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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1981
Page
1
In 1981 a Navy harpoon missile carrying 215 pounds of high explosives was accidentally fired during maneuvers in the Virgin Islands and disappeared over the horizon. Navy officials say it probably landed in the ocean, with a later investigation promised. Virgin Islands officials complain the incident was kept quiet for 24 hours.
The article critiques CIA leadership under William J. Casey and Max Hugel, noting a 3.5 million fund raising scheme and a questionable stock deal. It argues political appointees crowd out qualified professionals, urging Reagan to replace top CIA roles with career experts to reduce bureaucracy and costs.
TV listings show a jumble of program titles and descriptions including Fromry to cook Gnocchi and various shows like The Love Boat and Marcus, with references to actors Blair and James Earl Jones, plus news and a 1977 film. The chaotic OCR fragment lists dramatic and variety fare, with channels ABC CBS and NBC, in a single page of entertainment scheduling.
In a sweeping critique memo, John McCormally argues Interior Secretary Watt and Agriculture Secretary Black pursue policies that favor industry and export at the expense of land, water, and soil. He warns of widespread environmental and agricultural degradation, urging vigilance amid political rhetoric and deregulation trends.
AP analysis notes high U.S. rates at 20 percent for prime customers and 23 percent for small firms squeeze lending and curtail housing starts. Ottawa talks and critics warn sustained high rates may hurt enterprise while authorities defend them as necessary to curb inflation and redirect investments.
A parent asks about a son's undescended testicle and cancer risk, receiving guidance to seek timely surgical correction between ages three and six if needed and to consider a second opinion. The letter also covers stasis dermatitis, vein leakage, leg elevation, compression stockings, Burow's solution, and steroid cream, plus a prayer.
Ottawa Herald publication details rates for mail and carrier subscribers within and outside trade areas. Includes tax notes, durations from one month to one year and out of state tax deductions. Published daily except Sundays and holidays with Robert B. Wellington as editor and publisher.
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