06 Jul 1979
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1979
Page
1
Editorial page notes on current events dated Friday July 1979 discuss civic concerns and opinions. The piece reflects editorial stance typical of the era with summaries of local issues, policy debates, and community interests.
The Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling allowing judges to close pretrial hearings when incriminating evidence is at issue. The decision limits public access to court proceedings, arguing secrecy may protect impartial juries, while critics warn it weakens accountability and could expand plea bargaining.
A reader asks why drug names appear in parentheses and whether generic medicines are cheaper. The doctor explains generic equivalents exist, but doctors often prescribe by brand due to familiarity and textbook usage, noting variations in generics can affect outcomes. She suggests considering generics for expensive, long term meds. A second reader reports years of joint pain and asks if seeing a doctor is worthwhile given a spouse’s doubt.
A collection of letters to Dr. Ruble discusses rheumatoid arthritis management, cataract surgery reports, a grandmotherly missive about a two year old’s cola habit, a plea for breast reduction surgery, pool chlorine health questions, and general cautions on treatment timing and safety. The items reflect concerns about diagnosis, treatment, cosmetic surgery, and everyday health issues.
The law shifts to open saloons for cardholders allowing bourbon and branch water with a small sin tax. Bars avoid checks at doors while pool rules fade, as liquor by the drink expands with a new card system soon to be available for a few dollars to aid hotels and conventions.
A jumbled TV schedule notes Pat on Sea Tiger from Operation Petticoat, Diff’rent Strokes with Mr Drummond’s shock, Spider-Man with Nicholas Hammond, Washington Week in Review, and Wall Street Week. It also mentions The Rockford Files, Border Traffic, Farm Digest Movie Drama, and Eddie Capra Mysteries among other late 1970s programs.
TV programs and movie listings for Dallas Crowdog Masterpiece Theatre CBS Late Movie and related segments. Radio guide includes 10:00 10:30 blocks with titles like I Claudius One to Dick Cavett Tonight ABC News Baretto and Cap tioned programs. Prayer excerpt concludes the page.
AP reporter Peter J. Boyer notes ABCs Kids Are People Too blends kid friendly vibe with candid guests. Host Michael Young, 27, discusses insights from a show praised for warmth, audience energy, and Emmy recognition.
AP analysis notes Henry Ford II at the University of Chicago criticized business for neglecting key issues and consumerism worries, while Murray Weidenbaum warned against nanny-state regulation. Bank of America's Walter Hoadley urged Congress to reverse negative outlooks to spur private investment and confidence ahead of possible recession.
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