Christ’s forgiveness. Believers confess penitent hearts and seek strength to conquer temptation with divine aid in Jesus name.
A dense OCR log lists daily broadcasts across channels and times from early evening to after midnight. It catalogs news weather sports films serials game shows talk shows and multiple program titles with many parentheses noted as (c) and various time stamps.
Ottawa Herald listing the publishing details with editor Robert B. Wellington and subscription prices for local and outside areas. Includes weekday operation, postal class, and AP news service statement.
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