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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1986
Page
3
Government data show births to unmarried mothers rose to 770,355 in 1984, 21 percent of all births. The trend reflects delays in marriage, more divorces, and rising first births among women 35 and older, with Mississippi at 32.3 percent and DC at 56.9 percent.
Washington AP reports a National Center for Health Statistics study of nearly 16 000 pregnancies found women gaining 26 to 35 pounds have a significantly lower fetal death rate than those gaining under 16 pounds. Rates per 1 000 births rise from 3.8 at 26 to 35 pounds to 10.5 at under 16 pounds, with guidelines suggesting 22 to 27 pounds. outcomes improve up to 35 pounds, while over 35 pounds slightly increases risk. The study notes small live births and higher infant mortality with low gain, and points to disparities with Black women and other risk groups.
A reader recounts being trapped into fatherhood after a long relationship. He refuses support, while Ann notes the law favors mothers. readers call for responsibility and warning others. A second letter from a student criticizes persistent campus religious proselytizing, while another writer supports the need to be left alone.
Lane’s annual Lane Fair opens Thursday with three days of exhibits and events in Lane Franklin County. A Kansas State Historical Society plaque will mark Lane as the Pottawatomie Massacre site with John Brown ties. Parade, talent show, horse show, bed race, barbecue, and concerts fill the weekend lineup.
Kansas State University extension expert Mike Bradshaw outlines heat stroke and heat exhaustion, their causes, symptoms, and urgent first aid. The piece stresses high temperatures and humidity raise risk, identifies vulnerable groups, and offers prevention tips including hydration, light meals, and avoiding caffeine and alcohol.
Jennille Raelene Eckard turns four as her family gathers. Daughter of Dan Eckard of 421 N Sycamore, she has a sister Cassandra Nicole Eckard aged two. Grandparents Mr and Mrs Henry Hildebrandt of 134 S Maple and Mr and Mrs James Eckard of Princeton. great grandparents Henry Hildebrandt Ottawa RFD 3 Vincent L Johnson 528 N Sycamore Cecil Eckard Princeton and Mrs Helen Larrick Edgerton.
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